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Five Top Tips that will add value to your property
“what is the most important thing I can do to my house that would make it more desirable and add value?”
Welcome with lovely newly painted Front Door - for great curb appeal.
Often get asked “what is the most important thing I can do to my house that would make it more desirable and add value?”
Of course, this is a subjective question, because it all depends on what your house is like right now. You may have just moved in and are wanting to renovate and then sell it on, or you may simply be wanting to put your home on the market.
Whichever it is, here are my five ‘Top Tips’ for those of you who are looking to put your home on the market.
1. Adding curb appeal - Not only does this make it nice for you to come home too but by improving your property’s curb appeal will create a great impression for passers-by and most importantly, for potential buyers who come to view your property.
Give your front door a lick of paint – regardless of what colours might be in fashion, choose a colour that suits your property and goes with its stonework, character, age and design. Make sure to choose a colour that complements your driveway, if you have one. Be sensitive to a period property, while on the other hand, a modern property will be able to carry a bold statement. The secret is - the paintwork on your front door should be clean, shiny and definitely not pealing.
Adding a new range of furniture – to your front door, i.e. letterbox, handle, knocker, bell and house number, all in the same style and colour will make an instant impression. If your house has a name make sure it is clean, easy to read and clearly visible so that prospective viewers know they have arrived at the correct property.
2. Entrance and hallways – This area is the very first impression viewers will have of your property, so make sure its clean and tidy of shoes and coats. It’s important that viewers do not see clutter and mess.
Adding Space – All the rooms in your home should demonstrate their correct purpose, for example, if you have a dining room that is currently used as a dumping ground restore it to its rightful purpose. If the dining room is small and tucked away, think about knocking a wall out to create a nice open-plan kitchen diner with a relaxing area. This kind of configuration is always very appealing to viewers who will instantly feel the house is family friendly. It will also add value to your property.
Adding Space – All the rooms in your home should demonstrate their correct purpose, for example, if you have a dining room that is currently used as a dumping ground restore it to its rightful purpose. If the dining room is small and tucked away, think about knocking a wall out to create a nice open-plan kitchen diner with a relaxing area. This kind of configuration is always very appealing to viewers who will instantly feel the house is family friendly. It will also add value to your property.
3. Small cloakroom – This tiny space under the stairs that may be being used to store rubbish can be remodelled into a great small WC. You would be amazed how little space a WC needs. There are a lot of small wall mounted basins, even corner ones, and radiators to choose from. With a bold colour pallet for the wallpaper, a mirror above the sink and subtle lighting this space can easily be transformed to create a wonderful and useful space.
4. Window dressing – Are your windows looking good are do they need replacing? Do the windowsills need a lick of paint?
These are honest questions you need to address because viewers will be looking at them critically. You will also need to think about how your windows are dressed. Take down old net curtains to let in as much light as possible. Consider installing new curtains or blinds. A stunning impression can be made with wooden shutters or wooden blinds which look very chic. If you are on a tight budget concentrate on the main living rooms.
5. Increase your property value by 20% - consider developing the roof space of your house into either an extra bedroom, home office or simply well organised storage. Research has found that by developing your home to gain the space you crave in a new house will cost far less than moving. The prospect of developing your property is well worth investigating especially when it could increase the value of your property by up to 20%.
Extra Bonus Tip
Creating a luxury adult haven in your master bedroom – is very appealing and adds an extra wow factor to your property. Look at your bedroom and see if you can upgrade things like the headboard, would it be more luxurious in a bold colour? and with some great deals on the market today this will be an easy exercise to do. Create a feature wall behind the head of the bed with a wallpaper that can be matched to sumptuous bedding. Keep the other walls neutral to keep the attention on your feature wall. Sumptuous curtains will finish off the ‘boudoir’ look to your bedroom. Oh, and don’t forget to incorporate soft ambient lighting from decorative lamps either beside the bed or on the wall above. All these tips will help you create a lovely tranquil place that views will envy.
Good luck with your 2020 New Year makeover. Let us know how you are getting on by messaging me on Instagram or share your before and after pictures on my Facebook page.
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Best Wishes
Anne