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10 ways to increase the value of your Atlanta area home

Even if you are looking to sell years down the line, do you ever wonder how you can increase the value of your home now? Maybe you want to take out a home equity line of credit, or perhaps you are considering selling later this year. Whatever the case is, I’ve some ideas for you!

The main thing?

It all comes down to T-I-M-E — and whether you've got a lot or a little of it! ⁣

⁣Clock ticking and you need to increase value ASAP? Zero in on these weekend projects:⁣

  1. Clean, clean, and clean some more.⁣

  2. Give walls a fresh soft, neutral coat of paint.⁣

  3. Landscape with some low-maintenance (but green!) plants.⁣

  4. Power wash your driveway, sidewalks, and home exterior.⁣

  5. Declutter and consider staging.⁣

⁣Time on your side? Chip away at these little by little:⁣

  1. Remove a wall (or two!) to create open living spaces.⁣

  2. Replace carpeted floors with wood or LVP flooring.⁣

  3. Finish your unfinished basement.⁣

  4. Replace your old windows and front door.⁣

  5. Install new kitchen countertops and appliances.⁣

All of these projects are definitely worth your time and will increase the value of your home here in the Atlanta area. And of course, they’ll also make your home more enjoyable to live in! Which is the whole point of our homes, right?


Selling on the brain? The best thing you can do is have a quick consult with a realtor. They can have a look around and let you know exactly what to do to have your home sitting pretty at top dollar. Ready to chat? Hop on my calendar, and I'll be in touch.⁣


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