• Install an energy-saving smart thermostat (less than $300) that saves on utility bills. • Install solar vents ($500-$700) in the attic space that help expel hot air during the warmer summer.
MAKING A CASE FOR SPACE
When people accumulate abundant possessions, they need space to store them. They also want a way to clear the clutter. According to the National Association of Realtors®, most homebuyers would have preferred improved and more excellent closet space and other storage options. Consider these statistics showing what buyers are looking for in a home:
• 93% wanted a laundry room • 90% wanted a bathroom linen closet • 86% wanted garage storage • 85% wanted a walk-in kitchen pantry
STORAGE IS A PLUS
Give buyers great storage, and you’ve won their hearts. If you can add new closets to your home quickly, do so. Building a simple closet isn’t tricky if you are moderately handy. If you’re selling an older home, where closet space is typically minimal, this will help! If your rooms are already small, you might not want to take any square footage away from them. Existing closets can be updated to maximize the space at hand. If you don’t have the skills or the funds to hire someone to build a new space, consider investing in closet organizers to make the most of your space. For instance:
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