Looking to increase your home's resale value? Here are 6 simple and affordable do-it-yourself projects that can increase a home's resale value:
1. Cleaning and decluttering. Remove any personal items, un-clutter countertops, organize closets and shelves, and make the home crisp and sparkling clean. Will it pass the white glove test?
2. Brigthen. Clean all windows inside and out, replace old curtains, update lighting fixtures, and remove anything that blocks light from the windows. Let the sunshine in.
3. Smart Staging. Rearrange furniture, bring in new accessories and furnishings to enhance rooms, incorporate artwork, and play soft music in the background. You can also hire a professional. www.stageastar.com
4. Landscaping enhancements. Spruce up the home's curb appeal in the front and back yards with bark mulch, bushes, and flowers and ensuring current plants and grass are well-cared for and manicured.
5. Repairing electrical or plumbing. Fix leaks under the sinks, remove any mildew stains, and ensure all plumbing is in good working order. Update the home's electrical with new wiring for modern appliances, fix any lights or outlets that don't work, and replace old plug points with new fixtures.
6. Replacing or shampooing dirty carpets. Steam clean carpets, replace any worn or torn carpets, and repair any floor noise.
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