{"id":313811,"date":"2024-02-26T08:00:50","date_gmt":"2024-02-26T13:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stage.bhgrelife.com\/bhgrelife\/?p=313811"},"modified":"2024-02-15T11:33:39","modified_gmt":"2024-02-15T16:33:39","slug":"refresh-your-home-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.bhgrelife.com\/bhgrelife\/refresh-your-home-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Refresh Your Home in 2024 for a Quick Sell"},"content":{"rendered":"

Are you planning to sell your home in 2024 but unsure what repairs or updates to make before you list? While it\u2019s wise to tend to fixes and upgrades prior to putting your home on the market, you need to think carefully about what to makeover if you want to attract buyers and get the most money from your sale.<\/p>\n

Experts agree that checking comparative properties and considering your return on investment is an excellent initial step in deciding how to refresh your home for a quick sell. Since every home seller has different circumstances, we\u2019ve compiled a list of general guidelines to help you figure out what you might want to renovate.<\/p>\n

Here are some of the fastest and most affordable ways to update your home for a quick sell in the new year.<\/p>\n

<\/a>Freshen Up Paint<\/h3>\n

Real estate agents frequently advise clients to paint their homes before they sell. Scratches, scuffs, chips, and peeling areas accumulate over the years, and while the homeowner may not notice them, buyers typically do. Additionally, many homes’ paint colors are faded, outdated, and unattractive to modern buyers. You don\u2019t have to have a huge renovation budget to invest in a new coat of interior or exterior paint. If money is tight, find a good and affordable one-coat paint and then choose a neutral color<\/a><\/u> to create a blank canvas for buyers. Freshly painted properties often sell quicker and command top dollar.<\/p>\n

<\/a>Declutter<\/h3>\n

Cluttered homes tend to look disorganized and unkept, and they can prevent a buyer from seeing a property\u2019s full potential. Decluttering, therefore, is one of the most effective refreshes you can make before you sell and it\u2019s one of the cheapest. To declutter your home and turn it into a space that buyers can envision as their own, go from room to room, eliminating anything unnecessary. Store, give, or throw away knickknacks, furniture, and other personal belongings that you don\u2019t use or that don\u2019t add to the picture you want to paint for a future buyer. Think about model homes you\u2019ve been in or staged rooms you\u2019ve seen in magazines. This is the image you need to present to buyers if you want to sell your home fast. Don\u2019t forget to declutter drawers, cupboards, and closets and organize what’s left.<\/p>\n

<\/a>Maximize Curb Appeal<\/h3>\n

Maximize your home\u2019s curb appeal if you want to sell quickly. You can get a realistic look at how your property\u2019s exterior appears to potential buyers by walking the route leading from the street to your front door. Stand from a distance and inspect your house numbers, mailbox, garage door, gutters, walkway or entry steps, porch or deck, and front door. Pay close attention to landscaping, exterior lighting, railings, and fixtures like door knobs and doorbells. Does anything need to be fixed or refreshed? How can you make your home stand out from the crowd, either in cleanliness or design?<\/p>\n

<\/a>Update Window Treatments<\/h3>\n

New window treatments make a massive difference in how a home presents to potential buyers. Old, antiquated, and torn or broken blinds, curtains, and shades can make an otherwise acceptable property look outdated and even like a fixer-upper. For a small investment, you can update your window treatments to modern versions that help brighten a room and delight buyers. When choosing new window coverings, consider options that allow privacy while letting natural light in. Also, take note of the new smart designs with high-tech and hands-off controls for ease and efficiency.<\/p>\n

<\/a>Remodel Your Kitchen<\/h3>\n

Remodeling a kitchen returns 98.5% of a homeowner\u2019s investment and promotes a quick sell. Even if you don\u2019t want to or can\u2019t do an extensive kitchen makeover, consider a minor refresh with a new backsplash, coat of cabinet paint, hardware set, major appliance, or statement light fixture. New kitchen tile can make the difference between a dated space and a modern room that\u2019s ready for a new buyer.<\/p>\n

<\/a>Focus on Fixtures<\/h3>\n

Great lighting makes a massive impact and produces a \u2018wow\u2019 factor that can convince buyers your home is what they\u2019re looking for. Today\u2019s lighting trends include textured and subtle pendant lights, hidden lights, and mixed-metal fixtures. When refreshing the lighting in your home, remember to ensure all bulbs match. Additionally, for a fast sell, focus on refreshing door knobs, electrical outlets, cabinet hardware, and faucets. Replace any that are dented, scratched, not working, or past their prime in appearance in any way.<\/p>\n

Ready to start prepping your home for a quick sale in 2024? Let Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate\u00ae help.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"