Ways to Sell Your Home

Nate Berkus's Top 10 Ways to Sell Your Home

By Nate Berkus

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Having trouble selling your house? Nate Berkus says adding personality and making budget-friendly improvements will start a bidding war in no time!

How to Make Your House Look Its Best

Send extra clutter to self storage.
Add a personal touch to your home by displaying family photos.
Make small repairs, otherwise buyers may think there are bigger problems they can't see.
Update cabinets with fresh paint and new hardware.
Don't push all your furniture against the walls—it doesn't make a room look bigger.
Upgrade using inexpensive, high-quality materials.
Paint walls a warm, inviting color.
Replace your carpet. It's an easy, inexpensive upgrade.
Fresh flowers and scented candles add ambiance.
Upgrade appliances in your kitchen—it'll add overall value to your home.

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