If you’re ready to put your home on the market, you’ll likely want to sell it quickly and secure the best price. Most homes have general wear and tear and potential homebuyers will take notice. At the same time, you likely won’t have a large budget to spend on your current home, especially if you’re trying to buy a new home. To help you focus on the areas of your home that will attract buyers, consider the following simple home repairs:

Ensure Your Flooring is Acceptable
Snagged carpet, broken tiles and stains on flooring detract homebuyers. The floors in your home should be in good condition. Dirty carpet should be cleaned or replaced. Make sure any new flooring is consistent with the style and color of existing flooring to avoid a patchwork design. Buyers want to be able to visualize the space they will live in, so a neutral/tan colored carpet works best. If you find wood flooring in good condition under the carpet you are replacing, you might want to consider keeping it in place. Wood flooring is very attractive for many homebuyers!

Spruce Up Your Bathrooms
You’ll be surprised by how much a small repair, such as caulking around the sink or tub, can provide big results. Taking time to remove the dirt and grime from the bathroom in your home makes a positive impression on buyers. The bathroom flooring condition is also just as important as it is in the other areas of your home. Fix any broken or chipped tile and steam clean the floors. Don’t forget to clean the toilet, too!

Investing in these small home repairs before selling your home can potentially increase your sell price and help ensure your listing doesn’t last too long on the market.

For more information on home buying, selling or new home construction contact the Central Washington Home Buyers Association or visit CWHBA.org.