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There is one thing homeowners should do before putting their home on the market and that is taking a close look at recommended home improvement ideas that agents suggest and how you can make your home look like new at a great price.
by FloydJ.Tapia


There is one thing homeowners should do before putting their home on the market and that is taking a close look at recommended home improvement ideas that agents suggest and how you can make your home look like new at a great price.

1. Make Your Kitchen Hot

This is where most families spend quite a bit of time. Let us start with some of the easier fixes. First, replace your old kitchen faucet with a new one. Perhaps install some new lighting fixtures. Another simple task would be replacing cabinet door handles. These new types of fixtures will only set you back a few hundred dollars but will make a big difference in your kitchen.

2. A Face-Lift Will Make Your Home Look Younger

One of the worse things you can do to your kitchen is having appliances that do not match. This is something every possible buyer will notice immediately and may pass on your house. You do not have to go out and buy new appliances. Simply buy new doors or face panels from the manufacturer. They are very easy to install.

3. Going To The Bathroom With A Smile

This is another room that you want to make a great impression for the new buyers. If money is tight, go the quick and easy route by replacing the toilet seat and perhaps a new pedestal sink. This would not only be inexpensive but will give your bathroom a whole new look.

A good place to start is to replace broken tile chips with news ones. Put new grout in if you cannot clean the old stuff. Also take a good look at the floor. You can make an old bathroom look new by putting in new vinyl or sheet tile and still remain within your budget.

4. Get Out The Brushes and Start Painting

This is a definite must that is relatively cheap. That's right, fresh, new paint. Painting will turn an old room into a masterpiece that looks look clean and bright. And don't forget to paint the ceiling. And while your at it, paint the trim a contrasting color.

There are homeowners who paint their walls three different shades of the same color. The darkest shade would obviously go on the bottom with the middle section hosting the next lightest shade and so on.

5. Looking Down May Not Be Such a Bad Idea

What do you see? Old carpeting? Then you need to take some steps in making this look like new which in turn will reflect the same look on your entire home. This is no time to do-it-yourself. Call a professional carpet cleaner and let them do their voodoo that they do so well.

If this does not work or you already know that this step will not make a difference, then cover up the small, dingy area with an area rug. Most agents will not recommend replacing all the carpeting since the new owners will no doubt want to choose their own brand and color.

6. The Grand Entrance

To make a great first impression, make your entrance as unforgettable as you possibly can. The door must look impeccable. If it is wooden, then paint or refinish it. If it is dented, then either a new steel door is needed or consider a fiberglass replacement.

After you paint or refinish the front door, think seriously about replacing the door nob, lock set and knocker. Another great tip is placing two large planters on both sides of the new door.

7. Curb Appeal Can Be Priceless

One of the easiest ways of getting an "F" on your home selling report card is not keeping your lawn properly cut and manicured for your home showings. This is the very first thing the potential buyer will see as they enter your home and their potential new home. Do not make this elementary mistake. If you do not have time to do this, then hire someone because this mandatory care must be done.

Consider talking with a professional landscaper. They will no doubt give you some great suggestions on simple and inexpensive ways to make your lawn a masterpiece. The last thing you want is for your home to remain on the market just because it doesn't look presentable. You won't like this, your agent won't like this and of course, your St Louis mortgage broker won't like this at all.

DISCLAIMER: This article is provided as information only and is not to be taken as financial advice.

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