Enhance the Resale Value of Your Home

by Ellen Garcia 11/10/2019

You don't need to invest tons of money in boosting the resale value of your home. All you need to improve the quality of your home is engaging in some specific renovations that will improve the overall worth of the house. You have to target the area that prospective buyers will see when inspecting the apartment. Here are the most effective ways to boost the resale value of your home: 

Ensure that the main entrance and the facade are in excellent condition 

The first impression matters a lot. These areas are what intending buyers will see as soon as they approach your property. You need to take note of the fact that the first moment in front of your building will affect the decision of prospective buyers whether or not to buy your property. Therefore, it is essential that you make the outward appearance of your home pleasant and attractive. Exterior light must be in an excellent working condition and also makes sure the exterior walls are painted neatly with no cracks and chips. 

Make your home clean and efficient 

Buyers are always impressed when they come across a house that is clean and efficient. Make sure you clean all areas of the home that need cleaning and repair all cracks in the floor and walls. Nobody will buy a house that looks as if it is falling apart. Apart from that, buyers are now looking for energy efficient homes. There are a plethora of ways to boost the energy efficiency of your home – replace the cooling and heating system with the ones that are energy efficient, reseal your windows, change to energy-efficient lighting and many more ways. 

Improve the kitchen as much as you can 

A functional kitchen with high-value elements goes a long way to improving the value of your home. The reason being that the kitchen element will remain will you remove the furniture and other appliances in the kitchen when packing out of the house. You should invest in energy-efficient kitchen appliances. 

Do not overlook the bathroom 

Once you have successfully upgraded your kitchen, the next place to consider is the bathroom. The Bathroom is the second most important place in the house that attracts the attention of intending buyers; therefore you must take care of this remarkable place as well. The idea is to keep things simple, modern, and attractive. So, try as much as possible to create a bathroom that is impeccable and offers as many features as possible for the space available.

If you have renovations and improvements to make, find a reliable general contractor to bring your home to speed.

About the Author
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Ellen Garcia

Ellen Garcia Broker, GRI, SRS, ABR, RSPS, SRES, RENE, MRP, LRS, LSE, LSS, AHWD, e-PROÒ Ellen believes that listening and understanding her clients' needs are the foundation of a successful business partnership. Her knowledge of the many unique communities in Fairfield County is an invaluable asset to clients new to the area, and she is able to help anyone moving to, from or within Fairfield County make an easier transition into a new home and community. For clients who are preparing to sell their homes, Ellen offers her first-hand knowledge of how to leverage the strength of a "brand" in showcasing and marketing their properties. Ellen offers a powerful advantage in bringing her skills and resources to work for her clients. With over 10 years, of full-time experience in the real estate industry, she is well-versed in the Fairfield County real estate market. Ellen has successfully completed: · Over 130 closed sales and rental transactions · Representing a dollar volume of over $65 million Ellen’s people skills lead the way in building a strong network to assist and support her clients in achieving their goals through every step of the real estate process: · Negotiations both local and global · New business development (sales & marketing) · Creative problem solving · Building partnerships · Tapping into Halstead Property’s network of 1100 agents in NYC and Lower Fairfield County Her career in Real Estate has been recognized with many awards including: "Agent of the Year” for Halstead Property Wilton and "Most Closed Sale and Listing Transactions” numerous times. Within Connecticut, Ellen has been recognized over the past several years as a "Connecticut Magazine 5 Star Realtor”. Awards 2016 & 2014 AGENT OF THE YEAR – HALSTEAD WILTON – HIGHEST GROSS SALES 2016 - 2011 CONNECTICUT MAGAZINE 5-STAR REALTOR AWARD 2016 - 2013 MOST CLOSED LISTINGS – Wilton Office 2016, 2014 - 2012 MOST CLOSED SALES – Wilton Office 2016, 2015, 2014 HALSTEAD PROPERTY PRESIDENT’S COUNCIL 2013, 2012 & 2011 HALSTEAD PROPERTY DIRECTOR’S COUNCIL 2014 HALSTEAD – PLATINUM CIRCLE 2016 HALSTEAD - GOLD CIRCEL 2015, 2013 HALSTEAD – SILVER CIRCLE 2007 COUNTRY LIVING ASSOCIATES OUTSTANDING RELOCATION SPECIALIST PRESIDENT'S AWARD (2005, 2006 & 2007). Leading Real Estate Companies of the World PREMIER CLUB – SILVER AWARD FOR REFERRAL ACHIEVEMENT (2006) Sales Associates Recognition Program Professional Associations: · Connecticut Association of Realtors (CAR) · National Association of Realtors (NAR) · Consolidated Multiple Listing Service (CMLS) · Connecticut State-wide MLS (CTMLS) · Mid-Fairfield County Association of Realtors (MFCAR) · Senior Advantage Real Estate Council (SAREC) · Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council (REBAC) · Seller’s Representative Specialist Council (SRS) · e-PRO Professional Designations: · BROKER · ABR (Accredited Buyer Representative) · SRS (Seller’s Representative Specialist) · RENE (Real Estate Negotiation Expert) · GRI (Graduate Realtor Institute) · RSPS (Resort and Second Property Specialist) · MRP (Military Relocation Professional) · SRES (Seniors Real Estate Specialist) · LRS (LeadingRE Relocation Specialist) · LSS (LeadingRE Sales Specialist) · LSE (LeadingRE Service Expert) · AHWD (At Home with Diversity: One America) · REALTOR e-PRO · CONNECTICUT TRUST FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION