Low-cost home improvements to make your home sell this Spring

 

Boost the kerb appeal

The exterior is the first thing potential buyers will notice when they pull up to your house. In fact, 68% of homebuyers believe that kerb appeal is important when purchasing a house. Here are a few things you can do to create a positive first impression:

• Keep your lawn tidy and trim the hedges around the house.

• Consider planting flowers near the front door or putting a planter with seasonal greens.

• Give the front door a fresh coat of paint.

• Replace old doorknobs and locks.

• Power wash the outside of your house and any outdoor furniture you have.

• Consider hiding wheelie bins behind a screen storage.

Good-looking windows and a well-maintained roof are important, but small details like these can make a dramatic difference in how attractive your property looks to buyers. First impressions matter - most buyers make their decision within a few minutes of arriving at a property.

Declutter and reorganise

The most cost-effective way to upgrade your home is to declutter and reorganise your space. Take stock of everything in each room and get rid of anything that is no longer necessary or used frequently.

Once everything that needs to go has been removed, take time to organise the items that remain. This will not only give you more space but also create a much more visually appealing atmosphere.

Remember, upgrading your home doesn't have to mean expensive renovations or hiring tradespeople. There are plenty of ways to brighten up your space without breaking the bank!

Upgrade the kitchen

If you plan to sell your home soon, it's worth investing in some slight upgrades to give your kitchen an updated look. Painting cabinets or replacing hardware such as drawer pulls or knobs are inexpensive projects that will instantly transform the look of your kitchen without breaking the bank.

Another, though less budget-friendly, option is swapping out old appliances for new energy-efficient models, which look sleek and help lower utility bills over time.

Refresh the bathroom

A bathroom refresh is another excellent way to increase the value of your home without spending too much money. This could mean anything from replacing fixtures like faucets or light switches, adding new tiles or mirrors, repainting walls with neutral colours, or adding new storage options like shelves or floating cabinets. You can also consider replacing outdated fixtures such as faucets, showerheads, and towel racks with modern designs.

Simple changes like these can make a world of difference in terms of how much someone is willing to pay for your home.

Lighten up!

Nothing adds charm quite like natural sunlight—so why not take full advantage? If possible, try installing larger windows throughout the house or adding skylights in darker areas. You could also consider updating lights fixtures for brighter bulbs that really show off all the features within each room. Doing this will create an inviting atmosphere for any potential buyers walking through your space.

Then, if you have enough room in the budget, consider installing a new vanity cabinet or even just giving existing surfaces like countertops and walls a fresh coat of paint for an instant facelift.

Making minor changes to upgrade individual rooms in your house is one of the most effective ways to increase its value before putting it on the market this spring. Start with the kerb appeal – think plants and power washing – then move on bathrooms, and lastly, light up those areas with brighter bulbs throughout the rooms where possible.

Investing in low-cost improvements like those mentioned above will help make sure that potential buyers see what sets your property apart from others on the market while increasing its sale price overall.

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