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Thinking about selling your home in the near future? It can pay to make a few simple improvements to ensure that the property is ready to impress buyers when it hits the market.
So as not to spend more than necessary, focus on cosmetic improvements that will make a big impact and help your property stand out for all the right reasons.
1. Add a fresh coat of paint – Most properties can benefit from a fresh coat of paint both inside and out. Painting can improve your property’s overall aesthetic, improve kerb appeal and help protect surfaces from general wear. It’s best to choose light and neutral colours inside a property, while outside colours should complement other properties on the street.
2. Resurface kitchens and bathrooms – Bring in resurfacing experts to freshen up tired old kitchens and bathrooms. Adding a new coating to areas such as bench tops and cabinets is a cost-effective way to provide a modern new look and it’s much easier than having to replace items that are still in good condition.
3. Pressure wash the exterior – Wash away all the dirt and muck that has built up on exterior walls, driveways and paths over the years. Pressure washers can be rented or bought. You can also hire a professional to pressure wash your house for you to make sure the job is done correctly.
4. Replace old handles – Whether for doors, cupboards or draws, new handles can provide an easy way to give a property a new look. Try to keep handle choices as consistent throughout the house as possible and match them into the character or heritage of the home.
5. Find new flooring – Buyers tend to focus a lot of attention on floors. High quality hardwood floors will always be highly coveted, but you can get a similar look with laminate tiles. New carpet can also look attractive in bedrooms and living areas.
6. Change light fixtures – Old light fixtures can let down an otherwise attractive room. There’s no need to purchase the most expensive lights you can find, sometimes plain and simple is best, just keep in mind how much lighting is needed in each room.
7. Replace old electrical outlets – Hire an electrician to switch out old and faded light switches and power points and replace with new ones that can be easily found from most hardware stores.
8. Update old kitchen appliances – Give your kitchen a simple makeover by finding new appliances such as ovens and range hoods. High quality kitchen items can turn your kitchen into a major drawcard for buyers.
9. Find new window treatments – Window treatments should complement your interior and provide privacy while also letting in the desired amount of light and outside views. Windows treatments such as shutters and blinds are a good option as they let in light while still providing privacy.
10. Invest time in landscaping – First impressions count and buyers love an attractive yard. Aim for neat, green lawns and keep garden beds and hedges well manicured. Also make sure your front fence and carport areas are up to scratch and that any exterior damage is repaired.
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