Sell Your Home Faster By Making These Simple Repairs
LOUISIANA REALTORS • October 18, 2017
Selling your home
is very similar to a job interview. The more successful your first impression is, the more beneficial the outcome can be in the end. And just like you wouldn’t show up late in a wrinkled suit to a job interview, and you wouldn’t want potential buyers to see your house in any state of disrepair. The good news is that there are several simple repairs and preparations
that you can make before your home hits the market. Here are 5 great tips that can help your home sell faster.
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1.) Tighten up: The little things can mean big dollars. Make sure that all of the hardware on your cabinets is tightened. Use a little WD-40 on your door hinges to prevent squeaking. Door knobs and handles should also be tightened, making them easy to open. Also replace older or burnt out light bulbs. This can add some fresh light and prevent the unfortunate event of light switch not responding.
2.) Add a coat: Freshening up the interior and exterior of your home can easily be done with a fresh coat of paint. Walls, trim, and ceilings should be painted with soft, neutral colors. Gray, beige, and other soft colors won’t offend the eye, and make it easier for potential buyers to imagine their own style.
3.) Look up: While replacing a roof can be an expensive endeavor, making small repairs can pay huge dividends. Replace missing shingles, clean out the gutters, and clear out any debris that has accumulated. It will present a well maintained roof and add to the curb appeal of your home.
4.) Wood you rather?: A quick pressure washing session can take years of wear and tear off of your fence, gates, and deck. Louisiana’s wet summers and hot sun can take a toll on these elements of your home, but pressure washing and treating the wood can make them look like new.
5.) Keep your plumbing humming: Toilets, faucets, and plumbing hardware need to be both operating properly and current. Replacing hardware and knobs in the kitchen and bathrooms can be an inexpensive and effective way to update your fixtures. It’s also important to make sure that faucets don’t drip and toilets don’t run. Doing a little routine maintenance can go a long way when showing your home.
Depending on the age and condition of your home, these are only a few tips that can enhance your selling potential. Entrusting the sale of your home to a REALTOR®
is another important step. With resources and experience you can leverage the direct insight of your REALTOR to know exactly where to focus your effort.
Louisiana REALTORS® welcomes SpaceX’s announcement of a more than $100 billion investment to build its largest launch facility in Vermilion Parish, recognizing the historic project as an opportunity to create thousands of jobs while generating significant demand for housing, construction, infrastructure and commercial development across the Acadiana area and Louisiana. According to Louisiana Economic Development, the SpaceX project is expected to create more than 3,000 direct new jobs over the next 10 years, with an average annual salary of $92,600, as well as more than 8,100 indirect jobs. The project is also expected to generate 34,516 construction jobs at peak construction. For Louisiana REALTORS®, the significance of the investment extends beyond the jobs created at the SpaceX campus. Major economic development projects bring new workers, families and businesses to Louisiana, creating demand for homes, rental housing, commercial properties and the infrastructure necessary to support growing communities. “An investment of this magnitude creates opportunities that reach far beyond the project itself,” said Norman Morris, Chief Executive Officer for Louisiana REALTORS®. “Thousands of new jobs mean more families looking for places to live, more businesses needing space and more construction activity to support that growth. Louisiana REALTORS® welcomes this investment because a strong economy and a strong housing market go hand in hand.” The planned SpaceX campus is expected to become the largest spaceport in the world, with capacity to support thousands of launches annually. At full buildout, the site is expected to include five launch complexes with two launch pads each, propellant facilities, power generation, vehicle processing and residential housing for employees and their families. Construction is expected to begin in 2027, with initial operations targeted for 2030. The construction component alone represents a significant opportunity for Louisiana's workforce and businesses. LED estimates that the project could support more than 34,000 construction jobs at peak construction, while SpaceX has joined Source Louisiana to provide Louisiana suppliers, contractors and service providers with a pathway to compete for project-related opportunities. “Louisiana has an opportunity to make sure this historic investment translates into lasting opportunities for Louisiana families and businesses,” Morris said. “That includes having enough housing available for the people coming to work here and creating an environment where builders, developers, contractors and real estate professionals can help meet the needs of growing communities.” Louisiana REALTORS® supports continued efforts to prepare Louisiana communities for the growth associated with major economic development investments. Ensuring adequate housing supply, encouraging responsible construction and development and maintaining infrastructure are essential to making Louisiana an attractive place for businesses, workers and families. SpaceX’s investment adds to a historic period of economic development in Louisiana and further establishes the state as a destination for advanced industries, manufacturing, technology and aerospace. LED describes the project as positioning Louisiana as a global hub for next-generation aerospace and a new center of private spaceflight activity. “Louisiana REALTORS® is excited to see what this investment can mean for the future of our state,” Morris said. “When Louisiana wins major economic development projects, our communities have the opportunity to grow with them. We want to see that growth supported by quality housing, strong communities and opportunities for Louisiana businesses.” Louisiana REALTORS® welcomes SpaceX to Louisiana and looks forward to the opportunities this transformational investment can create for Vermilion Parish, Acadiana and communities across the state. Enjoy the video below from the Louisiana Department of Economic Development .
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