A home purchase in Berks County represents a significant financial investment and, without a doubt, a notable financial achievement. Therefore, it's your responsibility as the homeowner to continually improve this investment you made in order to boost its resell value. No matter when you plan to sell your home, this is a smart move. You can easily do this by making regular updates and changes to your home, which will boost its value overall. 

Here are some tips for boosting the value of your home.

Curb Appeal 

When it comes to selling your home, first impressions matter. To sell your home quickly, you must take time to boost your home's curb appeal. In the future, the market may not be as accessible as it is now, as hot markets don't last forever. Curb appeal can be improved by addressing minor issues that prevent potential buyers from seeing the larger selling points of the home. For example:

  • Ensure the lawn is well-manicured 
  • Trim the landscaping
  • Clean the sidewalks and driveway 
  • Install a front walkway of pavers with shrubs, stone planters, and mulching 

Regardless of how great your home's inside looks, the exterior should not suffer as a result. Ultimately, potential buyers will notice your curb appeal before they enter your home. 

Flooring 

Homeowners often overlook their home's flooring, yet updating it is critical to boosting its appeal to potential buyers. Every homeowner wants a home with easy-to-clean, stylish, and contemporary flooring. That's why you should start by upgrading your flooring. The following materials can be used for flooring at varying prices: 

  • Ceramic tile 
  • Laminate 
  • Engineered hardwood 
  • Porcelain and vinyl tile 
  • Hardwood 
  • Carpet 

Hardwood is undoubtedly the best option but is also the most expensive. Walnut and mahogany are popular choices because their rich color ages beautifully, boasts a minimalistic look, hides dirt well, and complements typical design trends.

Kitchen And Bathroom 

Kitchens and bathrooms are the two rooms where family members and guests spend most of their time. Since they can make or break your efforts to sell your home, it makes perfect sense to spruce them up with a modern look. In addition to being high traffic areas, these two rooms in your home are also prone to damage. These spaces also quickly lose their appeal due to worn-out finishes, appliances, and décor. 

There are different upgrades you can make in these two spaces, and they include:

  • Apply the walls with a fresh and neutral coat of paint 
  • Install new stylish cabinets, closets, and drawers 
  • Upgrade the showerheads and faucets 
  • Install new energy-efficient appliances and granite countertops in the kitchen

Kitchen and bathroom upgrades become even more important if you live in an upscale neighborhood, as buyers in such areas typically expect a lot from houses in such areas.

Energy-Efficient Features 

Modern homebuyers look for energy-efficient features to contribute to preserving the environment. In addition, energy-efficient features help reduce energy consumption, resulting in lower utility bills. The following features are important for energy-efficient homes:

  • Install a smart thermostat which you can remotely control your home’s climate 
  • Use light-emitting diode (LED) lighting and efficient in-home appliances such as the furnace and microwave 
  • Get double-panned windows 
  • Install solar panels 
  • Add insulation to your home 

The amount you spend on getting energy-efficient improvements ranges between USD$100 to over USD$40,000, and this depends on what you choose to install.

Clean And Declutter Your Home 

A well-organized and clean home is a big selling point for homebuyers. Decluttering and deep cleaning your home is an ideal option if you don't have much money to spend on renovation. By decluttering and cleaning your home, you make it appear bigger, which makes it more appealing to prospective buyers. You also make your house look more luxurious and beautiful as everything is arranged correctly in the right spot.

It is essential to get maximum value from the sale of your home before you put it on the market. Additionally, in a competitive real estate market, other Berks County homeowners are also adding home improvements in order to boost their house's value. These tips above will help you stay on top of the market when you decide to sell your home.

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