Are you planning to sell your home soon?
Once you finally put it on the market, you donât want it to sit there for months on end. Thatâs guaranteed to recipe for stress.
There are things you can do right now to make your home more desirable. If you want your home to present as desirable as possible, youâll want to consider adding at least of few of the following ten features:
1. Patio or Deck
When you bought your home, did you envision yourself entertaining outdoors with friends? Having an outdoor area is like adding another room â without the cost of an actual addition. If you need to sell your home fast, this is one of the best investments you can make.
2. Hardwood Floors
If you currently have carpeting, consider how it will look when an interested buyer walks through your house. Hardwood floors are more durable and easier to maintain than carpet. Plus, they offer a much cleaner look.Â
3. Exterior Lighting
Using exterior lighting to illuminate a home and lawn that are well cared for can grab a potential buyerâs attention before they set foot in the house. Plus, it counts as an added safety feature.
4. Laundry Room
Not everyone is great about getting their laundry put away immediately. Having a laundry room allows for the luxury of stacking clean laundry until youâre ready to contend with it. Thatâs why a separate laundry room is one of the most-wanted home features.
5. Energy Efficient Appliances and Windows
Installing energy-efficient appliances and windows in your home is going to increase both its efficiency and value. And theyâll draw buyers looking to limit their utility billsâwhich is nearly everyone.
6. Walk-In Closet
If you ever watch real estate shows, youâve probably noticed how often âwalk-in closet off the master bedroomâ makes the must-have list. Of course, building out a new closet may be cost-prohibitive. But you can update an existing reach-in closet by installing an organization system with shelves and rods.
7. Ceiling Fans
They might not seem like much, but ceiling fans are an effective way to keep energy costs down. They assist your HVAC system by circulating warm air in the winter and cool air in the summer.
8. Pantry
It doesnât take much for a kitchen pantry to get overcrowded with cans, boxes, and other non-perishable items. But having these items on hand means fewer trips to the grocery store and time saved.
9. Eating Areas
Whether itâs an eat-in kitchen or a dining room, more and more people are returning to the idea of eating together. Having a designated eating space is especially attractive to homebuyers who have younger children.
10. Garage Storage Space
If your house has an attic or a backyard shed for storage, youâll want to consider adding a garage storage space. It is far more accessible than an attic or shed. Plus, it will lessen clutter in the home.Â
Sell Your Home Quickly and Get the Most Out of It
If you know youâre going to sell your home soon, then consider the above features to get it off the market faster. Many of these are inexpensive improvements you can make on your own.
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