September 19 2017 0comment

So You Want To Sell Your Home – Part 2

A lot of folks are looking to “cash in” on the current sellers’ market in real estate. In Part 1 we gave some tips to enhance the “curb appeal” of your home.

Inside your home, natural light should always be maximized. Keep windows cleaned, open drapes and blinds and make sure all areas have functioning light bulbs with adequate wattage. Keep colors neutral and light. Shades of white, off-white and light pastels are safe choices for the interior. Limit bright colors to accents such as flowers, towels, rugs and shower curtains.

Silence is golden. A showing is not the time to mow the lawn, vacuum, or run the dishwasher. Barking dogs should be temporarily relocated.

The smell of your home reflects your attention to detail and you should try to make it smell new and clean. A fresh coat of paint or polyurethane on natural wood surfaces and the smell of cleanliness convey that feeling.

The entry must make a big statement in a small area. Make sure it is well lit with a modern light fixture and that the floor is clean. Use a “Welcome” doormat.

The kitchen may be the most important room in the house and cleanliness should be foremost. After cleaning, grind a lemon quarter in the garbage disposal for a fresh smell. Consider a new light fixture or new hardware for the cabinets. Remove small kitchen appliances from the counter tops and organize the cupboards to give the impression of more space.

Make simple improvements in the bathrooms with an air freshener or a vase of fresh flowers. Consider a new towel rack, toilet seat or light fixture.

Adding natural light is a great way to add value to your home. In today’s video from the Today’s Home Remodeler TV series, remodeling consultant Andy Lindus from Lindus Construction shows host Stuart Keith how to add natural light to your home with a Velux Sun Tunnel.

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