There's no doubt about it: we're in a sellers market. But that doesn't mean you should skip some simple staging tactics that could increase the sale price of your home.
Investing in upgrades to your home can get costly. But I'm discussing some inexpensive updates and staging tips that can help showcase your home and attract more buyers.
Sound good?
Buying or selling your home is one of life's biggest decisions that also has huge financial implications.
If you want to get the most money out of selling your home, small updates truly can make a world of difference.
But you don't have to be a seasoned investor or home flipper to use these tactics.
Anyone can make these small changes that will make your home will feel more open, more inviting, and (most importantly) appeal to more buyers!
Because that's what this is all about. Getting the most out of the investment you already have--your home. To do this, it's a pretty simple equation:
more buyers=more interest=more money
But what are these updates? What if you don't have a lot of money to invest?
If you're asking these questions, read on.
I'm going through the top quick and inexpensive fixes and upgrades you can do to your home to increase the sales price. The design and staging tips will help you sell your home faster and at top dollar.
Plus, they include some of the best easy and quick updates you can do too boost your home's value.
19 Easy and Inexpensive Updates That Can Sell Your Home for Top Dollar
1. Declutter
Decluttering the home is probably the best first step toward selling your home for top dollar.
I know that the "stuff" can build up if it's been awhile, but think of it as an opportunity to get a jump start on packing for the eventual move.
All personal items should be boxed away. This includes photos, diplomas, and any other personal objects.
Having a home that doesn't show who is living in there currently, allows potential buyers to more readily see themselves living there.
It's best if potential buyers can view your home as spacious.
If everywhere including the closets are overflowing with stuff (even neatly organized boxes), they'll think the house won't have room for their stuff either.
If you find you have too much stuff now in boxes, it may be wise to rent a temporary storage unit.
Once stuff is appropriately stashed away, donated or tossed, you'll also be able to see a clearer vision of what areas to tackle next.
2. Move Fido's Belongings
Hey, I love dogs! My dog, Frankie, is my furry child. So I completely understand what an important role our pets play in our lives.
But not all buyers will want to know that a dog, cat or other animal lives there.
In some cases, you may have a potential buyer who is allergic to pet dander.
During house showings, store away all pet toys and hide them away. Remove all pet food and water bowls as well.
If you put everything in a basket and store it away in a cabinet, it will be easy to pull out after the showing is done.
3. Contain the Kid's Chaos
As goes the pet items, so goes the kid's toys.
While you may have a lot of kid items that your child enjoys playing with, the best practice for showing your home is to have those items all contained neatly.
Often times, we have kid areas that sprawl into multiple rooms. Try to group it all in the child's bedroom.
Or, if that isn't possible because their play area is in the living room, delegate one corner that is least noticeable when entering the room.
This will make your space feel family friend and not like a rummaged through toy store on Christmas Eve.
4. Curb Appeal
First impressions matter.
Set the tone for the rest of your home by doing a few upgrades that will having potential buyers saying, "I can't wait to see what's inside!"