Some people have the misconception that beautifying your home means you need a background in interior design and have extensive experience in home improvement. Watching HGTV will make you think you need to hire a couple of contractors to do it for you. Also false.
Simply reading up on a few tips to improve your home before putting it on the market should do the trick.
Enhance the Exterior
First impressions matter, and the first thing a potential buyer sees when looking at your home is the outside. When it comes to selling your home, do not believe the hype. People will judge a book by its cover.
Examine and study all aspects of your house. Picture yourself as the buyer. What would you want your dream home to look like? Besides your typical maintenance, consider some add-ons. For example, stone veneers will not only increase your home’s resale value but will also beautify your home.
Trim, Clip, and Mow
As stated before, first impressions are everything. Landscaping your yard is vital. Having patchy or overgrown grass is a major turn-off. Try re-sodding and planting grass seeds to freshen up your lawn to perfection.
Plant a few shrubs to give your yard that full and flourishing look without seeming overcrowded. And, of course, a few flowers couldn’t hurt. Color is a powerful communication tool that you can use to signal action or influence moods. A few daisies, roses, or tulips could go a long way.
When in Doubt, Paint It Out
Painting is the cheapest home improvement and maybe the most fun. You can stick with neutral colors so the buyer can try and envision themselves in your home, or if you dare, you can try doing accent walls.
Paint one wall in a few rooms a bold color to show all the potential your home has to offer. Whichever you decide, a new paint job should be on your list. It will make your home look crisper and cleaner. Painting is the perfect home improvement you need to implement before putting your home on the market.
These few steps should start you off in the right direction. Of course, you are more than welcome to add a few more enhancements to your home, but this is enough to get a strong foundation started. Go forward and prosper!
