How to increase the value of your house before selling it?

A home by itself increases in value over the years. However, there are factors independent of the real value of the property that intervene in the surplus value. Let's take a look:

Location: according to the comparative market appraisals, the greater the commercial development in the area, the better the home equity will be.

Accessibility: the ideal is that there are more than two communication routes that allow you to reach the property.

Services and infrastructure: the quality and maintenance of services in the area such as paving, drainage, sewerage, lighting and public transport are considered; the efficiency of the water supply, electricity; the risk of the area in the face of different environmental conditions and natural disasters, such as damage caused by rains or earthquakes.

Development: future constructions such as shopping centers or highways, favor the value of real estate in the area.

MaintenanceAlthough the current condition of the property largely determines its value, the maintenance and improvements carried out before offering it to the public allow the final sale price to be raised.

In addition, it must be taken into account that a remodeling significantly reduces the age of the property and increases the shelf life, thus favoring the value that is dictated in the commercial appraisal.

Although most of the factors depend on the area where the property is located, as a seller, you should concentrate on making the necessary physical adjustments that allow you to increase the value of your property.

Improvements to increase the value of a home

The improvements depend on the needs of each property. However, these are some adjustments that you should consider.

Bath

Although the house has a neutral appearance, the kitchen and bathroom reveal the age of the property. There are several interior design trends that impact a home and having a current design will not only bring modernity, but will also enhance its value.

Likewise, it considers that the toilet is the room that is used the most, so its wear is greater. To avoid investing too much, focus on changing the bathroom furniture, expanding the size of the mirror, and adding a cabinet where hygiene items can be stored.

Cooking

The finishes of a kitchen make the sale or For rentl price of a home more expensive, if you only have the budget to invest in a room, focus on this area. Remember that people are struck by a spacious, ventilated space with enough storage areas.

If you're looking for something accessible but enhancing, consider using tile, bulk concrete, and wood. Don't completely discount marble or granite, as these materials are ideal for countertops and kitchen counters. Also using neutral colors on walls like and furniture will create an impression of cleanliness and order.

Apartments 

Although its impact is not that great on the value of the home, it can influence the purchase decision. Make sure they are easy to clean floors and avoid the placement of patterned tiles, since most of them are printed and with use they fade.

Windows and doors 

It is not only about beautifying the appearance of the property, the doors and windows should offer a plus such as including coatings that isolate the cold and outside noise.

Lighting design

Lighting influences the mood of buyers. The brighter a room has (mostly natural light), the happier people will be. If the home does not have large windows, you can add spotlights in each corner to maintain complete lighting. Use bulbs that resemble natural light and preferably that are led.

Cabinets

The storage spaces of a property are more expensive in the market. Take advantage of the dead spaces in the house to fix a closet that allows future owners to organize those items that do not have a specific location.

Garden

It is not necessary to have a large garden to provide a natural environment inside the house. You can enable an area of ​​the property with plants that do not require a lot of maintenance, plant grass in the backyard and place accessories to invite the new owners to take advantage of it.