How to Prepare Your Home to Sell: 5 Tips for Maximizing Value This Spring

Thinking about selling your home this spring? It is very common to see homes listed in March and April. Research suggests these are the key months to sell. With the school year close to ending and summer weather approaching, this is the ideal climate for moving to a new area or selling your home. A little preparation can go a long way in maximizing your homes value and creating a smooth sale. Whether you're wanting to attract multiple offers or have your space appraise at its highest value, these five steps will help you get the most out of your selling experience.

Boost Curb Appeal to Create a Strong First Impression

Spring is the perfect time to focus on the exterior of your home. Some simple action items can include: trim the surroundings before photos and showings, add in some fresh mulch, power wash the driveway, and add a new coat of paint to your door. Buyers will start judging your home the moment they see it on Zillow or pull into the driveway. So don't zero in on the scuffed baseboards, focus on the exterior to draw in homebuyers.

The 3 D's: Declutter, Deep Clean, Depersonalize

A clutter free home will maximize your space by making it feel bigger brighter and more inviting. That only that, it gives the viewers an opportunity to imagine their own items in the space. Pack away personal items, access decor, and anything that feels distracting. When we say deep clean, we mean it. Wipe down the windows, dust the baseboards and give the carpets a really good clean. We will often recommend hiring a professional when it comes to the floors.

According to The Pinnacle List, "professional carpet cleaning is an affordable service that buyers are sure to notice and appreciate." 

Therefore, this relatively modest investment can yield substantial returns when selling your property. Not to mention the cleaner the home, the more maintained it will appear. This will put buyers at ease and help them have a clear mind to envision themselves in the space.

Small Updates that Add Big Value

No, you don't need to renovate your entire bathroom to sell your home. We know from experience that a fresh coat of paint, in a neutral color, and a few updated light fixtures can have the same ROI as a brand new roof. If you have an older home and want to take updates a step further, consider upgrading faucets, toilets, and cabinet hardware. Swapping out these frequently used items gives buyers a sense of freshness and helps them feel like the home is truly theirs from the start.

Create a Bright and Inviting Environment for Showings

If your home has a lot of windows, showcase them by opening the curtains and cleaning the glass. Allow as much natural light as possible into your home but also replace any dim bulbs with bright warm, lighting. Another favorite is to add scented in main living areas, nothing too strong, but something that is organic and subtle.

Research from the Smell & Taste Treatment and Research Foundation found that "adding a pleasant scent can increase sales by up to 40%."

Highlight the Kitchen and Bathrooms

Did you notice before that we recommended replacing hardware, faucets, and toilets when listing your home? These items all live in two places... the kitchen and bathrooms.

A survey by Rocket Homes found "that 55% of consumers said a quality kitchen could convince them to buy a home they otherwise wouldn't consider, and 54% felt the same about a quality primary bathroom."

So what can you do? Clear the countertops of everything but the essentials. Show off the space there is! Add fresh towels, we always recommend buying a new set and exclusively using them only for showings. Clean any tile and grout, wipe down cabinets, replace hardware, and don't forget about inside the cabinets! Homebuyers will always open them up so make sure the inside is just as clean and clutter free as the outside.

So, Ready to Sell Your Home this Spring?

With the right preparation, your home can stand out and attract the best offers. The spring market moves fast, and buyers are looking for homes that feel fresh, move-in ready, and well-maintained. If you’re thinking about selling, we’re here to help you navigate the process and maximize your home’s value. Let’s talk about your goals and create a strategy to get your home sold quickly and for top dollar. Not selling but on the search for your dream home? We'd love to help there as well!