Planning to list your home this spring? Now is the time to tackle those last-minute repairs and upgrades, so your home will be ready to impress potential buyers. We're not talking about major renovations, but fixing up some basic things around the house can really help shape a buyer's perception of the property. And the good news is, all you need is one weekend to put some sweat equity into your home.

If you're spending your weekends preparing your home for the market in the Corvallis or Albany area, here are some important projects our real estate agents recommend you prioritize:

• Paint The Front Door
  The front door is the center of your home, and one of the first things buyers see both on your listing photos and when viewing your property in person. Therefore, a fresh coat of paint on your front door can give your home a shiny fresh look invites buyers to look inside. Don't forget to clean and sand your door before you paint. 
  
  
• Reapply Caulk In The Bathroom
  Old, dirty, peeling caulking around the top or bathroom sink can be a major turnoff and can give buyers the impression that the room needs work. Worst of all, as water makes its way under old, cracked caulking, it can become a prime location for mold or mildew growth. Go through your bathroom and remove any old caulk, thoroughly clean the area, and reapply a new layer. 
  
  
• Organize Your Garage
  The garage is often a neglected part of the home staging process, but buyers want to see a nice clean space with lots of storage opportunities. Make good use of shelving and wall hooks to neatly organize your tools, hardware, and home care materials. Your garage doesn't need to be perfectly clean, but you should make every attempt to organize it.
  
  
• Spruce Up Your Landscaping
  Spring is almost here, which means you'll want your yard to stand out. Once weather permits, get outside and rake up any remaining leaves, tree branches, or other leftover winter debris. Come April, you can even begin planting your garden.
   
• Add A Tile Backsplash
  A major kitchen renovation is one of the most expensive home investments. If your kitchen is looking a bit dated, adding a new tile backsplash can make a big difference. Tile backsplashes are so versatile, it's easy to try a new color or pattern. They're also fairly easy to install.
  
  
• Install New House Numbers
  Once your home is on the market, you can expect to have a lot of visitors looking for your property. Make it easy for them by adding some new, shiny house numbers next to your front door. Choose colors or designs that match your lighting and front door. 

Preparing your home to sell can be a lot of work, but chipping away at several projects on the weekends can be very manageable. For more tips on selling your property and best practices for getting it ready to list, contact us today.