It’s a seller’s market in cities across the country, with tight demand driving up prices and making it even easier to sell a house. However, a few remodeling investments before listing your house for sale can make your home even more attractive, helping you make even a faster sale at a higher price. The following improvements will bring more buyers through the door and give you the highest return on your investment.

3 Remodeling Projects to Consider Before You Sell a House

1. Basic Maintenance

Before starting major renovations that focus on aesthetics, make sure to take care of the basics of the property. Most buyers are looking for a move-in-ready home, so consider replacing a furnace that’s close to the end of its useful life, repairing a leaking roof, or fixing broken gutters before doing anything else.

2. Creating Curb Appeal

After you’ve painted the walls and cleaned every surface, concentrate your renovation efforts on the exterior of the house. After all, you only have one chance to make a good impression. Throw down some sod on any bald patches in your lawn, trim back overgrown trees and bushes, and replace or shine up the house numbers.

3. Kitchen & Bath Remodeling

Updated kitchens and baths are always attractive, so you have a good chance of return on the money you spend renovating these two rooms. The improvements don’t have to be extensive to entice buyers, either. Some new tile on the walls, updated appliances, and stylish fixtures can breathe new life into the rooms, creating an environment buyers won’t be able to resist.

With over 20 years of experience helping homeowners throughout the greater St. Louis, MO, area sell their houses, Mary Vann of Coldwell Banker Gundaker has the expertise to ensure you get the best price available for your property. She can walk you through every step it takes to sell a house, from deciding how to spend your renovation budget to choosing contractors and marketing your home. Visit her website for more selling tips, or call (314) 574-3030 now to speak with one of the area’s top agents. For updates from the local real estate agent, follow her Facebook page.