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Six fixes to make buyers say WOW
Getting ready to sell your home is not an easy process. It involves decluttering, constantly cleaning for showings, and an endless list of things you were going to fix "someday." Inman.com gave us a list of six things you should fix to really give your home the WOW factor buyers are looking for. Check them out!
- Structural and mechanical
They may not look wow, but buyers are impressed with a home that doesn't need any major upgrades. They're looking for things like updated roofing, air conditioning and heating systems, electrical panels and pipes, and if the upgrades are not there, they will look to you to pay for it. If you can't replace it before the move, "you can always offer to contribute to the replacement cost in the form of a credit to the buyer's closing costs and offer a home warranty that can provide some coverage should something fail or need repair."
- Exterior and landscaping
"First impressions start from the outside," and if your exterior isn't appealing, a buyer won't even want to take a look at what's inside. Take the time to paint the outside, fix broken siding, trim the hedges, and pull weeds. Your wallet will thank you.
- Cosmetic
You may think your daughter's pink walls are perfect for another young girl, but perhaps the buyer who is coming to look has three young boys. You never know what the rooms will be used for, so now is the time to spruce up the inside with a fresh coat of paint. "Choose a neutral palette that will transition well with any buyer's furniture."
- Kitchen
Seeing the word kitchen may have worried you a bit, but "here's where you need to give them the look for less." Simple upgrades like new hardware on the cabinets and a new tile backsplash behind the sink can make any kitchen appear updated. And if you're ready to spend a little more money and WOW buyers, upgrade appliances.
- Bathrooms
"Sprucing up your bathrooms to sell can be as simple as having the grout on the existing tile steam cleaned or regrouting where needed." Think clean when it comes to bathrooms, because really, that's what we're all looking for in a bathroom.
- Flooring
Flooring can be another scary word when it comes to upgrades, but there are plenty of low cost options to choose from that still last years. Plus, "new flooring can totally transform the look of your space and give it the WOW factor that buyers desire." Before you begin any updates, speak with a Ruhl&Ruhl Realtor for a free competitive market analysis on your home, comparing the other homes for sale in the area. A Ruhl&Ruhl Realtor can give you advice on any updates your home may need, and ease you through the selling process. Give Ruhl and Ruhl a call today! (866-441-1776)
