Here are some tips to increase the value of your property if you’re wanting to make a minimum investment for a maximum return:

1. Have a neatly mowed lawn and a tidy site. Give it the appearance of being low maintenance and productive by planting easy-care fruit/nut trees and shrubs.
If you live in a frost-free area put a money plant at your front door to attract wealth into your home.

2. Have a covered area that provides shade when it’s hot and protection when it’s wet. A space attached to the house that acts as an additional room is a bonus. For example, if you live in a villa the indoor/outdoor area will be the veranda.

3. Within the home we suggest multi-purpose spaces i.e. dual purpose rooms such as a guest room also used for crafts or a spare bedroom that can double as a second entertainment room.

4. An adaptable nook for a computer, meal planning or where children can do homework is useful. Ideally the small desk space would be positioned close to the kitchen, the heart of the home.

5. A window seat providing additional storage and, if correctly placed, giving a warm spot to sit in the sun is a bonus. It also lets in extra light and may allow for expanded views.

6. Consider the ceiling. If it’s dark it closes in the space. Paint it white to reflect light. If you have a ceiling with high trusses make this a feature with the addition of decorative lighting.

When visiting Open Homes to assess other properties make time to talk with the Estate Agent. Being informed will help to keep you ahead.

Thank you,
Betty