The weekend is approaching, your home is asking for a clean and a new identity.  When it comes to real estate in Northern Colorado there are a few basic changes that can help bring life back to your home, think light, bright and special.  Bust out the paint brush, tape, and screwdriver and have some fun improving your home for years to come.

• Color says it all – Take a brush and roller, and transform a room with a single coat of paint. If you intend to sell in the short- to medium-term, then use neutral colors as they make spaces lighter and brighter.  If you are just beginning the tenure in your home, go for a fun and inviting accent wall, or maybe even a whole room.  When it comes to thinking about resale, all it will take is a few more coats of paint to return to a blank canvas for a potential buyer. 

• Brighten up – Swapping out old lighting fixtures can be a simple task if they are a batten fix. If your home is more than ten years old, then your lights are probably due for an update. New lamps around the home will also create a lovely evening ambience. But please, don’t attempt work that should be done by a professional electrician. Some light fittings require an electrician to install so check before you buy. 

• Mirror, Mirror... – Updating your mirrors can transform bathrooms, living areas and even your outdoor entertaining area. Mirrors magnify light and make rooms feel more substantial. If you combine this with your new lighting set up, you’ll be amazed at the improvement.

• What the shelf – Storage is a challenge in most homes. Thankfully, open shelving is back in fashion to help solve this issue. Go to a hardware store and choose from a variety of shelving solutions. A favorite is a floating shelf a useful addition to a bathroom, mudroom and laundry room to keep clutter organized and your whites bright. 

If you start something and get the feeling that more is needed, as your trusted real estate professional, keeping up with the pulse of what potential buyers are looking for may help make your decision as well as understanding the return on investment when looking at the larger picture of our local real estate market. Looking for some additional guidance on these tips, check out the videos below.