If you’re thinking about selling your house, (whether that means next month or a few years from now) you would want to make sure that you do everything you can to get the best selling price. When it comes to determining your house’s value, there are a couple of factors you can’t do much about, like the location of your property and fluctuations in the market. The good news is, there are plenty of ways you can improve the valuation of your house in a relatively short span of time.

UPGRADES THAT IMPROVE HOME VALUE

You might be thinking that upgrading your house to increase your property’s value means you have to undertake a full-scale renovation. Thankfully, that’s not the case! Smart & small changes can have a big impact when it comes to scaling the value of your house. Even if you’re not planning to sell your house in the near future, it’s good to think about the investments you make now that will eventually result in getting a good price of your property. So, what are the best ways to increase the resale value of a home?

KICK YOUR CURB APPEAL UP A NOTCH

What’s the first thing people see when they come to an open house or take a look at your listing? The front of your home, of course! How your home looks from the street is known as the curb appeal and it plays a huge role in how many potential buyers are willing to pay for a new home. They’re looking for all the things they might need to spend money on once they own it, so making sure it looks picture perfect is very important. A few quick and easy improvements can make a huge difference. Consider planting a few flowers, fixing up the lawn, giving your fence a fresh coat of paint, painting your front porch, or painting a bold new color on your front door. These ideas are all pretty quick to do, but give your home an instant makeover.

GIVE YOUR EXTERIOR A WHOLE NEW LOOK

If you’re willing to invest a little more, it’s a good idea to paint the entire exterior of your home. It can seem like a big job—one that potential buyers will probably want to avoid doing once they move in. Seeing that it has been freshly painted has big value in the eyes of buyers, who will appreciate it, knowing that they won’t have to worry about it for years to come. When you’re ready to paint the exterior, carefully consider the colour scheme. Neutrals are usually a safe bet, but brighter colours can sometimes be a better choice. If you’re not sure how to choose the right colour, follow the advice in this guide. (Hint: the style of the home and the neighbouring homes are important to consider.)

REFRESH YOUR KITCHEN

Not everyone has the time and money required for a complete kitchen overhaul. But you can definitely give your kitchen an upgrade without totally gutting it. You can start by simply giving it a new coat of paint in a colour that works well with space. A step up from that would be to update the existing cabinets with paint and add a splash of colour to your kitchen island. It’s a relatively quick and cost-effective way to transform the space that could potentially increase your home’s value by three to seven per cent.

BEAUTIFY YOUR BATHROOM

Bathroom renovations are another big one for home buyers. When they see an outdated bathroom, they’ll probably also foresee costly renovation bills. Again, you don’t need to shell out for the fanciest new gadgets like heated towel racks. All it takes is a carefully chosen paint colour to bring new life into a tired old bathroom. A neutral colour like taupe, soft grey, or white can instantly create a spa-like atmosphere. If you want to go with something more colourful, try a pastel tone rather than something overly bright. Intense colours in the bathroom can throw people off. In many cases, a quick coat of paint can make all the difference in how your home looks in the eyes of potential buyers. If you’re looking to increase your home’s value with some instant paint upgrades, contact us for a free estimate.