5 Living Room Improvements That Can Help You Sell Your Home for More Money

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If you’re preparing to sell your home in Tampa Bay, there are a few things you can do to make it more appealing to buyers. In fact, these five things can help you sell your home for more money.

5 Living Room Improvements That Can Help You Sell Your Home for More Money

When you sell a home, your ultimate goal is to get an offer as close to your asking price (or higher) as possible. You can do that by implementing these five living room improvements:

• New window coverings
• Modern light fixtures
• Plants
• Storage
• Zero clutter

Here’s a closer look at each.

Living Room Improvement #1: New Window Treatments

Buyers like to see light, bright spaces, and that may mean you need to take down heavy drapes, get rid of vertical blinds or otherwise update your current window treatments. The window treatments you choose should let in plenty of natural light when they’re pulled back or drawn up, and they should be a great match with your existing decor. Window treatments can contribute to a buyer’s overall impression of the space, and you want to make that a good one.

Living Room Improvement #2: Modern Light Fixtures

Buyers like to see modern light fixtures in homes. Modern light fixtures can make an entire room seem newer, so if yours are a bit dated, it’s time for upgrades. Head to your favorite home improvement store and check out the lighting department, where you’ll most likely find affordable alternatives to what you currently have. For most people, installing new light fixtures is a quick, easy job.

Living Room Improvement #3: Plants

Adding plants to any space can improve its overall ambiance. In fact, having plants in the living room can make buyers feel more comfortable and walk away with a more favorable impression. If you have an unused corner, think about adding a tall plant, such as a fern or tree; if you have a fireplace mantel, add a flowering plant to it.

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Living Room Improvement #4: Storage

Buyers love storage, especially if it pulls double duty as something else. Consider adding a storage coffee table, building shelves into your walls, or coming up with other creative storage solutions. Buyers know that your belongings will go with you when you move, but by adding these things to your living room space, you’re showing buyers just how functional the room can be.

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Living Room Improvement #5: Zero Clutter

You should declutter everything before you sell your home. Buyers like to see plenty of space, especially in the living room, where they will most likely spend a significant amount of time. If you have furniture that gets in the way of clear walking paths, it’s time to put it in storage until you move into your new home. You should also remove items you haven’t used in six months or more. That way, you free up space by clearing out items that you’re not very likely to use.

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