Little Improvements = Big Returns
Little Improvements = Big Returns
It’s always a good idea to spruce up the exterior and interior of your home before listing it for sale. But that doesn’t mean you have to undertake major and/or expensive project.
Just a little effort will greatly increase the perceived value of your home. After all, if you wanted to undertake a large-scale project, you probably wouldn’t be selling!
Here are some simple steps you can take to increase the perceived value of your home and make a great first impression.
Exterior Appearance
* Keep lawns cut
* Trim hedges and shrubs
* Weed and edge gardens
* Clear driveway and clean up oil spills
* Clean out garage
* Power wash
* Touch up paint
* Plant colorful, inexpensive flowers in pots if necessary
At the Front Door
* Clean porch and foyer
* Ensure door bell works
* Repair any broken screens
* Fresh paint or varnish front door
* Repair door locks and key access
Create a Buying Mood
* Make sure your home smells fresh and clean
* Turn on lights
* Turn on air conditioner/heater
* Open the drapes
* Light the fireplace
Create Space
* Clear halls and stairs of clutter
* Store surplus furniture
* Clear kitchen counter and stove top
* Clear closets of unnecessary clothing and stuff
* Remove empty boxes and containers
* Put away personal photos so buyers can envision the house as theirs
Maintenance
* Repair leaking taps and toilets
* Clean furnace and filters
* Tighten door knobs and latches
* Repair cracked plaster
* Apply fresh coat of paint or touch up where necessary
* Clean and repair windows
* Repair seals around tubs and basins
* Replace defective light bulbs
* Oil squeaking doors
* Repair squeaking floor boards
Squeaky Clean
* Clean and freshen bathrooms
* Clean fridge and stove (in and out)
* Clean around heating vents
* Clean washer and dryer
* Clean carpets, drapes and window blinds
* Eliminate pet odors and stains
Your Ajax Whitby Real Estate Sales Representative
Molena Gould
