{"id":656,"date":"2020-02-03T10:12:02","date_gmt":"2020-02-03T10:12:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fastsalehomes.co.uk\/blog\/?p=656"},"modified":"2020-02-03T10:12:03","modified_gmt":"2020-02-03T10:12:03","slug":"unusual-ways-to-add-value-to-your-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fastsalehomes.co.uk\/blog\/unusual-ways-to-add-value-to-your-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Unusual ways to add value to your home"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Whether you are planning to sell your house now or want to\ninvest for a potential future sale, it is good idea to make your house as\nvaluable as possible. We all know of the most common ways to add value to your house,\nbut what about the unusual tips and tricks that will help make you stand out on\nthe market? Here are some strange but easy ways to add value to your property. But\nfirst, let\u2019s take a few step backwards and look at the unusual things that make\na house valuable to help you choose wisely before you buy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What can add value to a property?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"510\" height=\"340\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fastsalehomes.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/adding-value-to-property.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-657\"\/><figcaption><em>Credit: Tinnakorn jorruang\/Shutterstock<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Rights to fish<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If a property is located next to a river, it\u2019s very likely to be more valuable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Upmarket brands in the area<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The \u201c<em>Waitrose effect\u201d<\/em> is a well-known phenomenon.\nOther upmarket brands will also help to add value to your property if it\u2019s located nearby,\nsuch as Marks and Spencer or HOB salons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>A good pub<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savills.co.uk\/blog\/article\/277752\/residential-property\/is-it-a-good-idea-to-buy-a-home-near-a-pub.aspx\">According\nto a national survey<\/a>, up to a third of buyers would check to see if their\nchosen property is near a good pub before making an offer. Therefore, this is\nsomething to consider when buying a property in future, as this can help to add value to your home in\nthe long-run. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>A popular sports venues <\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Big sporting venues will inevitably make your property much more valuable. Whether\nit be the home of England rugby, Twickenham Stadium, popular tennis venue Wimbledon\nor even Tottenham Hotspur\u2019s brand-new \u00a31 billion football stadium, each can add\ninterest to your home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Hill houses<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s be honest, who doesn\u2019t like a hill view? Properties\nthat have \u2018hill\u2019 in their name are worth almost twice as much as those who\ndon\u2019t, says a survey done by Zoopla. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Close to farmers\u2019 market<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>People love buying fresh produce, especially with the rise\nof Veganism in the UK. As a result, if there is a farmers\u2019 market nearby,\nchances are properties will be more expensive &#8211; \u00a387,000 in fact, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.primelocation.com\/discover\/property-news\/farmers-market-effect-on-house-prices-zoopla\/\">according\nto research<\/a>. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Celebrity factor<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If a celebrity has lived in a house \u2013 whether it\u2019s a\nmusician, politician, actor or singer \u2013 &nbsp;your\nhome will adorn a prestigious blue plaque. This small sign has the potential to\nboost house prices significantly and make your property more valuable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How improve your property and add value\nto your home<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"510\" height=\"372\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fastsalehomes.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/add-value-to-home.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-658\"\/><figcaption><em>Credit: Breadmaker\/Shutterstock<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that we know what to look for before we buy, it\u2019s time\nto do some research on how you can improve your property\u2019s curb appeal to make\nit more attractive to potential buyers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Smart technology<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Technology is constantly evolving, as a result your house\nshould keep up with it as much as possible to make your home as appealing as\npossible. Installing new tech will not only make your life considerably easier,\nit also has the ability to add value to your property too. Consider installing\nvoice activated lights, adding security cameras or being able to control your heating\nthrough an app on your phone. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Trim your trees<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>One unusual way of making your property more valuable is to keep the trees\non and surrounding your property tidy. This shows potential buyers that the\nstreet is well-kept and adds to the overall value of the property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Get rid of the carpet<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Today carpets are becoming a thing of the past. Getting rid\nof the carpet is a quirky and easy modification that will add substantial value to your\nhome \u2013 especially when replaced with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.express.co.uk\/life-style\/property\/782401\/selling-your-house-type-of-flooring\">stylish\nwooden floorboards<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Add attic insulation <\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>April Palomino, a Florida based realtor from Coldwell Banker\nResidential Real Estate, says that you can see a 108% to 115% return on\ninvestment if you decide to add attic insulation. Nobody likes to feel a draught\nin their home whilst trying to relax or sleep. As a result, adding an attic\ninsulation will save you the pain whilst adding substantial value to your house. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Choose colours wisely<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Colour plays an important role in the world we live in, so\nmuch so it can sway thinking, change actions, and cause reactions. Therefore,\npay careful attention to your property\u2019s colour scheme. Good colour schemes and\npatterns can make a place look more spacious which can help to add value to your home! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Steel entry doors<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Whilst looking clean and sleek from the outside, steel entry\ndoors will help to increase the security of your home. This will make it more\nappealing to potential buyers and will add to the value of the property. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Exterior lighting <\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing the right kind of lighting for the exterior of your\nhome can make your property\nincrease in value. After all, a well-lit exterior not only invites\nbuyers, it also discourages burglars \u2013 a win-win.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recessed light fittings, such as spotlights, will also make your house look nicer, brighter and more expensive. In addition, add value to your home by replacing old light switches and plug sockets with subtle covers to suit your interior design. Remember, the devil is in the details. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Feature image credit: Rawpizel.com<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you are planning to sell your house now or want to invest for a potential future sale, it is good idea to make your house as valuable as possible. We all know of the most common ways to add value to your house, but what about the unusual tips and tricks that will help make you stand out on the market? Here are some strange but easy ways to add value to your property. 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