If you're planning on listing a house for sale, a few key investments can go a long way toward boosting your property value and getting you as much as possible for your home. However, you might think you have to just take what you can get if you don't have the money for major renovations, but this couldn't be further from the truth.

According to the experts at EXIT Realty Nexus, one of the Minneapolis area's leading real estate firms, you can update your property on a budget by:

• Concentrating on Necessities: They may not be eye-catching or fun, but you should spend your renovation funds on structural necessities first. Buyers will want to know that the HVAC system works and that the roof is solid. No matter how good the bathrooms look, you'll have trouble finding a buyer if the fundamentals aren't sound.
• Buying New Appliances: The kitchen is the heart of the home and a make-or-break room for most home buyers. In most cases, a full-scale renovation isn't necessary. Instead, you can give the impression of a newly updated, modern kitchen with some brand-new appliances and trendy fixtures. If necessary, you can also refinish the cabinet doors if they're looking worn or dated.
• Creating Curb Appeal: Some fresh sod, new flowering plants, and a pressure-washed exterior will help draw people out of their cars and into your home. Before listing the house for sale, you should also trim back overgrown bushes and trees to let in more natural light.

For homeowners thinking of listing property for sale, EXIT Realty Nexus offers a range of benefits other firms can't match. Visit their website or Facebook to learn more about what sets them apart, or call (612) 281-1033 to speak to one of their agents about listing your house for sale today.