Thinking of selling your home, but don’t have the time nor energy for costly renovations? Improving the value of your home may sound like a daunting task to most sellers. It can take a lot of time and money to renovate or just update your home, but what if we told you we could help you do it in a less costly way?
DIY is seriously the greatest phrase ever to reach the internet. The ability to share DIY videos can help you spruce up your home without calling in the professionals at a high cost.
Read on to learn about different ways to make your home look better, as well as the inexpensive home improvements you should do to get more money for your home when selling.
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1. Add Lights to your outdoor space
Outdoor lighting can do wonders for your boring backyard while entertaining guests in the eve of the night. Adding string lights or other lighting not only makes guests feel welcomed, but it makes the space look more spacious by brightening the area. Plus, string lights can make for AMAZING twilight exterior photos when you are listing your home.
2. Install a backsplash in your kitchen
This is a simple task that can take less than a day to get done. Backsplashes modernize a kitchen with a simple look of elegance on the wall. They can be bought in various colors at very low prices; installing it yourself will save you a pocket full of cash. This can give any kitchen a face lift and add more value to your home!
#MeyerLucasTip: Did you know that certain kinds of backsplash come with a peel-and-stick option? Make sure to check them out if you are looking for a DIY, less expensive option.
3. Maintain Your Yard Cleanliness
The first appearance of a house is important to all buyers. When it comes to a home, the phrase “Don’t judge a book by its cover,” goes out the windows, because we all judge homes by their curb appeal! You can lift your curb appeal by simply keeping up with your home’s routine maintenance. Before selling your house, make sure the front yard is looking its absolute best by adding a few beautiful plants at a low cost. Planting a few flowers and adding some needed landscaping around the front yard can make any home look inviting to anyone!
4. Dress Up Old Kitchen Cabinets
Dressing up your kitchen cabinetry is a super easy task that can add value to your kitchen and therefore, your home. By simply adding molding your cabinetry, any home can feel more upscale. And if you want to go the extra mile — buffing and painting those old looking cabinets could be the reason your home sells quickly. Cabinet painting covers old scratches and marks from years of wear which can give off the appearance that they are brand new! This is an inexpensive way to revamp your kitchen with a whole new look.
5. Install Crown Molding
This is shockingly a very inexpensive home improvement task that can be done to amplify ANY room in your home! You can simply buy your own crown molding, which cost about the same as a piece of wood, and attach it with a nail gun to the edge of your walls. It's surprising how much this can transform a space at such a simple cost!
6. Replace old window treatments
Let’s face it: those old yellow blinds need to go! Old blinds can make any house look older than it even is, and you do NOT want that if you are looking to sell. You want your house to look as new as possible so make sure to get rid of old-looking blinds and install some new blinds or curtains. If you’re looking for the next level option: try installing beautiful plantation shutters. Your house will look like it belongs in the Hampton's after this treatment!
7. Revamp your Laundry Room
We know you aren’t a fan of the always growing, never ending cycle of laundry. Who is? But, what if we told you that we could make your laundry room feel like an isolated sanctuary for whoever in your home has the pleasure of laundry duty? Some simple ways you can beautify your laundry room is by adding some cute wooden signs or hanging mini baskets for organization.
There you have it, #JupLife’ers! We hope this blog post gave you a few ideas for sprucing up your home and adding value, whether you are looking to sell in the near future, or even if you plan to stay for years to come. If you are looking to sell your home — the award-winning agents at the Meyer Lucas Team can offer you a lot more tips and tricks for adding value and we can help you throughout the whole process!
Contact the Meyer Lucas Team at Compass at hello@meyerlucas.com or at 561-406-5228
ABOUT THE MEYER LUCAS TEAM AT COMPASS
The Meyer Lucas Team at Compass is an award-winning, top-producing real estate team based in the Jupiter area of South Florida and led by Holly Meyer Lucas. Consistently ranked among the leading real estate teams in the state and nation, Holly and her team take pride in providing premium luxury real estate services to our local communities across the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast. While Holly is known locally and recognized nationally for her work finding homes for Jupiter's professional athletes and their families, the Meyer Lucas Team treats every buyer and seller like a VIP. Whether you are buying a home, selling a home, or investing in real estate, contact our team today to get the ball rolling on your next move. Learn more about the Meyer Lucas Team at www.meyerlucas.com.
