10 Staging Tips to Help Your Home Sell

#10. Once your house is staged, invite your friends or Realtor over and walk them through to get an objective opinion.

10 Home Features Buyers Want

Home designers and builders say that Buyers are rejecting things that don’t have lasting value and are seeking cost-effective features such as:

#1. Large kitchens with islands

10 Home Features Buyers Want

Home designers and builders say that Buyers are rejecting things that don’t have lasting value and are seeking cost-effective features such as:

#2. Energy efficiency, including energy-efficient appliances, super insulation, and high-efficiency windows.

10 Home Features Buyers Want

Home designers and builders say that Buyers are rejecting things that don’t have lasting value and are seeking cost-effective features such as:

#3. Home offices

10 Home Features Buyers Want

Home designers and builders say that Buyers are rejecting things that don’t have lasting value and are seeking cost-effective features such as:

#4. Main-floor master suite

10 Home Features Buyers Want

Home designers and builders say that Buyers are rejecting things that don’t have lasting value and are seeking cost-effective features such as:

#5. Outdoor living space

10 Home Features Buyers Want

Home designers and builders say that Buyers are rejecting things that don’t have lasting value and are seeking cost-effective features such as:

#6. Ceiling fans

10 Home Features Buyers Want

Home designers and builders say that Buyers are rejecting things that don’t have lasting value and are seeking cost-effective features such as:

#7. Soaking tub in the master suite and/or an oversize shower with a seating area

10 Home Features Buyers Want

Home designers and builders say that Buyers are rejecting things that don’t have lasting value and are seeking cost-effective features such as:

#8. Stone and brick exteriors rather than stucco or vinyl

10 Home Features Buyers Want

Home designers and builders say that Buyers are rejecting things that don’t have lasting value and are seeking cost-effective features such as:

#9. Community walking paths and playgrounds

10 Home Features Buyers Want

Home designers and builders say that Buyers are rejecting things that don’t have lasting value and are seeking cost-effective features such as:

#10. Two-car garages, but three-car garages are even more desirable

6 Ways To Ensure Remodeling Pays Off

No. 1: Repairs get the biggest returns
While Buyers might appreciate enhancements like Jacuzzi's and Sub-Zero's, they won't tolerate a leaky roof or antiquated plumbing. And trying to keep problems a secret can cost you - if Buyers discover them during inspection, they will ask Sellers to pick up the repair tab and pay a penalty to compensate them for the inconvenience.

6 Ways To Ensure Remodeling Pays Off

No. 2: Remodeling is better than adding on
Having a formal living room plus a family room is less desirable than having one larger multi-use common space. So rather than adding on, you're better off using existing square footage and reconfiguring the floor plan or capturing unused basement or attic space.