Danville, California, sits in the San Ramon Valley about 30 miles from San Francisco but can feel like your hometown. To the west is the Las Trampas Ridge with the Diablo Range in the east, in full view of Mount Diablo.
HOME IMPROVEMENTS HELP SELL
Home Improvements that can help you sell your home should be fairly simple, smart, and affordable. Most buyers look for move-in-ready, or at least minimal improvements with lower cost values.
The first step to preparing...
There is a difference between clutter and just plain messy. So, assuming you cleaned up any messes in each room of your home, now step back and look at the problems areas where clutter can accumulate.
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Kitchen
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Bathrooms
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Bedrooms
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Entry Way
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Laundry Room
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Garage
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Closets
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Countertops
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Curio cabinets
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Wall décor and shelving
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Bookshelves
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Collections
Decluttering is important because you want to make your home to show to potential buyers that it is roomy, has plenty of storage, and there’s a place for everything
How can Smart Home Technology help you sell your home? Of course, millennials and Gen Ys are the largest groups wanting a home with technology that keeps them secure and connected, but they aren’t the only ones. Even Baby Boomers are looking for more convenience in their lives.
Connecting devices to your smart phone can save energy, money, and time. There are four categories of smart devices:
1. Utilities - Thermostat, light bulbs, sprinkler, electrical outlet, ceiling fan, stove, washer and dryer, powered window shades, etc.
2. Safety - Wireless key entry, doorbell, garage door, outdoor lighting, etc.
3. Security - Burglar alarm, smoke alarm, carbon monoxide detector, or any sensor that triggers a call for emergency assistance.
4. Audio / Visual - Personal assistant such as Alexa or Siri, TVs, music, etc.
With today’s technology available to consumers, it can be pretty easy to get started. Setting your home up with Smart Home devices can be a great marketing tool, and make your home stand out, without too much out of pocket.
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