Simple and affordable do-it-yourself projects can increase a home’s resale value. Here are the home improvement projects that give sellers the biggest return for their buck:

1. Cleaning and decluttering: Remove any personal items, unclutter countertops, organize closets and shelves and make the home sparkling clean.

2. Brightening: Clean all windows inside and out, replace old curtains, update lighting fixtures and remove anything that blocks light from the windows.

3. Smart staging: Rearrange furniture, bring in new accessories and furnishings to enhance rooms, incorporate artwork, and play soft music in the background.

4. Landscape enhancements: Spruce up the home’s curb appeal in the front and back yards by adding natural mulch, bushes and flowers and ensuring current plants and grass are well-cared for and manicured.

5. Repairing electrical or plumbing: Fix leaks under the sinks, remove any mildew stains, and ensure all plumbing is in good working condition. Update the home’s electrical with new wiring for modern appliances, fix any lights or outlets that don’t work and replace old plug points with new safety fixtures.

6. Replacing or shampooing dirty carpets: Steam-clean carpets, replace any worn carpets and repair any floor creaks.

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Source: Realtor Magazine & HomeGain