If you’re preparing to sell your home or want to make valuable improvements, it’s wise to focus on projects that enhance appearance and increase your home’s resale value.
A few targeted upgrades can help boost your home’s charm and market value, so now is an ideal time to consider improvements that appeal to buyers, given the recent drop in interest rates.
Here are some projects that can positively impact your home’s value.
Update Your Lighting
Improved lighting can significantly improve a home’s ambiance. Simple changes like updating outdated fixtures or adding dimmer switches can elevate any room and smart lighting offers control and energy savings.
Replace Your Faucets
Refreshing your faucets is an easy way to update a kitchen or bathroom. Touchless faucets are especially attractive as buyers look for smart, germ-resistant features.
Enhance Your Landscaping
Outdoor spaces have become even more desirable, and a well-maintained yard can attract buyers. Listings mentioning landscaping sell for 2.7% more than expected.
Add a Fire Pit
A fire pit creates a warm outdoor gathering spot and adds appeal. Homes with fire pits sell for 2.8% more than comparable properties, surpassing even outdoor fireplaces in added value. This is a project you could do yourself and enjoy with the family.
Paint Your Front Door
Repainting the front door can dramatically enhance curb appeal. A black front door, in particular, has been shown to add up to $6,000 to a home’s sale price.
Incorporate Pet-Friendly Features
With pet adoption on the rise, features like a fenced yard appeal to buyers.
Consider adding a pet-friendly space, like a dog wash area in the garage or laundry room. Homes with pet-focused amenities sell for 5.1% more than similar properties, making this an upgrade that benefits both current and future residents.
