Thursday, January 28, 2010

12 Tips for Increasing Your Home's Value

Tip 5: Plants
Shade trees can make your home more desirable and help reduce cooling costs by up to 40%. Drought-tolerant plants will spruce up your landscaping and curb appeal while saving you money on maintenance.

Wednesday, January 27, 2010

12 Tips for Increasing Your Home's Value

Tip 6: Cleanliness
First impressions count so make the interior of your home shine from the moment a potential buyer walks in the door. Be sure to get the nooks and crannies you may have missed in regular cleanings.

Tuesday, January 26, 2010

12 Tips for Increasing Your Home's Value

Tip 7: Re-size
How large a home ‘feels’ is important. Make each room feel larger by letting in more light, clearing clutter and removing large pieces of furniture.

Monday, January 25, 2010

12 Tips for Increasing Your Home's Value

Tip 8: Bathroom
Small changes will update the bathroom without breaking the bank. Replace old wallpaper and lighting fixtures for a cleaner, more modern look.

Thursday, January 21, 2010

12 Tips for Increasing Your Home's Value

Tip 9: Kitchen
Even small kitchen updates will add big value to your home. Swap out a stained sink or old microwave for shiny new stainless models.

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

12 Tips for Increasing Your Home's Value

Tip 10: Entrance
Upgrading the entrance will leave a positive impression with potential buyers. No matter the type of door, a welcoming entrance will increase your home's value.

Tuesday, January 19, 2010

12 Tips for Increasing Your Home's Value

Tip 11: Storage
Most homeowners want more than ample storage so consider adding shelving systems to a closet or garage. A free-standing shed for yard tools and supplies can also be of great value.

Monday, January 18, 2010

12 Tips for Increasing Your Home's Value

Tip 12: Concrete
Old concrete can be resurfaced in a variety of colors and finishes. Adding texture will be an improvement over standard concrete and potential buyers will really take notice.

Thursday, January 7, 2010

Tips for Homesellers #4

Conserve energy - add a programmable thermostat, re-insulate the attic or water heater, caulk around doors and windows to make your home ‘greener’ and more marketable.

Wednesday, January 6, 2010

Tips for Homesellers #3

Don't go overboard – if touching up the inside paint, keep colors schemes neutral for best sale potential.