Part 2: Painting and Carpeting

When it comes to selling your home a few small things can go a long way. These small fixer up items are only a small cost; but can help your home stand out among the sea of houses on the market. When it comes to selling your home you are entering a competition with other homes on the market. Whether you're selling a home in Durham or Raleigh make sure you take a look at these helpful hints to make sure your home sells for top dollar.

A fresh coat of paint will make a room look new and clean and new carpets will make it shine that much more. Be sure to pick a paint color that is neutral as that will appeal to the most people. I have seen many buyers walk into a home with rooms painted the seller's favorite color and just walk out because they hated it! Buyers also will always look down at the floor when they walk into a room. So be sure that the carpets are clean, and if they are worn, consider getting them replaced. Worn or dirty carpets and badly painted or dirty walls will make a buyer think that there are other issues with your home even if there is not.