Tips for Boosting Your Home's Curb Appeal

To sell your home this spring, it may need more preparation than it would have a year or two ago. Today’s housing market has a different feel. There are more homes for sale than there were at this time last year, but inventory is still low. If a house has been sitting on the market for a while, it's a sign the home may not be hitting the mark for potential buyers. Right now, homes that are updated and priced at market value are still selling fast.

Today, homes that are presented well are still selling quickly, and sometimes over asking price. This is why curb appeal matters. According to Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at realtor.com:

“In a market where costs are still high and buyers can be a little choosier, it makes sense they’re going to really zero in on the homes that are the most appealing.”

With the spring buying season just around the corner, this is the perfect time to start preparing your home to sell. The best way to determine where to spend your time and money is to work with the Just Say Home KC Team. We can help you understand which improvements are most valuable in the Kansas City housing market.

Curb Appeal Wins

One way to prioritize updates that could bring a good return on your investment is to find smaller projects you can do yourself. Little updates that boost your curb appeal usually work well. Investopediaputs it this way:

“Curb-appeal projects make the property look good as soon as prospective buyers arrive. While these projects may not add a considerable amount of monetary value, they will help your home sell faster—and you can do a lot of the work yourself to save money and time.”

Small cosmetic updates, like refreshing some paint and power washing the exterior of your home, create a great first impression for buyers and help it stand out. The Just Say Home KC Team can help you find the low-cost projects to tackle around your house that will appeal to buyers here in Kansas City.

Not All Updates Are Created Equal

When deciding what you need to do to your house before selling it, remember you’re making these repairs and updates for someone else. Prioritize projects that will help you sell faster or for more money over things that appeal to you as a homeowner.

The 2022 Remodeling Impact Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) highlights popular home improvements and what sort of return they bring for the investment (see graph below):

Remember the Just Say Home KC Team can give you advice on the updates you should invest in. We know what Kansas City home buyers are looking for and have the latest insights of what your house needs to sell quickly this Spring.

Bottom Line

As we approach the spring season, now’s the time to get your house ready to sell. Connect with the Just Say Home KC Team at 816-656-2816 to find out which updates make the most sense.