Buying and owning a condo or any property is a major life achievement and an investment as well. That being said, it’s not always easy to finance a property. One of the most important factors in determining the price of your home is location, or location, location! Are you located near public transportation? Is there a high school nearby? Are there good schools within walking distance? Think about all the reasons why someone would want to live in that particular house.
Asides from that, what does your property have that market your house? It’s important to always maintain your property. Take time to notice if your lawn is well-maintained or if you need to repaint the exterior of the house. Fixing small problems can prevent larger problems in the future.
A home is an investment, so it’s best you have a real estate agent represent you so you can get an accurate assessment of your house before deciding on a selling price. There are several ways to sell a home including listing directly with an agent, selling it privately, or using online resources like eBay classified which helps buyers and sellers connect directly to each other.
Invest in energy-efficient home features
Home air conditioning and heating have a strong effect on the value of a property. The biggest impact comes from energy efficiency. This is because it’s basically as if you’re upgrading to an extra room in your house. In summer, the home usually gets cooler as the temperature outside increases, but this is offset because of the energy efficiency of using energy to cool or heat your home. In winter, however, you could be saving on potential utility bills by turning down your thermostat, turning up a window to help with a drafty feeling house.
Upgrade your kitchen and bathroom
These are typically the largest investment a home owner will make. Updating a kitchen or bathroom will not only make your home more efficient, but it’s also something that will allow you to sell it sooner. You can also use these remodels to help with the sale of your house because they’re very appealing!
Spruce up your landscaping
People who buy homes and property will always check the exterior first. If it doesn’t look neat and tidy, then buyers will be less likely to come to see your house. Make sure you keep the trees trimmed, bushes at a reasonable height, and your lawn nice and tidy.
You can also use these as selling points as well! If you have a pool, for example, it’s even more attractive to potential buyers. You can also add up extra features like a fire pit or an area with chairs where people could host parties or just relax in the evenings.
Modify your floor plan
The way a home is laid out has a large impact on whether or not someone buys it. If you’ve got a large family, make sure the house is easy to navigate for everyone. This could mean adding an extra bedroom or two, or adding a mudroom in the entryway.
You can also add features that allow your home to be more energy efficient. Adding skylights to your attic could help with the issue of heat, and putting in solar panels can help give you renewable energy while at the same time reducing your cost on electricity over time.
Paint your walls
If you have an east facing window, for example, then paint the walls white. This is a great way to increase the value of your house!
Students of architecture tend to gravitate towards homes with similarly designed rooms. For example, they tend to have similar bathrooms. This means that if your house doesn’t have a walk-in shower or some other type of bathroom room that doesn’t allow you the same flexibility as an open concept one, then this will negatively affect your property.
Clear out clutter!
Now may be the time to get rid of old furniture or throw away some things that are getting worn out for lack of use or preservation reasons. This is a great way to not only make your home look better, but it will also help you sell your house faster and easier than if you don’t take this step!
Install new light fixtures and lighting fixtures
This is simple, but lighting can really help change the mood in your home. You can also use these lights to make your home more appealing for potential buyers.
Have an open house
You don’t have to completely redo your house in order to sell it, but you can make changes that will make your property more appealing! If you want to get the most out of selling your home, then selling it quickly is the best way to do it. Really take care of things like landscaping and painting, too!
Always remember that all types of housing are attractive these days, so buyers will always try their best to compete with other homes for a property.
Hang fresh curtains and blinds
Curtains and blinds will really help bring your home together. You can also switch up pictures or posters to match the seasons, so you can keep your house looking nice and well-decorated even when you’re not making updates.
Upgrade to high-demand finishes
Check with your local Plumbing and Heating supplier about the finish your house is in. Some finishes are more difficult to maintain, but also give you more value.
Double check your square footage
This may seem like a small thing, but it can really make a difference when it comes to selling your home. It’s important to be truthful and accurate with your square footage, and if you’ve got more than you say you do, then now is the time to come clean. This will help potential buyers as well as help drive up the value of your home!
Keep up with inspection reminders
It’s important that you keep up on inspections for your home or property. Use a system that you can remember, and you’ll be able to remember to take care of things like the roof and the insulation in your home.
Find a real estate agent who can really sell your property
You can find a broker who can help you get the most from your home. They have access to a lot of tools and resources that you don’t have, like staging and marketing in order to get the most in the price you’re looking for.
Living your dream home is a nice achievement. Make sure to smartly invest on it. Maintaining, increasing, and maximizing its value is a must.
If you are looking for a developer that offers a condominium with great value appreciation, Vista Residences got you covered!
Vista Residences is the condominium arm of the country’s largest homebuilder, Vista Land & Lifescapes, Inc. that offers ready for occupancy and pre-selling condominium projects in Manila, Makati, Mandaluyong, Quezon City, Ortigas, Baguio, Cebu, and CDO that are strategically located within major cities, in close proximity to premium universities, transit oriented locations and developed business districts.
At Vista Residences, unit owners can take advantage of the property’s centrality. The properties of Vista Residences are strategically located near the country’s premium universities and CBDs, making them an attractive investment for both local and foreign investors.
Living in Vista Residences enables you to enjoy convenience, where everything is pretty much within walking distance or a few minutes away from the property; comfort because the project features and amenities are designed to deliver comfort at all times, which makes condo living a worthy investment; security that is 24/7 and CCTV monitoring, which makes the residents safe and secure within the property.
In line with Vista Residences’ thrust to offer convenience among its residents, it also features an AllDay Convenience Store and Coffee Project in all its projects.
For more information on Vista Residences, email [email protected], follow @VistaResidencesOfficial on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube, or call the Marketing Office at 0999 886 4262 / 0917 582 5167.
