The biggest draw to selling your home is the spring is that you’ll see an uptick in activity and showings. That's why statistically, homes listed in the spring and summer tend to sell quicker and for more money. Here we’ll give you a run down of 10 things you can do to make the most of selling your home this spring.

1.     Interior paint - A loud or bright-colored room can turn off a homebuyer, even though there is nothing physically wrong with the room. A good way to keep your house inviting to a Buyer is by choosing a soft, earth tone paint color that is less distracting. While you’re at it, go ahead and touch up the trim and baseboards throughout the house.

2.     Declutter - Go through the house and pack away out-of-season clothes, and personal items such as family portraits, trophies, and more. This will encourage a Buyer to walk through your home and envision their own personal items. Also, consider removing and packing away certain pieces of furniture that take up space.

3.     Spruce up the kitchen - Consider giving outdated cabinets a new look with a brighter color. White cabinets with fresh new hardware is a budget friendly overhaul but can be a time-consuming task. However, it can give your kitchen a whole new look.

4.     Floors - Depending on the condition of the flooring in the house you will want to evaluate and determine if any of the carpet needs to be replaced or at least professionally cleaned. If you have hardwood floors you may also want to consider hiring a local company to come out and refinish the hardwood floors to bring them back to life and make new again.

5.     Window treatments - Upgrading the window coverings throughout the house is one tip that you may want to consider when thinking about selling your home this spring. Also, be sure to always have the blinds open before every showing to allow as much natural sunlight into the home.

6.     Exterior paint - Freshening up the exterior of your home can make a great first impression. Touching up any faded or chipping paint around windows and trim on the outside of your home can help make your home stand out.

7.     Clean windows - Your windows throughout the house can gather a lot of dirt and pollen over the years. Even if your windows don't necessarily need to be replaced, a good thorough cleaning on the inside and outside can make a huge difference.

8.     Seal the driveway - With a freshly landscaped property added with a newly sealed driveway - your home can now drastically stand out from the rest of the competition. Get rid of those old oil stains and make that faded driveway look brand new again.

9.     Landscaping - spending extra time and money on landscaping around the outside of your home is a project you do not want to ignore. When selling your house in the spring, a professionally landscaped design around your home can help you obtain a larger sale price, offsetting the cost that was initially spent.

10.  Stain the deck - Try properly cleaning your old deck, replacing any damaged deck boards, and applying a fresh coat of stain to drastically improve the look.

If you’re planning on selling your home this year, spring is a great time to do it. How much can you get for your property? Contact Metrowest today and find out!