Are you looking to improve the value of your home with the intent of selling or renting it out down the road? In the competitive market that we live in today, it’s important to find new ways to add value to your home rather than relying on the market trends. One of the best ways to add new value is by updating the interior of your home, refreshing the look and feel of your home.

This doesn’t mean you have to have “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” stop by and plan an entire new layout for your home. Instead, start with these six easy projects that are sure to incre

ase the value of your home:

    1. Add a fresh coat of paint. One of the fastest, and easiest way to freshen up your home is to add a fresh coat of paint. A new coat of paint covers fold ding, holes and marks that have appeared over the years. This adds a sense of cleanliness to your home. Choosing more neutral colors lets you have more freedom with decor and furniture choices.
    1. Replace old carpet. Carpets harbor old smells, stains and allergens. Even after your best efforts to keep it clean over the years, it might be time to replace your carpet. Choose a quality carpet, which could be a selling point for when you sell your home, or simply replace carpet with areas of hardwood, tile or laminate. Hardwood and laminate floors are becoming increasingly popular, and instantly add value to a home.
    1. Fix up the kitchen. Arguably the most important room in the home is the kitchen. Many homebuyers will weigh heavily on whether to buy a house or not on the status of the kitchen. To save money on what could be a huge project, start with renewing the old kitchen cabinets you already have. By the end of your kitchen remodel, your entire home’s value will have drastically increased.
    1. Landscaping. Making the outside appearance of your home seem inviting and clean can also make a big difference on whether or not it sells in a competitive market. It’s worth taking time to trim bushes, repair dead spots in the lawn, and planting new plants around your home. Believe it or not, a well-kept yard stands out to buyers and sets the tone for the rest of the house.
    1. Make your home energy efficient. Making your home a “green home” is a big selling point with home buyers. Home buyers are looking to save money and reduce the cost of owning the home after the big purchase. Make sure light bulbs, air conditioners and ceiling fans are all updated and energy efficient. People want to feel like their saving money and helping the environment.
  1. Remodel the bathroom. Bathrooms can get outdated fairly quickly. Wallpaper that was in style 10 years may not look at good with you cabinets and sink fixture. Consider updating your walls with a new, fun paint color, install a new modern sink, and update those cabinets. A newly remodeled bathroom is sure to attract new home buyers.

When flipping your house, consider N-Hance Wood Refinishing of Hampton Roads! We’ll help you save while making your old cabinets look brand new. Call today!