Selling a home comes with many steps and stressors. In fact, many Americans agree that moving can be one of the most stressful things to do.
One thing you shouldn’t have to worry about is making sure your home gets sold for its full value. But how can you increase home value?
There are so many options to choose from it can be confusing to know where to start, or what will be the most beneficial to you.
At Lisa Buys Austin Houses we are a wife and husband team that is dedicated to helping you sell your house.
We understand that everyone’s situation is different. Our goal is to help you figure out your options and decide on the best solution for your situation.
We have helped dozens of people sell their homes in Texas quickly. If you work with Lisa Buys Austin Houses, you’re only working with us. You won’t have to deal with the bank or confusing middlemen. It’s just us!
Read on to learn about the 7 renovations that will increase your home value.
1. Create More Space by Opening the Floorplan
Buyers love an open floor plan and to feel that a house has enough space for any plans they have for it.
Creating more space can be as simple as room renovation by knocking down the right wall. It can also be adding an entire room or space that you think would benefit the house and its floorplan.
Especially in the kitchen, dining room, and living room areas, an open floorplan is seen as beneficial and preferred.
This way, buyers feel they have endless options when it comes time to furnish and decorate their space. It can feel constricting to a buyer when they don’t have room to create the structure of their space.
2. Spruce up the Exterior
If you’re looking to save some money but are worried about the exterior of your house there are ways to upgrade it without spending too much.
You can pressure wash your home to get rid of any dirt pr crud buildup. You can also choose to paint just one area, like the front door or garage door, to give the entire exterior a colorful boost.
Especially if your house is a neutral color, a red door or a powder blue garage door and window shutters can be an uplifting change.
3. Make Minor Repairs in the Kitchen and Bathroom
Instead of spending thousands of dollars on big repairs, focusing on smaller repairs and upgrades can spruce up an entire room without breaking the bank.
You can replace cabinet doors and drawer knobs to give your kitchen a more modern, polished look. Likewise, you can update the drawer knobs and sink fixtures in your bathroom.
4. Update Your Floors
One of the things every buyer seems to have a strong opinion on is what kind of floors they want in their home.
Hardwood floors are usually preferred by most people. There are many benefits of having hardwood floors, like the fact that they are easier to clean and often look more polished.
Generally, carpets are harder to clean. It’s easier to stain carpet and oftentimes carpet just looks messier than hardwood floors do.
Updating your floors can make a big difference when it comes to impressing buyers. If you have carpet, it may be worth it to replace it with hardwood floors. If you already have hardwood floors, it will be worth it to refinish them or update them.
5. Be Energy Efficient
Many new buyers consider energy-efficient appliances important to them. Reducing energy use without sacrificing powerful equipment is a concern for some buyers.
Addressing this can range from simple, small changes to buying new appliances.
One simple upgrade can be going through your home and replacing all your current light bulbs with energy-saving ones. You can install solar panels. You can also install a low-flow and more efficient showerhead in your bathroom.
This can also look like replacing your windows. If you have single-pane windows you can opt to replace them with something like triple-pane insulating glass.
You can also upgrade your washer, dryer, refrigerator, and dishwasher to more energy-efficient, modern models like Energy Star.
6. Yard Work
The way your front and back yard look can also be a big factor in deciding how much your property is worth when selling.
Many people want to see a yard and be able to picture what they can do with it, how much they can use it, and what they can make out of it.
Adding a deck or patio to your backyard can increase value and also transform your yard into a useful space for activities. Plant flowers if you don’t already have some, maintain any bushes or trees that are already in the yard.
You can also focus on adding classy decorations to your yards, like decorative stones, a fountain, or even a stone pathway.
7. Upgrade That Unused Space
Most homes have a room or space that doesn’t get used regularly or becomes a sort of “junk space.”
Upgrading that area to showcase how it can be used will make it more appealing to buyers. Just because you don’t use it as an office area doesn’t mean that it can’t be used as one.
If your basement is the least-used area in your home you can update it to look like a more useful space. You can make adjustments and add a table or desk to transform it into a workspace or office.
If you have an extra room it can be as simple as putting an easy chair, side desk, and lamp, and bookshelf inside to make it feel like a study or library. Or organize your exercise equipment inside and turn it into a home gym.
Increase Home Value and Start Selling Today
Now you know some of the best ways that you can improve your home and increase home value.
Let Lisa Buys Austin Houses help you navigate your journey in selling your home. Visit our frequently asked questions page to learn more and begin the process of selling your home today.