Right now is the perfect time to list your home. Mortgage changes are coming January 1, 2018 that could reduce buying power by uo to 20%. Also, with interest rates rising, and market prices still high, listing your home now makes sense. However, before you put a For Sale sign on your lawn, here are 4 home updates that can help get you top dollar for your home.
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UPDATE FLOORING
Flooring is one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to put value back into your home. Updating your floors can instantly update the entire look and feel. A simple swap is to replace outdated carpets with hardwood or laminate, and for bathrooms and kitchens look to classic, simple tile designs.
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SWITCH OUT HARDWARE AND FIXTURES
Kitchens and bathrooms can instantly make a home appear outdated. One simple update that is to switch out fixtures and hardware. Replace dated brass hardware on cupboards and drawers with a more modern, clean look. Also, consider updating your faucets and light fixtures too-these are budget friendly and can be installed in a few hours.
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FRESH PAINT
One of the easiest ways to give your home a facelift is to refresh your paint colours! Choose light and neutral, inviting tones that will work for all buyer types. In addition, select a single colour to use in each room. Keeping it simple, clean, and neutral will add value back into your home and instantly make it easier for buyers to see themselves living there.
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DECLUTTER AND DEPERSONALIZE
Your home is just tha…your home. It has pieces of you and your family throughout. However, when you are selling it is important to remove some of those more personal items. That wallpaper you love, the quote over your entry way, or that funky piece of artwork might not appeal to all buyer types. Remove or place these things in storage. At the same time, look at your home objectively and pinpoint any areas that are “clutter zones”. Sort and organize these areas and put any items you don’t use day-to-day in storage as well.
By taking the time to update your home and showcase its best features you will instantly see a return on your investment. Buyers are more willing to buy a home that they can picture themselves living in. Keep in mind that at Young Real Estate Group we have a network of trusted individuals who can help you with these projects! We know moving and listing a home can be a stressful time…and having someone do it for you just makes life easier! Give us a call today and we will be thrilled to meet you and discuss the next steps in getting your home ready to sell for top dollar!
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