Tips to help you sell your home.

Kitchens:

• High-use area and also a focal point.
• New countertops, sanitary fittings and cupboard handles will make a huge difference towards modernising your kitchen.

Bathrooms:

• Most personal space in a house.
• Any bathroom renovation will add value to impress potential buyers.

Garage:

• Whether you build a garage or enlarge an existing one, it will always attract potential buyers since it is a great way to add storage space to a property.

Security:

• Properties with burglar bars and security perform better in the market.
• Insurance companies also make it a requirement these days.

Things that can be disadvantageous:

• If you have wooden window frames, care for them and treat them regularly.
• Swimming pools that you don’t maintain will be a negative tick against your house.
• It also adds to your monthly maintenance expenses.

General advise:

• Do not neglect regular maintenance.
• Opt from start for classic finishes to ensure longevity.

Source: IOLProperty Newsletter