Before a home goes on the market we walk it with the owner and make a short list. Most of it is simple.
Light and paint
Fresh paint in light, warm neutrals and every bulb in the same color temperature. Photos and showings both improve.
The front door and the garden
Buyers decide in the first minute. A clean entrance, trimmed hedges and a pressure-washed drive cost little.
Fix what an inspector will find
Leaks, loose rails and tired caulking show up in every inspection report. Fixing them first keeps the negotiation about price, not repairs.
Skip the big remodel
A new kitchen right before selling rarely returns its cost. Buyers in this market often want to choose their own finishes.