Whether you are selling your property or refinancing it, you will need a fresh appraisal to evaluate your property based on current market fluctuations and your property condition. Here are some tips that will help your property to be appraised at a higher value.
PLUGS & ELECTRICALS
Safety is the most important aspect of anything in life. Having all the electrical outlets and switches installed properly by a licensed electrician is a must and anything other than that is a failure and not acceptable.
EXTERIOR
A beautiful and clean front yard, backyard and building will add to the value of the property. Make sure your have a solid intact roofing and filtration and drainage system. If you can fix something easily go ahead and fix it, a damaged area can effect the value.
INTERIOR
Hardwoods, lights, kitchen, cabinets, and anything else that you can see in your property can add or reduce the value of your place depending on its condition.
SMART SYSTEMS
Smart homes and smart security systems add a good value to your property, Smart homes are often energy efficient which means more money in owners pockets and more environmental friendly in terms of burning energy.
WINTER TIME
There is not much to show off in winter time outside the property. However having a cleaned up driveway and pathways will help with the whole appraising process.
ODOR
Try to get rid of any unpleasant smell and odor inside your property. Try baking a cake shortly prior tp appraisal arrival at the site.