If you are preparing to sell your Rancho Mirage property or a home in another one of the desert cities, you may be wondering if you should paint the house to make it more appealing to prospective buyers. Most homes can benefit from a fresh coat of paint and it can be one of the most inexpensive upgrades you can make to boost your curb appeal.
If you are debating whether or not to paint, walk across the street and take a look at your home. Does it look faded or dirty? If so, you should make the investment, as a fresh coat of paint spruces up the appearance of a house quickly and dramatically, resulting in a great first impression on potential buyers. Read on for a few tips for making the most of a new paint job so you can improve your chances to sell your Rancho Mirage property or home in another part of the Coachella Valley.
1. Go neutral. Make sure to choose a neutral palette that blends well with the neighborhood. Avoid colors that are garish or too vivid; stick with hues like white, ivory, cream and beige that allow prospective buyers to see the property as a blank canvas that doesn’t clash with their own furniture and belongings. Also consider the style of your house when choosing a color. Keep in mind that lighter colors will amplify light and space, to make the house appear larger.
2. Don’t forget the door. While brightly colored doors are popular and often chosen by designers, if a buyer doesn’t like the color, it could turn them off from the property as a whole. Again, go neutral and take into account colors that the other homes in your community use.
3. Hit the trim. Make sure to paint the exterior trim—if it’s peeling or fading, it will give the overall feeling that the property wasn’t maintained well. On the flip side, freshly painted trim will give the entire house a revamped appearance.
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