Present Your Home to Sell in Sun Valley, Idaho

Real Estate markets are in a constant state of change and this Fall of 2022 the markets are stabilizing.  Sellers must price their homes well and make smart home improvements to attract Buyers. Not all home improvements are worth the cost for sellers.  It is important to consider which improvements will give you the most return on your investment.

5 Improvements With the Highest Return

Are you selling your home in Sun Valley, Idaho soon?  To get the best price when selling your home in Sun Valley, Hailey or Ketchum, it may take some time to prepare. Simple cosmetic improvements can help polish your home and set the tone for a quicker, higher priced sale. Focus on quick cosmetic changes when preparing your home for the market.

1. Put Clutter in Storage

Spend a day boxing up everything you will not need for a few months and take it to storage.  Sellers should present their homes with a minimalist decorating style. Remove any furniture that makes a room feel crowded.  Depersonalize your home by removing family pictures.

2. Style Bathrooms and Kitchens

Kitchens and Bathrooms are the two rooms that Buyers remember most when touring homes.  Simple improvements in these rooms can go a long way.  Consider fresh paint in a neutral color, new lighting, faucets and/or countertops to amp up these rooms.

3. Paint

A fresh coat of paint in a neutral color makes your home feel clean and neutral.  Ask a designer or reputable paint store of trending neutral shades.  This is not the time to paint a bedroom your favorite shade of purple.

4. New Flooring

Consider replacing worn carpet or refinishing wood floors.  Carpets can be fairly inexpensive.  This is not a time to replace your wood floors or other expensive flooring options when selling your home in Sun Valley, Idaho.

5. Deep Clean

Don’t underestimate the presentation of a very clean home. Hire professionals to deep clean appliances, vents, windows and  blinds. It is important to mitigate any odors to make your home feel clean and fresh to Buyers.

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Market Analysis

The Real Estate Market in the Sun Valley area is fluid.  A good real estate agent can time the presentation of your home when the market is ripe to obtain top dollar. Learn more about my home selling process here: https://www.woodriverproperties.com/selling/