With the slowing real estate market more and more people are investing in real estate. It’s a great idea but once you own the property you have to renovate it for rental or living in it.  Are you overwhelmed with the renovations? Will your tenants treat your property with respect? You can never know that but what you do know is to keep the property in easy to maintain condition.

One of my recent clients is a real estate investor. She recently had her tenants leave her rental property in a disastrous condition , there are no laws to protect the landlords. She renovated the property but unfortunately did not do the things that make a difference. At a time like this it is crucial to hire a professional to upgrade the property whether you want to rent it again or sell it, the professionals know what adds value to a property.

Here are some key selling points:

1.     Main door should be repainted or cleaned as this gives the first impression.
2.     Replace the broadloom with hardwood/laminate floors
3.     Repair all closet doors ensure that they are functional
4.     In the kitchen, all doorknobs or pulls are clean and intact.
5.     Paint the kitchen cabinets instead of changing them, it’s more cost efficient and give a new look.
6.     Bathroom has no mildew or watermarks, renew the silicone around the tub and sink.  Vanity, sink and tiles upgraded.
7.     Blinds to be cleaned and any damages fixed.
8.     Endure the garage is clutter free paint the walls to make an impressions
9.     Laundry room should not be dingy, fix the lighting in the laundry room to give a fresh crisp look. New laminate flooring and fresh paint works wonders
10.   Furnish a vacant home for the homeowners to imagine themselves living in it.