Daily Real Estate News, January 26 issue recently published an article on 10 inexpensive ways to Wow Buyers!

I thought the article had good points for sellers and agents. At the time of listing all houses are at different places regarding improvements. This list gives you a quick snapshot of some things that are possible to change before putting your house on the market.
1. Improve first impressions. Touch up paint on front door and on exterior areas that stand out.
2.Clean up landscaping. Trim hedges and plant some annuals
3.Paint the Interior. Choose rooms that can benefit from this improvement. You do not have to do the whole house.
4.Refurbish the floors. Buff hardwoods and have carpets professionally cleaned or replace them.
5. Take care of the big problems. Roof, HVAC, or repair a porch or broken stoop.
6.Buy warranties. Gives homebuyers a sense of security. Or offer buyer a Home Warranty Policy at closing.
7.Improve energy efficiency. Improved insulation or new windows offers potential tax savings.
8. Replace light fixtures. Updated fixtures create a great first impression.
9.Buy a stove. This gives a kitchen a feeling of “newness” and updating.
10. Tidy bathrooms. remove mildew and replace caulk and stains.

All of these tips can offer your seller various ways to make their listing standout!