Are you thinking about selling your house before the summer ends? If so, make sure you read this blog post all the way through to discover 4 home improvements to make before selling this summer so you can increase the likelihood that you can sell…
When is the best time to sell? Some experts may argue that the spring is the best time and the summer is a bit more challenging, with families going away on vacation.
But just because the summer isn’t always the best time to sell doesn’t mean it cannot be done. There are people that want to relocate before the new school year starts. Here are 4 home improvements to make before selling this summer to increase the likelihood that you’ll sell faster and closer to the price you want.
Home Improvement #1. Clean the Outside
When potential buyers are looking for a home, they want something that has been taken care for. In this way, they will have more confidence that the house they are buying is not going to be a burden, as far as repairs are concerned, especially in today’s market with the lumber and other construction materials prices to the roof.
Make sure you check all the exteriors and clean them up well!!! Pick up all the trash you find around the house and arrange the furniture in a neat way.
Power wash the driveway and walls (maybe even the roof), weed the path, clean the entrance doors and windows, replace the missing parts. These might seem like small actions but they can have a big impact.
Home Improvement #2. Landscaping
The second improvements is the landscaping and curb appeal. You don’t have to overspend but put in some time and work to make your home’s exterior look inviting.
Turn the soil in the garden and plant flowers, add mulching, apply a weed killer and fertilizer to encourage grass growth.
You may invest in few flowers or bushes to make a statement. Again, you don’t have to spend a lot of money to have a big impact.
Home Improvement #3. Paint The Exterior
If you’ve owned your home for a while, the paint trim on the doors and windows may have faded or looks old. Spend a weekend painting, and it will have a tremendous upgrading effect to encourage buyers to check out the house.
Home Improvement #4. Fix or Add a Patio
This last home improvement might seem like a lot but you can add a smaller deck or patio fairly affordably to your backyard, and it will just make your backyard seem so much more inviting and ready for family asados and barbecues.
Some homeowners might be afraid of the expense but if it’s the difference between selling now versus selling later, it just might be worth it!
Summary
The summer is a pretty good time to sell a house but you can still help to speed up the process a bit by making these 4 home improvements to make before selling this summer. You’ll be glad you did!