It is alway amazing how simple things can be worth so much when selling a house. For example if a house has really torn up carpet or no carpet makes the house viewed as a major fixer upper. Even thought the carpet cost a few thousand dollars it cost the seller ten of thousands of dollars.
A cheaper and easier fix is paint. Terrible exterior or interior paint will make house sell for thousands less. A little time and a few cans of paint can make a huge differences in how much money you will get for a home.
Another huge thing that makes a difference is clearing it out the home. The less stuff in a room, the bigger it looks. I have seen homes that are huge, but there is so much junk in that it looked very small and buyers are not interested.
A few hours of work and a small amount money can save you thousands of dollars in the sell of your home.
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I have to agree, carpet and paint are huge factors. The right carpet and paint doesnt necessarily up the value, but it grabs the buyer's attention and they are interested in the property right off the bat versus a property that needs new carpet/paint which doesnt necessarily cost a lot, but is extra work to be done. Most people are lazy and just want the home complete the way they like it when bought.