Scroll on to see some small investments to make to your home to improve your lifestyle now, and improve your home value long-term.

IMPROVE YOUR HOME ON A DIME

On a budget? Painting your front door, resurfacing your cabinets, or even using peel and stick wallpaper tiles are just a few examples of affordable ways to make home improvements that can draw buyer closer to your home.

My personal favorite craftsman to refer to clients is Marco’s Art of Restoration. A finished carpenter and restoration company they very creative when it comes to unique design features such as radiator covers, closet shelving, and restoring ornate moulding or woodwork in prewar buildings. His website will show some of the unique restorative projects he’s done from, pianos to antique vintage furniture.

Adding shelving, organization, and custom built-ins can make all the difference when hiding clutter and upsetting the storage space you’ve created.

Marco’s Art of Restoration has even custom designed weatherproof TEAK flooring for added comfort on your balcony floors.

HOME TECH THAT BUYERS LOVE

Investing in something as simple as a Nest thermostat, smart doorbell, or security camera can reduce your energy bill and make you feel safe at home. Smart locks are another piece of tech that can make your every day easier, and could also be a perk for a future buyer.

CLEAN NOW, PROFIT LATER

Time on your hands? Finally, get to the crowded garage you've been trying to clear out. Free up some space in your packed closet that's needing some love. Decluttering can not only free up space in your home you never knew you had but make it easier to sell in the future. My personal favorite, professional organizer and life changer is Donna Gargiulo of Room to Spare. She is offering free Facetime assessments of your home, and quotes on what she can do to bring clarity and space to a cluttered apartment our house.

COLORS THAT CREATE CASH

First impressions are everything in selling a home quickly. A fresh coat of paint on the interior or exterior is a low-cost improvement that makes a big statement. Warm neutral colors make it easier for potential buyers to imagine themselves living there. Read up on Susan Chan of Feng Shui Creative HERE.

CURB APPEAL COUNTS

An outdoor makeover can increase the chance of a home sale and is directly linked to a high ROI. Nine of the top ten high-return projects in Remodel magazine’s 2020 Cost vs.Value report are ones that pertain to a home's exterior. ECO-FRIENDLY HOME IMPROVEMENTS "Green" home improvements can help you save natural resources and money. Install solar panels to increase your perceived property value. Use native plants in landscaping to help you mow less and save more.

VISUALIZE YOUR UPGRADE

Curious to know how Elegran can transform a listing and improve its sale price? Virtual Staging and 3D video tours, and even custom social media tours are all ways I’ve been pushing forward in this market digitally. See exactly the difference working with me can make.

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