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Kelly has lived in San Carlos for over 20 years and has raised her 6 children here. She is extremely familiar with the area and schools and is involved in the community.
Friday, February 13, 2015
Increase Your Home's Value in 5 Easy Steps
Thinking
about taking on some small home improvement projects to boost the value
of your home? Here are some smart upgrades and fixes that won’t cost a
lot, but could help you clinch a deal if you’re trying to sell.
First impressions are everything, and potential buyers often decide
whether they’re interested in a home within seconds. As they’re walking
toward your house, they’re asking themselves, “Could I live here?”
Keep the walkway swept and tidy, and spruce up your entryway
landscaping with well-placed shrubs, new plants and trimmed hedges. And
don’t underestimate the power of a new front door, fence or mailbox.
Sure, bathroom improvements can get pricey, but small cosmetic
changes can reap big rewards. Consider replacing dated frosted glass
with clear glass, updating fixtures or putting up new wallpaper.
Other projects that are worth the effort include re-grouting the
tile, replacing an old vanity with a new one and buying a new toilet
seat.
The kitchen is the heart of the home. It’s where the family
congregates, guests gather and the kids do their homework. To appeal to
potential buyers, this space has to look clean, inviting and warm.
Beyond making sure your appliances work well and look shiny, consider
updating cabinet doors and drawers, light fixtures and faucets. And a
basic coat of neutral paint can go a long way toward impressing buyers.
Is there an old chandelier that needs to come down? Dated lamps that age the room? Take care of that!
Also, increase the wattage in dark rooms that lack natural lighting.
Rooms will seem larger and more open. Visual space — or how large a
home feels — is crucial.
Assuming you’ve already covered the basics, such as removing clutter
and personal belongings to make rooms look larger, why not take it one
step further and think about reconfiguring the layout?
Substituting one room’s use for another is a cheap way to transform a
two-bedroom home with a den into a three-bedroom home, for example.
Judy Clarke and Kelly Clarke are co-founders of The Clarke Team at Coldwell Banker. Judy is an escaped CPA while Kelly is an MBA. They specialize in properties located on the Peninsula and have a top referral network for other areas.
They quickly earn the trust and respect of their clients with their professional approach. They strive for constant improvement and offer outstanding communication and client care. Contact them at sold@clarketeam.com, or call Judy at 650-270-8423 or Kelly at 650-315-5371.
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