The Real Estate Book-Shreveport/Bossier City, LA

6. Add Curb Appeal
The curb appeal of the home is everything.
It does not matter how great the inside
looks if the outside is in shambles. Clean
up any dead plants and add some new
ones. Be sure to pick flowers and shrubs
that bloom at different times. This will
allow you to have color year-round. Add
some shutters and a fresh coat of paint to
the porch. Use decorative numbers to display
the address. Finally, replace the mailbox
if necessary.
7. Repaint Ceilings
Ceilings are often overlooked. They are
usually white and any color is reserved for
the walls. However, people do not realize
how dirty these ceilings can be. A fresh
coat of paint on the ceiling can really enhance
the whole room. The walls are not
the only thing that needs to be painted.
8. Upgrade the Exterior
Façade
The biggest impact you can have on the
outside of a home is to replace or paint
siding. If you have it in the budget, you
can add brick and stone accents. Most fixer
upper homes have chipping paint and
worn out siding. Splurge for some nice
siding or paint a great color to update the
home’s look.
9. Replace the Windows
New windows are expensive, but they are
important. If you have old windows in your
home, you need to spend the money to upgrade
them. Windows are great for keeping
the elements at bay. You will save yourself
money in the long run by sealing off drafty
openings.
10. Update the Heating &
Cooling Unit
To help the process of heating and cooling
a home, you need to make sure the home
has an updated HVAC unit. The air filters
are just as important as the unit. Filters
with a rating of Merv 11 have "astro pleating"
to help ensure no dirt or dust gets into
your system. Extend the livelihood of your
unit by selecting quality air filters.
Editor's Note: This was originally published on RISMedia's blog, Housecall.