Clean Homes Sell!
In a survey published in Money Magazine, 2,000 realtors were asked which pre-sale improvement gives the best return based on sale price. Window cleaning was number one! An investment of one to three hundred dollars can yeild a return of thousands.
Project | Typical Cost | Return on Investment |
Lighten and brighten home, wash windows | $86 to $100 | 768% |
Clean and de-clutter | $305 to $339 | 594 |
Landscape and trim front yard and backyard | $432 to $506 | 266 |
Repair electrical and plumbing problems | $338 to $381 | 196 |
Spruce up decor, including flowers | $812 to $1,089 | 169 |
Update kitchen and bathroom | $1,546 to $2,120 | 138 |