When selling your home, you want to make sure it shows well to potential buyers. This often means making a few key updates. However, those updates do not need to break the bank, as illustrated by these 25 quick, cheap and easy home sale tips. Below are the five best ways to increase the value of your Observatory Park home without investing a large amount of money.
 
New Coat of Paint
 
Generally one of the easiest and least expensive updates, a fresh coat of paint can do wonders for a room. However, do not feel like you have to paint the whole house. Go through each room in your home and determine if the walls simply need a good scrub or if new paint is required. When choosing paint colors, stick with neutrals like greys and beiges. These colors tend to be appealing to the majority of people and will likely go with most of your decor. It is also smart to consider painting any brightly colored rooms as those tend to be off-putting or unappealing to potential buyers.
 
Improve Your Flooring
 
It is not generally suggested that you replace flooring in your home right before you sell since it is likely the new homeowners will want to choose their own flooring anyway. However, a deep cleaning can go a long way to sprucing up the appearance of your existing carpets. You could even opt for a few inexpensive area rugs to make the space feel fresh.
 
Kitchen Improvements
 
They say kitchens sell houses. It may seem overly expensive to update your kitchen before putting your home on the market, but a few key updates can make all the difference. Start by updating the faucet set, cabinet hardware, and light fixtures. A fresh coat of paint is a great way to update and refresh existing cabinets. You could even go so far as to replace the cabinet doors and door fronts or remove them to make it feel more open. If your appliances are outdated or mismatched, replacing them with new matching models might be a smart option. You want to make sure your kitchen is as inviting and appealing as possible since this room can be the deciding factor for many homebuyers.
 
Bathroom Updates
 
Second only to the kitchen, the bathroom is another important room to update. Luckily, you do not need to spend much to make a big impact in this small space. A new toilet seat and pedestal sink can make a bathroom feel new again. If your flooring needs replacing, consider using vinyl tiles that are easy to install. If your tub and shower have seen better days, it might be time to either re-grout or simply opt for a prefabricated tub and shower surround. These options are considerably less expensive than refinishing a tub or replacing tile. New fixtures make a big difference in the bathroom, as well. And make sure the lighting in the bathroom is nice and bright for the best experience.
 
Enhance Curb Appeal
 
When selling your home, it needs to make a great first impression. Most yard maintenance will not cost you anything. Be sure to keep the lawn mowed, the shrubs and trees trimmed, the flower beds weeded, and all walkways cleared. If you want to make additional improvements, add a new mailbox, porch light, new door hardware, and some potted flowers to create a truly inviting appearance.
 
With simple updates like these your Observatory Park house will be ready to sell in no time. If you’d like a home evaluation, fill out this form to get a better idea of the value of your home.