Fix Up Your House to Sell Your House Fast
Fix Up Your House to Sell Your House Fast
The time has finally come, you have decided to sell you house. You make postings, hold an open house, even lower the asking price, but no solid offers as of yet. We here at iCloseHomes, Inc. are going to help you out. Instead of thinking you have to completely remodel your home in order to find the right buyer, try these minor fix ups! You’ll find that although they won’t break the bank, they may help break down the invisible wall that was blocking the true selling potential of your home. If your are interested in selling your house fast, then keep reading!
Kitchen and Bathroom
Instead of installing that high tech sink or oven, or using half the bathroom space for that huge, luxurious tub you have been dreaming about, opt instead for timeless updates. Think dark wood cabinets, a roomy stand-in shower, stainless-steel appliances. While these remodeling projects may shy away from state of the art, they are considered timeless for a reason. They posses an elegance that does not fade short term, and will look newer for longer, meaning the buyer will have to pay less for renovations later on. Conversely, if your house to be sold has only one bath to begin with, instead of updating just the one, put your money to a wiser use by adding on a second. Today’s buyers generally prefer two moderately up to date bathrooms versus just one avant-garde room to brush and floss in.
Maintenance
We have said it before, and we will say it again. Be the homeowner that maintains their home. Even if you are moving out and attempting to sell your current home, no retail buyer wants to purchase anything that requires notable improvements Most prefer a “move in ready” finish but if this is not possible, make sure that major maintenance issues are addressed. Instead of updating the kitchen, be sure that the roof has no leaks; instead of remodeling the bathrooms, make sure your foundation is in tip top condition. A modern furnace, and strong, clean gutters are a good return investment as well. About 70% of buyers purchase homes knowing that they will do some form of cosmetic updates and remodeling, however if the structure of a house requires too much maintenance work, these buyers are generally put off from even making a bid.
The Cover of a Book Does Matter
When driving down a neighborhood, you will undoubtedly see some beautiful houses, and in contrast some that look not so great. What goes through your mind when you see those unkempt properties? Nothing that is positive, and for most people that rings true. Do not focus all of your time on the inside of the house. The aesthetics of the lawn and front door matter, too. When in doubt of how to increase your house’s curb appeal, a well manicured lawn, a lack of chipped paint, and an uncluttered driveway will always score major points with potential buyers.
Open Space
While you do not have to turn that tool shed into a pool house, if you have the financial means to update your house via adding more space, then do so if it addresses functional inadequacies. All buyers today want to have open space that they may fill up and live in. Only have a two bedroom, one bath? Consider another bathroom. Only have a two bedroom, two bath? Add a smaller room that can be used as either an office space or a small guest room. It may be worth the investment but do your research first and not all markets will payoff in this area.
Upgrade/Not Upgrade
However, if you want to avoid the hassle and expense of upgrading or if it just doesn’t work logistically because of your day to day demands and responsibilities, consider selling your home to an investor such as us at iClose Homes, Inc. At iClose Homes, we can make you a fair offer within 24 hours. We buy houses San Antonio and in the surrounding region; “as is”, no special clean up, no renovations or upgrades needed. We are not real estate agents and charge $0 commission, we make the process easy and can even pay your closing costs. Call us today at (210) 588-9999 and let us help you sell your house fast San Antonio.
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