Selling your home is a significant financial transaction and maximizing its sale price is often a top priority. At Maple Ave Living, we’ve identified five effective ways to enhance your home’s appeal and attract buyers willing to pay top dollar.

1. Fresh Paint

Applying a fresh coat of paint can revitalize your home’s appearance and help potential buyers envision themselves living there. Opt for neutral colors to create a bright, inviting space that appeals to a wide audience.

2. Updated Flooring

Upgrading the flooring can dramatically change the look and feel of your home, making it appear cleaner and more modern. High-quality, durable flooring options are especially appealing to buyers seeking a move-in-ready property.

3. Modern Light Fixtures

Installing contemporary light fixtures can transform rooms by making them more welcoming and spacious. This relatively low-cost update can significantly enhance your home’s aesthetic appeal and potentially increase its value.

4. New Hardware

Replacing outdated hardware like knobs, handles, and faucets is a simple and cost-effective way to modernize your home. These small details can make a big difference in making spaces feel contemporary and well-maintained.

5. Professional Staging

Staging your home highlights its best features, demonstrates its potential, and creates an emotional connection with buyers. A well-staged home typically sells faster and for a higher price, as it helps buyers visualize themselves in the space.

Concerned About Renovation Costs?

These updates don’t have to be expensive! A great realtor—ourselves included—will have trusted contractors who can ensure quality work without unnecessary expenses. Many of our clients also take advantage of the Compass Concierge program, which fronts the cost of home improvement services like staging, flooring, painting, landscaping, and professional cleaning.

What Is Compass Concierge?

Compass Concierge helps you make all the necessary improvements without worrying about immediate expenses. From minor cosmetic changes to major repairs, staging, and landscaping, this program covers the cost of these services upfront, allowing you to pay back the amount at closing with low interest and a peace of mind. This gives you the flexibility to invest in key updates that can dramatically increase your home’s sale price without stressing about finances before it hits the market.

Trust us, investing in these five home updates can pay off handsomely in your home’s final sale price!