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I was recently asked this question on Realtor.com

By: Karen Crystal

“I’m preparing to sell my house and have decided to change the shutter, front door, and garage color. The house is a pale yellow Cape Cod with white trim. Do I trust the Realtor’s instincts or go with my more traditional perspective?”

I answered my stating: “My opinion is that it is best to go with the tradition of the architectural style of a home. If the style is Cape Cod, then look at photographs in home design magazines and match the paint colors and palette that works with that particular style home.

I also recommend not getting too many opinions. Just trust your instincts.”

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Ask a Realtor

By: Karen Crystal

I was asked the following on ask a REALTOR:

“I would like to sell my home in the next 5 to 7 years as I know my current home is not my ideal for the long term, but will suit me just fine in the short term. Since I would like to sell at some point, does it make sense to do any home improvements?”

I responded by saying:

The first one is curb appeal. Curb appeal is a powerful selling tool, and you don’t need to create the Versailles Gardens. Simply mow the lawn, plant some pretty flowers, replace the mailbox, and perhaps paint the front door. If you spend about $1,000 on this, you will get this money back for sure.

I believe you should focus on smaller, more visible upgrades inside your kitchen (second hot button), such as installing new granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances. Keep your costs down and use a few high-end materials to make your kitchen look fresh.

To answer your “recoup” question: While the amount you recoup may not be as high as it once was, projects like these will help you sell your home faster and for a better price than a home that isn’t renovated.”

Read the rest of my response at Realtor.com