There is nothing more uninspiring than seeing leaky faucets, uneven pathways or cracked windows when viewing a home but there are easy steps to make your home sell faster. Before you put up the ‘for sale’ sign or list your home on the realtor’s website, make sure that you are up to date on your maintenance and repair plans. Ensure that the roof is not leaking, fix plumbing issues, check circuit breakers, replace broken windows, jammed doors and falling kitchen cabinets. A prospective buyer will look at possible issues in the house such as leaking roofs or faucets, broken boilers or air cons and ventilation so be sure that everything is in good working condition before letting potential buyers in.
Often, little upgrades won’t cost you much but can bring you bigger returns. These moves might even facilitate the quick sale of your property. Installing a new refrigerator, a wine cooler, dishwasher or stove make your kitchen look modern and well-equipped. You might also consider turning your bathtub into a Jacuzzi. This involves nothing more than fitting a motor on the side of the tub and maybe changing the tub. Adding a shower in the bathtub also enhances its value and use. If you have a garden, a little pond is a great centerpiece and it does not cost much to make one so it is a worthwhile investment.
A clean and neat house draws in visitors. Clean the interior well especially bathrooms, toilets, and kitchens. Power wash driveways, trim your hedges, cut overhanging branches, mow the lawn and plant flowers in front and in the backyard. These things increase the curb appeal of your home attracting buyers.
A house with a fantastic curb appeal will not likely stay in the market for long. By doing these quick hacks – cleaning, painting, repairing and renovating, your home will be sold in no time without you spending a lot of money to increase its allure.