How to Boost Your Home’s Value Before Selling
February 19, 2025
February 19, 2025
Are you looking to maximize your home’s value before you put it on the market? The most recent market data shows that some surprisingly simple home improvements (many of which you can do yourself!) can have a big impact on your property’s value and appeal to potential buyers.
Working with a trusted Tallahassee realtor, you can create a checklist of simple upgrades that can pay big dividends at closing. Here are some of our top tips to boost your home’s value before you sell!
First impressions matter – and research shows that exterior improvements consistently deliver the highest return on investment. The most profitable upgrade right now is replacing your garage door – which has shown an impressive 194% return on investment! This means that a $4,500 investment into your home’s garage could add nearly $8,800 to the home’s value – and even more when you go to sell.
Similar to your garage door, your home’s front entry is another great place to boost curb appeal. Adding a new steel door offers a high ROI, and putting in some manufactured stone veneer to the exterior can help.
While major kitchen renovations may not be necessary, there are some minor kitchen upgrades that can help add value quickly:
Many of these updates aren’t all that expensive – but it’s those small changes that catch a buyer’s eye!
The modern buyer is becoming increasingly focused on energy efficiency. This means you can add value to your sale by showing that the new homeowner will save on their utilities thanks to your investments.
LED lighting throughout the home, heated flooring, and switching to an electric heat pump are great ways to show efficiency. (Throw in some upgraded attic insulation while you’re at it!)
Making the most of your existing space can add to your home’s value significantly. Finishing a basement typically returns 60-75% of the initial investment – and may add anywhere from $40,000 - $50,000 to your home’s value. Even an unfinished basement can add value to the asking price if you’ve outfitted it effectively.
Not looking to invest that heavily in your home before the sale? No worries! There are some basic updates you can make that will give your home that “ready to sell” vibe:
As a leading realtor in Tallahassee, I’ve seen my fair share of sold homes – and you’d be amazed at what small, strategic investments can do to boost a house’s sale price.
Don’t be afraid to explore the options that may help make your home even more attractive to top buyers, whether that’s adding energy-efficient appliances, repainting the rooms, or even upgrading the garage. Even small things can have a big difference – so try them all!
Want to learn more about how to get the most out of your house? Contact me today to chat about your home’s value and what you might be able to get on the market. Together, we can create a strategy to sell that gets you the best value for your property.
Are you looking to sell this year? We offer Complimentary Seller Consultation Services to guide you through what this process looks like.
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