How to increase the value of your property in Sheffield and Rotherham

Would you like to know how to increase the value of your property in Sheffield and Rotherham? Read on for my suggestions.

  1. Bathrooms and kitchens

These are the rooms that matter most to buyers. Kitchen and bathroom renovations can be costly or time-consuming. Prospective buyers can be deterred by the price or faff of replacing a bathroom suite or redoing a kitchen. 

According to a recent Magnet poll, 61% of buyers would be willing to spend extra for a home with a fully renovated or updated kitchen.

Remodelling your kitchen need not be very expensive. To give your kitchen a quick and inexpensive makeover, think about painting your cabinets, replacing the worktops and even tiles.

White bathroom suites are typically more popular than coloured ones, but if you can’t afford to replace the suite, painting the bathroom walls will significantly change how the space feels.

  1. Extend or convert

If you have the budget, you can increase both the size of your property and its value by up to 20% by undertaking a loft conversion, a garage conversion or by adding an extension.

Top tip! Check with a local property expert first. It can be easy to over-extend and not end up adding value at all.

  1. Make sure your property is structurally sound

Buyers may try to negotiate a lower price if a surveyor discovers structural issues because they will be responsible for paying to have the issues fixed. Therefore, being sure to address any issues before putting your property on the market will help you to get your asking price or perhaps even more.

  1. Kerb appeal

The adage that first impressions count is true with people and property. Spend some time sprucing up the front of your property. Trim your grass and hedges, weed the paths, and if your front door is beginning to look a little worn and old, think about replacing or repainting it.

  1. Consider your garden as an additional room.

Outdoor space is highly valued by post-pandemic purchasers, consequently smartening up your outdoor space can actually affect your selling price. Outdoor entertaining areas are very appealing to buyers and don’t cost or take much time to create. 

To help potential buyers picture themselves relaxing in your garden, consider creating a welcoming entertaining area with cosy garden furniture and lights. Keep in mind that neat and organised gardens are more appealing to buyers than ones that resemble jungles.

  1. Go green.

Properties that are ecologically friendly and less expensive to run are becoming more and more desirable as energy prices climb. Properties with solar panels, wind turbines, and effective insulation stand out in the current market and fetch higher selling prices.

If you would like more advice on how to add value to your property please do not hesitate to give me a call on 07920 097 175 and I will be delighted to discuss it with you.

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