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Most people only list a property for sale once or twice in a lifetime. If you’ve decided to put your house on the market, you need to first prepare for the real estate appraisal. In an hour or less at your home, an appraiser can help determine what to charge a prospective buyer—and how much you stand to gain from the transaction. Here’s how to ensure you get the most for your investment. 

4 Tips for Getting a High Value for Your House

1. Separate the Emotional Value From the Sale 

Your home has sentimental value to you and your family. Remember that door frame where you measured your child’s growth spurts in permanent black marker? To you, it’s proof of the life you’ve enjoyed inside these walls—but to a prospective buyer, it’s an eyesore. Although it might seem harsh, you need to examine your property like an objective stranger and make adjustments accordingly. This may include taking pictures of the markings and then painting them over. 

2. Boost the Curb Appeal

Within moments of their arrival, a prospective buyer will already have an opinion about your property. Make their first impression delightful. Keep your lawn carefully trimmed and the walkway clear. Powerwash your sidewalk, driveway, and vinyl siding. If you have flowerbeds, mulch them and add colorful, seasonally appropriate plants. Clean the windows and your gutters, and touch up the front door, trim, shutters, garage door, and other painted surfaces with a new coat. 

real estate appraisal3. Repaint

A bright, sunny yellow kitchen and floral peel-and-stick border give a room character. But prospective buyers don’t want to see your personality when they view a house—they want to envision themselves living there. Try to think of your property as a blank canvas. Repaint the walls a safe neutral and cover up any blemishes. The kitchen and bathroom are the most important rooms to renovate before listing your property.

4. Seek a Fresh Perspective 

When you see the same house day in and day out, it’s easy to overlook minor issues, like unfinished trim. Ask someone who’s unfamiliar with your home to tour the property and offer their feedback. Address these projects before the official appraisal so you can get the highest valuation on paper.

When you’re ready for a real estate appraisal, contact the professionals at Concept Appraisal Services. Located in Littleton, CO, they serve Douglas, Jefferson, Arapahoe, Park, and Clear Creek counties as well as the entire Denver metropolitan area. To learn more about what items will be included in the appraisal, visit their website. To schedule an appointment, call (303) 506-6254 today.

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