Tips to Spruce up Your Home for Investors
Total home makeovers are fun but can be quite heavy in the pocket. However, there are many simple, easy, and inexpensive ways to spruce up your home. Sprucing up your home can not only improve the value of the property but can also improve potential rental yield.
Here are seven tips to spruce up your home for investors
Fresh paint can do wonders
Paint is one of the simplest, most cost-effective ways to freshen up a dated property. Freshly painted rooms look clean and updated. If you’re thinking about selling the property, try applying a fresh coat of paint to your home’s exterior to make it look spic and span.
Choice of paint color matters. Neutral colors tend to appeal to a majority of people. Muted yellows, soft blues and vibrant greens are great choices.
Give it some curb appeal
First impressions matter. And the good thing is that it doesn’t have to cost you a fortune. You could start by trimming the hedges, plant some flowers, mow the lawn and make sure there are no weeds. Other things you could do include the following:
- Paint the door, trim or shutters
- Install flower boxes
- Replace the exterior lighting
- Plant a tree
- Install new house numbers
- Upgrade your mailbox
Get rid of clutter
The less stuff in your house, the fewer places for allergens to hang out. And the easier it is to clean as well. Also, clutter-free spaces create the impression of a bigger house. Five quick things to easily get rid of include:
- Items that are broken or mismatched
- Clothes or things you haven not used in the last year
- Duplicates of anything
- Food, toiletries, and others that have expired
- Stuff that aren’t yours
Let natural light in
You can add natural light in your home by strategically placing mirrors. Mirrors can help create a virtual space and enhance the overall appeal of a small room. Try it! The more appealing your property, the more likely your tenants will remain for a long time. Hang a large mirror in the living room directly where the sun shines in.
Adjust it until you get the perfect result, then do the same for other rooms. Other ways to increase your home’s natural light include:
- Paint your home with light colors such as eggshell, blue, cream, and gray.
- Ditch the heavy fabric curtains. Heavy fabrics like velvet or brocade make a room feel smaller and darker. If you must have drapes and curtains, try linen or cotton, instead.
- Add a skylight. Although an expensive option, it can help save on your electricity bill over time.
- Choosing the right shades. Opt for blinds that let you control the amount of light better. Some shades, such as Roman shades, block sunlight.
Spruce up your bathroom
Of all the rooms in your house, the bathroom represents the greatest and quickest return on your remodeling investment. You don’t have to spend a fortune. Something as subtle as a fresh coat of paint or a new toilet can add value.
If your bathroom looks old or the shower looks dingy, you could re-grouting the tile or giving it a thorough clean. Other ways to spruce up your bathroom include:
- Painting the tiles
- Updating the fixtures
- Being purposeful with the artwork. Use what you hang on your walls to your advantage.
- Livening it up. Add decorative objects such as a ceiling fixture, fun wallpaper or painted vanity doors.
- Make it functional. You could add pedestal sinks, wall hangers and other organizational elements.
Give the kitchen a makeover
The kitchen is the heart of a property. You also don’t need to invest a huge amount to re-do your kitchen. All it takes is a little time, effort and creativity.
Here are some ideas to breathe new life into this central space:
- Replace your faucet or sink
- Add a fresh coat of paint
- Create an eat-in area or add counter space
- Update your hardware such as knobs and drawer pulls
- Add textiles
- Clear your counters
Update your fixtures
Another low-cost way to freshen up your home is by updating your fixtures. Paint your faucets a different color, look to DYI ideas to spruce up existing furniture or fixtures. Improve your lighting by removing and replacing fluorescent lighting. Use LED lighting instead. This will add a nice touch to make the space feel homey and warm.
There you have it: seven tips to spruce up your home for investors. If you think about it, sprucing up your home doesn’t have to cost a ton.
