Home buyers lean towards well-cared for homes, period.
If you're selling your home this year (and you should because inventory is low throughout Philadelphia!), here are 4 quick and affordable tasks you should do to make your home standout among your competition.
Clean- It's Spring anyways so get a good deep clean or spend $150-$300 and hire a cleaner to come and really get your home to sparkle.
Start by purging and putting away unnecessary items. Buyers notice if a home is packed with clutter. The next step is a thorough cleaning. Plan to take a day to scrub countertops and appliances, vacuum and wash floors, dust, clean windows, and scrub bathrooms. Invest in deeper cleaning such as shampooing your rugs, washing curtains, or scrubbing hidden areas like closets if needed. Although you may not think that a messy house will matter to buyers, creating an environment that’s clean and clutter-free will send an important message: that you take pride in your home and it has been well cared-for while you’ve lived there.
Paint Base Boards and Doors
A quick and effective way to refresh is by painting baseboards and doors. Choosing a crisp white paint color will help brighten up and modernize your home. While the process of painting may sound tedious, the results are worth it.
Replace Cabinet Knobs
While shopping for new hardware, look for a timeless, classic style. Avoid trendy or busy knobs that could turn off certain buyers. This job can be done in a matter of hours and will leave your kitchen looking fresh and new. Remember: kitchens and bathrooms are huge selling points for potential buyers.
Trim bushes and trees
Don't underestimate the importance of a well maintained lawn. Curb appeal is so important. Potential buyers will drive by your home and will judge the inside by your outside maintenance.
Trim bushes away from the home and make sure they don't block windows. Get rid of any dead leaves and branches.
Plant a few Spring flowers or place in a container garden on your porch or front steps.
Weather is warming up so don't hesitate- get your home ready today!
If you're selling your home this year (and you should because inventory is low throughout Philadelphia!), here are 4 quick and affordable tasks you should do to make your home standout among your competition.
Clean- It's Spring anyways so get a good deep clean or spend $150-$300 and hire a cleaner to come and really get your home to sparkle.
Start by purging and putting away unnecessary items. Buyers notice if a home is packed with clutter. The next step is a thorough cleaning. Plan to take a day to scrub countertops and appliances, vacuum and wash floors, dust, clean windows, and scrub bathrooms. Invest in deeper cleaning such as shampooing your rugs, washing curtains, or scrubbing hidden areas like closets if needed. Although you may not think that a messy house will matter to buyers, creating an environment that’s clean and clutter-free will send an important message: that you take pride in your home and it has been well cared-for while you’ve lived there.
Paint Base Boards and Doors
A quick and effective way to refresh is by painting baseboards and doors. Choosing a crisp white paint color will help brighten up and modernize your home. While the process of painting may sound tedious, the results are worth it.
Replace Cabinet Knobs
While shopping for new hardware, look for a timeless, classic style. Avoid trendy or busy knobs that could turn off certain buyers. This job can be done in a matter of hours and will leave your kitchen looking fresh and new. Remember: kitchens and bathrooms are huge selling points for potential buyers.
Trim bushes and trees
Don't underestimate the importance of a well maintained lawn. Curb appeal is so important. Potential buyers will drive by your home and will judge the inside by your outside maintenance.
Trim bushes away from the home and make sure they don't block windows. Get rid of any dead leaves and branches.
Plant a few Spring flowers or place in a container garden on your porch or front steps.
Weather is warming up so don't hesitate- get your home ready today!
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