When it comes to resale of a house, there are so many
factors that affect its value. The place where the property is located, the age
of the property, etc are few of the factors over which the owner does not have
any control. But there are certain
factors, if properly planned, which can boost up the resale value of the house.
One such factor is the the ambience of the house.
Once the decision is taken to sell the house, the owner
should go that extra mile to make sure that the house is worth a good
investment. For that remodeling of the house plays an important role. Let us
see few of the remodeling tactics that need to be adopted to boost the resale
value of a house.
Living and dining: When
it comes to resale of house, living room and dining room remodeling assumes
great significance as these are the rooms that the prospective buyers first
step into. If the owner intends to
sell the house with furniture, then make sure that the furniture is in good
condition. A fresh coat of paint and minor repair work, if needed, would serve
the purpose. Similarly a fresh coat of
polish or a new carpet on the floor and a new coat of paint on the wall can
make the room appealing to buyers. It is a good idea to leave the drapery on as
it can change the entire appearance of the room. The owner should ensure that
all lights are in working condition. Broken and non-working lights can leave a
bad impression in the mind of prospective buyers.
Bedroom: Bedroom
remodeling includes changing the wardrobe and flooring. A wise decision would
be to give provision for mirror in the wardrobe itself so as to do away with
separate dressing table. This has the double advantage of creating an illusion
of space as well. A new light colored carpet on the floor makes the room look
more spacious. Similarly the paint provided should also be of light shade so
that an illusion of space can be created.
Bathroom: This is
one area where majority of remodeling work happens. Since bathroom fixtures and
fittings are subject to fast change, the bathroom should have the latest ones
to boost the resale value of the house. New cabinetry can change the entire
look of the bathroom. It is a good idea to co-ordinate the faucet, knob and
towel racks. If space permits a wall mounted vanity can change the entire
appearance of the bath. A sliding shower door, latest wall and floor tiles etc
can add to the value of the room.
Kitchen: Since a
major portion of kitchen is covered by cabinets, new cabinets would be a value
addition. Cabinets should have separate provision for cutlery, crockery and
other appliances. Provision should be given for oven, refrigerator and
dishwasher. Polishing the floor or using new rugs can enhance the look of the
kitchen. If the kitchen is dark, painting the cabinets in a lighter tone can
make the kitchen look more spacious. As far as possible provide an uncluttered
look to the counter.
Apart from the
above tips there are few which are applicable to the entire house
- A fresh coat of paint is a must have to both the interior and exterior of the house
- The front door can be changed to make the house look more appealing
- Garden and landscaping should be up to mark
- While polishing furniture, outdoor furniture should not be neglected.
Keep these tips in mind. You are
sure to sell your home at the dream value!
Author Bio: The
author Sandra Johnson is a freelance content writer who has more than 3 years
experience writing article for home improvement/décor niche. At present she is
working as a guest blogger for Michigan Basement Contractors who provides great
Michigan Basement
Reviews, construction, finishing and remodeling work.
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