Written by Wena Roeloffze, REALTOR and Lifestyle Expert. Owner of Realty Club 74, brokered by Coldwell Banker Realty.

The big question most home sellers ask is: If I update my home, will I get more money for it?

That depends. There is no white or black answer for this question. While real estate is all about the product and the price, it matters greatly what type of updates you complete. And on top of that, while the market is constantly changing, buyer needs are also changing at a faster pace than ever before.

When I consult homeowners on pricing and getting ready to sell their biggest asset or getting more information to make their home more profitable, the first step is to have as much information about the home while walking through the home. If an in-person walkthrough is not a possibility, a virtual walkthrough is also great. This step is to get an overview of what functionality and form your home is designed for and also what the overall interior theme is.

By that, I don’t mean your decorations and furniture. I am talking about the layout and function of your home and how that will live for the modern buyer. I am talking about a seamless integration of the whole house. Example: would it make sense to have this amazingly modern kitchen with older flooring or carpet in the rest of the house, or newer bathrooms with outdated wallpaper throughout the house? You could do that, but you will not get as much money for it, as when the whole home was cohesive.

The look and feel of the house must co-exist with the layout and design to make it more valuable. Sometimes the charm of a home is not so much in updating it, as it is painting, restoring and cleaning. Here at Realty Club 74, we have extensive knowledge about what the modern buyer is looking for and we have years of experience on what type of preparation would be most profitable for your home sale.

Recently, our research has found that the modern buyer is far more likely to purchase a move-in ready home, Our market research also shows that updated kitchens and bathrooms improve the sale likelihood by 72%. Other amenities that attract buyers, are open floor plans, low maintenance features, energy efficiency and multi-use rooms.

Don’t forget how unique home features can attract certain home buyers too. The current home buyer has modern and custom lifestyle requirements and can stay anywhere in the US and work remotely as long as they can own a home that fulfill their requirements.

So what kind of amenities will add that value to your home sale? Let’s schedule a no-obligation walk-through to discuss what will be the most profitable action for your specific situation. Our guarantee is to create a tailored approach for you. Our advice and consultations has lead to many successful sales at a higher profit for sellers and includes a lot of happy buyers.

Our “secret sauce” is that we are 100% invested in the future of real estate and the wealth it builds for sellers and buyers. We are very specific on which projects we spend our time and money on and we are super transparent about the right solution for you. We give every project our full attention and is hands-on with the complete transaction. Get all your questions answered before we meet, by scheduling a 30 minute call with me here.

Read what a recent seller says about our process: “Working with Wena was an absolute pleasure. She was professional, friendly, kind, knowledgeable and her advice and direction was invaluable. Wena went above and beyond and kept me informed every step of the way, sharing her insights and answering any questions I had. She was patient and made the experience of selling my home easy and hassle free. Wena’s expertise as a realtor is unparalleled, and I wholeheartedly recommend her services. Her commitment to ensuring a seamless and exceptional experience is evident in every interaction. Thank you Wena for making my home selling experience stress free!” - Kim B.