If you’re getting ready to sell your home, your real estate agent will talk to you about making it as appealing as possible to prospective buyers. For most people, that means cleaning everything until it shines, sprucing up minor details and making a few small upgrades. Though every home is different, this guide outlines seven luxury touches that could help you sell your home faster and for more money.
7 Luxury Touches That Can Help You Sell Your Home Fast
When it comes to purchasing decisions, marketing experts know that people want what they perceive as “luxury.” Fortunately, you can create an upscale atmosphere that makes your home appear more luxurious than the dozens of others buyers find – and you don’t have to make a huge dent in your bank account to do it. Check out these small luxury touches that can impress buyers and encourage them to make an offer on your home:
- Pull-out shelving in deep cabinets
- Elegant place settings on your dining table
- Accoutrements for entertaining in your outdoor living space
- Spa candles and rolled towels in the primary bathroom
- Modern light fixtures
- Carefully selected art in each room
- Ultra-plush bedding in each bedroom
Here’s a closer look at each.
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Luxury Touch #1: Pull-Out Shelving in Deep Cabinets
The kitchen is one of the first places buyers spend time when touring a home, so you need to make this space count. In addition to cleaning out and organizing your pantry and cabinets, consider adding some simple luxury touches like pull-out shelving. This small change can make a big difference in how functional and appealing your kitchen appears to buyers.
Luxury Touch #2: Elegant Place Settings on Your Dining Table
When you’re staging your dining room, consider adding a pair of place settings to your table. Make it as elegant – but simple – as possible. Consider using all white dishes or a sleek, modern design. Place an unopened bottle of (nice) wine and a vase of freshly cut flowers on the table, too. With a little bit of effort in this direction, your dining room will appear more luxurious – and that can encourage buyers to envision themselves hosting dinner parties there.
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Luxury Touch #3: Accoutrements for Entertaining in Your Outdoor Living Space
If you have an outdoor living space – like a deck, patio or porch – take some time to stage it so prospective buyers can imagine themselves entertaining or relaxing there. If you have a dining table, set it with cheerful place settings and a few candles; if you have seating, add a cozy new throw blanket and pillows. The idea is to show prospective buyers how they can use the space; their imaginations can take it from there.
Luxury Touch #4: Spa Candles and Rolled Towels in the Primary Bathroom
When buyers tour your home, they’ll likely spend some time in the primary bathroom. This is another space where small upgrades can make a big difference. Consider placing spa candles, rolled towels and other luxury touches in this room to give it an upscale feel. Upgrade your faucets, add molding around your mirror (or backlighting behind it), and invest in a new light fixture if yours is dated. If there’s room for seating, add a small stool or bench; also, consider adding a bamboo or steel tub tray and outfitting it with a hardcover novel, a candle and a wine glass.
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Luxury Touch #5: Modern Light Fixtures
Light fixtures are a seemingly small detail, but they can make a big difference in buyers’ overall perception of your home. If you have old, dated light fixtures, consider upgrading them to something more modern. This change can brighten up any room and give it an instant facelift. Just be sure to keep your new fixtures in proportion to the size of the room; you don’t want them to look out of place. And here’s a pro tip: Head to your favorite home improvement store to see what they have available. You may be surprised at how affordable new fixtures are (and how easy they are to install yourself).
Luxury Touch #6: Carefully Selected Art in Each Room
Don’t head to a gallery and spend thousands on new art – but do choose meaningful pieces that convey a sense of luxury and style. If you currently have family photos on your walls, swap them out for classic (and neutral) pieces. Look for pieces that complement your home’s overall aesthetic and that make each room feel more complete.
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Luxury Touch #7: Ultra-Plush Bedding in Each Bedroom
Make sure each bedroom looks and feels like a luxurious retreat by dressing the beds with ultra-plush bedding. Choose high-thread-count sheets in a neutral color, and add a few pillows in different sizes (and colors or patterns, if you like). Then, top it all off with a cozy comforter or duvet. You want buyers to see your bedrooms as the ultimate relaxation spaces, and having plush bedding helps them do that.
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