A lot of factors lead up to the decision to sell your home. In your first appointment with the realtor, it\u2019s likely there is a discussion about paint. It\u2019s one of the more recommended upgrades before putting a home on the market. It can be an effective and inexpensive way to bring more money to you at the closing table. Here are recommendations from realtors on house painting options to sell.<\/p>\n
Should I Paint My House Before Listing?<\/strong><\/p>\n There is no hard and true answer here. Many homes could benefit from at least touch ups before the first showing. It\u2019s important for your home to look like anyone could live in it, and give a fresh and clean feel. Painting can also give you a chance to fix troublesome stains or lingering dings in the walls. A quick additional paint job makes the whole house look cared for and pristine for potential buyers.<\/p>\n It\u2019s no secret that particular colors will sell homes quicker. White reigned supreme for quite a few years but recent feedback is that white feels cold and stark. Instead, move into a palette of neutrals like beige, lavender or gray. They are neutral enough for the new owners to picture themselves in it while feeling inviting and warm.<\/p>\n White kitchens are near impossible to keep clean. In theory, they are pristine and clean. More likely, they have splatters, crumbs and messes. Instead of white, try a gray-blue for the walls. It reads clean, but will easily hide more messes. In addition, Zillow reports that kitchens in this color could nab almost $2,000 more at closings.<\/p>\n Another way to update the kitchen without purchasing new cabinets is through paint. This is particularly effective if the cabinets are dinged up or out of date. Reports say the most often used colors are navy or red. With these choices, houses are reported to sell faster.<\/p>\n Grab some light blue paint and take to the bathroom. It\u2019s a small room making it manageable to paint. The whole room will look fresher giving you more power in the asking. Nautical is on trend and easily incorporated. Add some gold, red and white for a stylish but easy bathroom. You could get over $5,000 than your asking price.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t be blue about your bedroom, choose cerulean! This off blue in soft and matte finish gets big bucks when you close. Pair it with white trim and natural wood for a zen-like bedroom that reads as a spa retreat. You\u2019ll get another $1,856.<\/p>\n Great rooms and living rooms should have enough color to not be bare, but as little as possible. You want the new owners to envision their furniture and family in the setting, so don\u2019t turn them off with vivid colors. Try greige, the newest kid on the block in the neutral family. It gives you a trendy room without a lot of jarring color. It\u2019s effortless and cozy. Mix it with a deeper version of the color for accents and you\u2019ll be showing a stylish living room that\u2019s worth $2,000 more.<\/p>\n Blue gray dining rooms are all the rage, and worth big money. Slate is a warm blue color that pairs perfectly with crisp white for a formal but inviting look. It will bring an estimated $2,000 more on your asking price.<\/p>\n Curb appeal is very important in a stiff market. That being said, an exterior paint job can be fairly costly and time-intensive. You\u2019ll want to discuss this option with your realtor to determine if the price warrants the costs and time. The most popular color right now is brown-gray or greige. Homes with this color exterior are generally netting and additional $3,496. That price could easily be eaten by the cost of painting, so weigh this option carefully.<\/p>\n More than likely, upon listing your home you will be looking at some portion of it being painted. The most popular colors are barely there blues, grays and beiges. Work with your realtor and a color consultant to go over the financial benefits and costs of taking on these projects. If you need help with the painting, we\u2019re here for you! Schedule a free, in-home estimate<\/a> today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" A lot of factors lead up to the decision to sell your home. 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Kitchens<\/h2>\n
Bathrooms<\/h2>\n
Bedrooms<\/h2>\n
Living Rooms<\/h2>\n
Dining Rooms<\/h2>\n
Exterior House Colors<\/h2>\n
The Results Are In: Paint Increases Your Home’s Value<\/h2>\n