Use New Curtains

One of the easiest ways to update your home is to hang new curtains. They provide an elegant look to your space and can create a serene ambiance. Choose a fabric and color that complements your room’s existing decor, and be sure to consider how much light and privacy you need from your curtains.

Create a Gallery Wall

A well-curated gallery wall can be a stunning addition to any room. Displaying your favorite artwork or photographs on one wall can add character and personality to your space. Mix and match frames to create a unique look, and don’t be afraid to play with different sizes and styles.

Declutter Your Pantry

A cluttered pantry can make meal prep feel overwhelming. Take some time to declutter and organize it. Consider adding shelves or baskets to provide more storage solutions, and label everything clearly to make it easier to find what you’re looking for.

Get Attractive New Bedding

Investing in new bedding is one of the easiest ways to transform your bedroom into a cozy and inviting space. Choosing breathable cotton bedding can provide comfort and relaxation, ensuring a good night’s sleep. Consider opting for a duvet and matching throw pillows to create a cohesive look and feel. With personalized options available, you can choose from a wide range of colors and patterns to match your existing decor and add a touch of personality to your space. Upgrading your bedding to breathable cotton, duvet, and throw pillows is a treat that you deserve.

Pick a Statement Piece

Adding a statement piece to your space is an effective way to create a focal point and enhance the overall ambiance of your room. Whether it’s a bold artwork, a unique furniture piece, or an unusual lamp, a statement piece can add character and charm to a space. By strategically placing a statement piece, you can transform an ordinary room into a stunning and inviting space that reflects your style.

Paint Your Front Door

Your home’s exterior is just as important as the interior, and a simple update like painting your front door can make a big impact. Choosing a bold color can add personality and charm while creating a warm and welcoming entrance to your home. With the wide range of colors available, you can find the perfect shade to complement your home’s style and personality.

Make Room For an Outdoor Living Space

Creating an outdoor living space is a perfect way to enjoy the warmer weather and make the most of your backyard. By adding comfortable furniture, a stylish dining set, or a cozy fire pit, you can create a relaxing and inviting atmosphere for yourself and your guests. Whether you’re looking to entertain or simply relax with a book, an outdoor living space is a valuable addition to any home.

Update Your Home Office

An updated home office can help to increase productivity and creativity, especially with more people spending time working from home. Adding ergonomic furniture, natural light, and updated decor can make the space more comfortable and enjoyable. By making these changes, you can cultivate a functional and inspiring workspace that promotes your overall well-being.

Reviving and refreshing your home can be an enjoyable and fulfilling process. Use these tips to boost your home’s energy and give it a new look and feel. Whether you decide to hang new curtains, create a gallery wall, organize your pantry, or update your home office, remember that the most important thing is to make your home feel welcoming and inviting to yourself and others.

Are you planning to sell your home after you update it? Let The Collins Team help you quickly find a buyer. Get in touch by calling (928) 275-1152.

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The COLLINS TEAM are proud to be a part of the 2020 top brokerage by total unit sales (sides) in Flagstaff, Arizona: Realty ONE Group Mountain Desert. With a total of 840.5 sides, the next closest competitor had a respectable but much lower 608, followed by 540.5 and down from there. See the graph above. If you’re buying or selling in Flagstaff, you want the most trusted, experienced and biggest name to get you the biggest dollar amount or best deal in your real estate transaction. Realty ONE Group Mountain Desert is your agency, and The COLLINS TEAM are your agents (we accounted for 165 units on our own in 2020!). Call (928) 275-1152 today and as part of the Top Selling Flagstaff Real Estate Agency, we’ll help you reach your real estate ambitions.

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As we move further into 2021, we’d like to take a moment to look back on last year to congratulate our agents in Flagstaff, Lake Havasu City, Sedona, Kingman and Prescott who helped our clients sell 165 properties in 2020! Just more proof that you win at Realty ONE Group Mountain Desert! Thank you to all of our hard-working agents and to our happy clients. If you’re looking for a home seller agent in pretty much any corner of Northern Arizona, you shouldn’t hesitate to acquire the services of Daniel Collins, Jeff Collins, Shawna Wehner or anyone on The COLLINS TEAM. Ready to make 2021 even BIGGER? Give us a call and let’s get your home selling and buying process underway! (928) 275-1152

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Realtors often advise their clients to avoid making major home renovations and instead concentrate their efforts on small, affordable, cosmetic upgrades that make a positive initial impression on buyers. It’s considered a better use of one’s money because a costly structural improvement may not earn the anticipated return on investment (ROI).

According to a recent survey conducted by a national brokerage consulting company, there’s another way to make impactful improvements without risking coming up short when your home sells. Forty percent of realtors polled said they find that houses featuring smart technology sell at a faster pace and are particularly effective at helping sellers earn their asking price. Consider these smart-home features if you’re looking for improvements that entice buyers.

Smart hub

A smart hub is the nerve center of the home, controlling lights, locks, appliances, thermostats and more. It’s just the kind of improvement designed to attract young homebuyers. And at 36 percent, millennials comprise the largest group of homebuyers, according to the National Association of Realtors. As a generation accustomed to living with technology, millennials find such technological conveniences and efficiency to be quite appealing and preferable to homes that lack such technology. And if you’re on the fence about adding smart tech to your home, consider this: According to HomeAdvisor, smart homes tend to sell for 5 percent more than homes that don’t incorporate any technology.

Electrician

If you choose to incorporate automation technology, seek an electrician who has experience working with smart home automation features. Some lesser aspects of installation can be done DIY (i.e. LED light bulbs), but when it comes to networking an entire system, it’s best to leave it to the professionals, who can handle it efficiently and affordably.

Smart appliances

Smart appliances increase average ROI by more than 10 percent over homes with standard appliances and yield major energy savings. A smart refrigerator, for example, maintains precise temperatures in both the refrigerator and freezer components, while touchscreen controls operate water and ice dispensers (many are also compatible with Amazon Alexa).

Shades

One of the great advantages of integrating smart technology into your home is that it can be done affordably, and one component at a time. Homeowners can save considerably on energy costs with smart shades, which may be operated with Android and Apple devices. And at under $200, it’s an intelligent and cost-efficient addition to any home.

Lighting

Automated lighting is an increasingly popular feature among homeowners these days because they have a high rate of ROI. Buyers like smart lighting because it can save as much as 75 percent over standard lighting (thanks to smart LED bulbs), and because of the ease and convenience with which they can control lighting throughout the home. The energy savings and reduced utility costs are major selling points for prospective buyers.

Smart security

With smart locks, which can be controlled with Bluetooth or WiFi technology, there’s no need to worry about forgetting or losing your house key. It’s also a timesaving technology because locks can be programmed to unlock on arrival and can be programmed to admit specific individuals who need access, such as family members or maintenance workers, meaning no one needs to be home to let them in.

Smart home technology offers a happy medium between impactful home upgrades and simple improvements. Smart home features can significantly increase ROI and appeal to younger buyers who have come to expect the convenience and “cool factor” of technology in many aspects of daily life.

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