Helena Talbot - Principal Broker
I specialize in helping buyers and sellers invest in real estate in
Loudoun County and Northern Virginia.
Every homeowner believes their home is a special gem, worthy of whatever price they deem the home deserves. Of course, this doesn't mean the home is actually saleable at that price.
Many homeowners run into this problem when it comes time to sell their home but learning from past clients on how to make small modifications to get the best sale price can help.
Tip #1 - Only put money into things that actually increase the value of your home; kitchen appliances, bathrooms, floors, additional living space like rooms in the basement will quickly raise your homes value price.
Tip #2 – Many clients have replaced the carpeting; going from a dark or muted carpet color to a neutral color actually makes the rooms look bigger and inviting. This simple change can increase your homes value in the thousands. Combine that with a neutral color paint job and your home will look fresh and modern and appealing to a homebuyer.
Tip #3 – Some clients reported unfavorable observations by potential homebuyers about their choice of window treatments; consider removing those dated curtains and install modern honeycomb blinds; These can be purchased from Home Depot for all your windows and the total cost mis generally under $100. The look simplifies the aesthetics of the home and allows potential homebuyers to envision their own distinctive looks.
Tip #4 – Molding, trim, chair railings and panels can transform a home into WOW! Decorative touches add visual appeal and flair to any room. These are typical upgrades and you can choose from a look of yesteryear up to a more modern touch. For example, take an older cottage home that needs some visual touches to look more stated with crown molding and cornicing add to the effect.
Tip #5 – Install Ceiling fans; if you live in an area where warm weather is common, replacing built in ceiling lights with ceiling fans will improve the form and function of your home and give a new atmosphere to drive up the price.
Preparing your home for the current market doesn't have to mean spending tons of money. Many times our homes are dated and we need to modernize a few things to appeal to todays buyer. Just a few changes have meant a quick sale to past clients.
Take a step back and really look at simple changes you can make.
Loudoun County and Northern Virginia Real Estate Sales and Solutions - Helena Talbot, Broker. I specialize in helping buyers and sellers invest in real estate in the Northern Virginia area to include Loudoun County and surrounding areas including Clarke, Fauquier, Prince William and Fairfax Counties. Some of our local neighborhoods include Leesburg, Ashburn, Sterling, Potomac Falls, Brambleton, Broadlands, Lansdowne, River Creek, Belmont Country Club, Beacon Hill, Shenstone, Waterford, Lovettsville, Lucketts, Purcellville, Hamilton, Round Hill and Bluemont. Cell 703.727.9885 Office 703.574.3800
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