Home improvements can be costly. Why spend money adding updates that won't produce the highest ROI when you can make investments that will maximize the resale value of your home.
Here are some of the features that home buyers like the most.
1. Eat-In Kitchen
78% of 2nd-time home buyers saw an eat-in kitchen as a must-have feature, especially for families with children. The space is seen as useful for eating, doing homework, crafts, and more. Other must-have kitchen features to consider when making improvements.
Double sinks - Desired by 81% of buyers
Walk-In Pantry - Desired by 81% of buyers
Central Island - Desired by 77% of buyers
1. Neutral Paint Colors Throughout
98% of agents agree that neutral colors are preferred over bold ones. Neutral colors help buyers see the space as a blank canvas which also boosts the idea of the house being move-in ready.
Other benefits of neutral colors:
Buyers are better able to see how rooms flow together with design details such as trim, flooring & etc.
Buyer can easily envision their personal style and furniture in almost any setting.
Buyers can easily change furnishings & decor elements without repainting the walls.
3. Laundry Room
87% of buyers want this... Having a separate space to hide dirty cloth, sort and fold laundry helps keep the mess out of other rooms. Here are some improvements to the laundry space that will help boost the appeal of your home to potential buyers.
Add good lighting and a utility sink to presoak heavily stained and dirty clothing.
If your budget allows, consider adding cabinetry, countertops, or a folding table.
4. Curb Appeal
A tidy front yard can add up to 10% to a home's resale value. For under $1,200 you can DIY or hire someone to add a little bit of wow factor that appeals to potential buyers. Here are some ways to boost curb appeal.
Trim back overgrown trees, shrubs and cut the grass.
Pull weeds, clean out leaves, cobwebs, and other lawn debris.
Mulch the grounds and plant fresh flowers that add a pop of color and draw the eyes in.
Sources:
https://www.homelight.com/blog/what-buyers-want-in-a-home/
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