Page 16 August 3, 2017 EL SEGUNDO HERALD Seven ‘Little’ Upgrades that Mean a Lot to Homebuyers (BPT) - Anyone who’s ever bought or sold a home knows how even little things can sway a buyer to feel a particular house is “just right.” While major features such as a good location, a big kitchen, and a certain number of bedrooms and bathrooms all drive a home’s price and how attractive it is to buyers, small details like fresh paint and new faucets can also help clinch a sale. When you’re trying to sell your home, you should be willing to spend some money on repairs and improvements to help boost the sale price. The good news is that you don’t have to spend a lot to make a big impact if you invest in key quality details. Here are seven “little things” you can do to help make your home more appealing to buyers, and possibly get a better price - and you can accomplish them in just a weekend: Upgrade Your Kitchen Faucet and Sink The kitchen faucet and sink aren’t just practical tools every kitchen needs - they can also be essential elements of a room’s overall design and appeal. Replacing a dated kitchen faucet is a minor change that can mean a lot to homebuyers. Install a Programmable Thermostat If your home’s thermostat predates Facebook, it’s probably time to ditch the dial and install a touchpad programmable thermostat. Not only would a new thermostat help your home look more modern, a programmable thermostat helps with energy efficiency - something that’s very important to today’s homebuyers. Replace Incandescent Light Bulbs If your home still has traditional lightbulbs, replacing them with energy-saving LEDs or CFLs is an easy way to improve your home’s overall energy efficiency. Upgrade the Front Door Your home’s entrance is the feature that officially welcomes potential buyers into your humble abode. Replacing an old, weathered front door with a new one creates a positive first impression. Put a Water-Efficient Faucet in the Bathroom A great deal of water can be wasted in the bathroom, and the faucet can be one of the biggest culprits. Replacing an older bathroom faucet with a modern water-conserving option like one from the Townsend bathroom sink faucet collection is not only visually appealing for buyers, it also speaks to their sense of environmental responsibility. Add a Water Filtration System in the Kitchen Americans are more aware than ever of the quality of water inside their homes, so adding a filtration system can be an extra feature that appeals to homebuyers. Install a Sun Tube Who doesn’t want a home filled with natural light? Not only does sunlight deliver physical and mental health benefits, using natural light can also help reduce dependence on artificial light sources that impact your energy bills. DIYers can install this special reflective tubing for under $500, while pro installation can run closer to $1,000. When you’re selling a house, every little bit helps, and upgrading small details can make a big difference in how potential buyers view your home. Go ahead, make these upgrades now, and see potentially higher gains in the sale of your home. • Like Us on Facebook ! ! S O L D ! ! DRE # 00946399 John Skulick 310-350-4240 TeamSkulick@gmail.com 2 bed, 1.5 bath, 2 car garage. Plantation Shutters. Private patio and Tennis Court. $649,000 Coming Soon! Elin Pointe Patio Home DRE # 01064179 Rose VanHook 310-350-5920 RoseVH@earthlink.net El Segundo by the Sea!! 424 California St. Location Location Location! 3 bed, 2 baths. Large living room. Master opens to beautiful back yard! 2 car garage. $1,249,000 New Hollyglen Listing 5306 W. 138th St. Brand New! Gorgeous Single Family Home. This one will KNOCK your socks off! Fabulous Extra Wide Lot. Coming Fall 2017 Call for Details... Coming Soon! Townhouse Beautiful 3 bed, 2.5 bath. 1900 sq. ft. Gorgeous backyard. Hardwood floors and much more. Call for details! 3 bed, 3 bath including huge master suite, family room and large kitchen. Single level. Over 2000 sq. ft.
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