4 Best Ways to Boost Your Home Value Before You Sell
(That May Surprise You!)
While most know that updated kitchens and bathrooms are the best ways to improve your home value before you sell, there are other value-boosting strategies that you may not have thought about.
1. New Front Door
Have you heard the saying that “first impressions are everything?" Well, the same applies to your home, too! Impress buyers by freshening your front door with new paint. Or consider replacing with newer-style doors, such as an 8-foot height door (or taller), or add double doors if space allows.
2. Garage Door Upgrade
According to Remodeling.com, new garage doors account for a 93% return on investment. Carriage house doors remain the most popular. However, wood-grain-like garage doors are adding more warmth, texture, and contrast to homes, creating higher curb appeal. At minimum, painting your garage doors a darker color will create more interest and pizazz than the standard white. I recommend a charcoal or earthy color depending on the look and style of your home.
3. Texas Basement-Turned Game Room
These days, having a separate living space is key to buyers, especially those with children or grandchildren! Have you ever thought about converting your Texas attic space into a game room? This could be why someone chooses yours over others while adding a significant return on your investment
dollars.
4. Modern Stair Banisters
Depending on the style of your home, you may want to consider updating your stair banisters. The knobby stair banisters from the 80’s and 90’s often creates a dated, less desired look to the home. These days, buyers want more contemporary designs and finishes. While you may love the traditional look, it may be a turn-off to current buyers. At minimum, consider painting them a dark ebony color or stain them with the timeless white oak tone. In today’s competitive market, make sure your home stands out from the rest. A few updates can go a long way toward ensuring desirability for your home over others and maximizing your investment.