Everyone wants top dollar when selling their home, but not every listing on the real estate market will fetch the desired price. However, by making some changes, you could improve it’s market value, padding your budget for your next investment. Here are a few tips for boosting its value without spending a lot.

Do: 

Meet with your real estate agent first. 

Before beginning on a home improvement project, consider meeting with a real estate agent. After a walk-through of your home, they can tell you which areas might be appealing or disfavorable to potential buyers, based on what they’ve heard from clients in the area.

Choose the right projects. 

While small, aesthetic changes like a new coat of paint are almost always worthwhile, keep focused on practical improvements—as these often have the highest return on investment. For instance, replacing your garage door has an average ROI of 97.5%. A new front door can also make a surprising impact on buyers—who appreciate the added security it provides. Additionally, if you already know that these areas are weak points, updating them stops these issues from being pointed out during a home inspection, facilitating an easier closing.

Don’t: 

Forget to check comparable properties. 

If you want to be competitive, visit other houses for sale in the area that are comparable to your property. It might give you some ideas for minor home improvements or staging.

Ignore your yard. 

While you may be tempted to focus on your house’s interior before listing, buyers will develop their impression of your property as soon as they pull up to the curb. Therefore, maintain the lawn, consider planting a few flowers, and power-wash the pathways and siding anytime they become dirty or mossy. 

Selling your home can be an exciting step in a new direction, and working with a team like those at Open Real Estate will make the process as stress-free as possible. These experts use their local knowledge of the Metro-Denver area of Colorado to advise their clients how to best present their property to buyers; they can also help you find a new place to call home. Learn more about sales activity in your area by visiting their website. Call at (303) 232-1111 to talk to a real estate agent today.