By Veronica Powell, September 26, 2023
TOP 5: HIGHEST ROI PRE LIST PROJECTS
If you’re thinking of prepping your house for a Winter or Spring listing, here are the top 5 improvements to consider, to help you stand out from the competition.
1. PAINT- A fresh coat of the right color will make the biggest impact for a very reasonable investment.
2. KITCHENS & BATHS- Are there any small investments that might make a big impact? (i.e. painting an old vanity, new cabinet knobs, staging etc.) Small updates like these can help these rooms compete with more updated kitchens and baths by showing buyers how good they can look, without an expensive remodel.
3. REPAIRS- If there are repair issues that you know will come up in inspections, best to evaluate whether taking care of those in advance makes sense.
4. LIGHTING-A few well chosen light fixtures can be a great low cost improvement to update any room.
5. MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING- All Buyers want a house that has been well maintained. Making sure that your house presents as such is impactful and well worth the investment.
If you’d like some guidance on where to spend your “Listing Prep Dollars”, I’m happy to help you through this process, along with my team of professionals. Consider it a mini flip with a low price tag and a big return on investment!
Veronica Powell
503.936.3475
Veronica Powell
Principal Broker | Earth Advantage | OR
She/Her
First of all, writing a bio is one of the most awkward things my job requires me to do.
That said, what comes naturally to me is working with my clients to determine their goals and help them accomplish those goals. We all know what a crazy market this is, which makes it even more important than ever to have an experienced, knowledgeable agent representing you. I am confident that I can help you navigate these waters successfully and actually, maybe even have a laugh or two in process.
My Neighborhoods
I’m a Portland native and have a true appreciation for all that our city has to offer. The Eastside boasts the funky, hip, Alberta Arts district, the sophistication of Historic Irvington and the charm of Alameda. The Westside offers the Mid-Century gems of Hillsdale and Healy Heights, the neighborhood pools of Bridlemile and the stately colonials of Portland Heights. These are just a few of my favorite neighborhoods that make my job truly enjoyable. With so much to offer architecturally, pared with the strong sense of community in each, the toughest part will be deciding which neighborhood makes you happy, because isn’t that what a home is all about?
As Your Buyer’s Agent
Many buyers think that finding a home for them is the biggest part of my job. Finding homes is the easy part. In reality, where my experience and knowledge benefits my clients is in guiding them towards a solid investment and a smooth transaction. I focus not only on what your criteria are but also consider that this may very well be the largest investment you make. In the end, I find that my clients always end up with the house that not only feels like home but a house they feel good about purchasing.
As Your List Agent
When it comes to listing your home, my goal is to make your home as marketable as possible. One of my strengths is to help you prepare your home for the market so that it will appeal to the broadest audience of buyers. Staging and professional photos are just the beginning. I’m passionate about making sure your property gets as much online exposure as possible. By this time your home is looking amazing so let’s make sure everyone sees it! When it comes to pricing, I prefer the “show, don’t tell” approach. I think it’s critical that we are all on the same page about pricing from the very beginning. However, where my job really begins is negotiating on your behalf and assuring that your transaction goes as smoothly as possible.
I would be happy to meet with you to discuss my approach to real estate in more detail. More importantly, I would much rather hear about you and your real estate goals. Let’s meet for coffee, chat, maybe see a dream house and determine if we are a good fit for each other. It’s much less formal and a lot more fun that writing (or reading) this bio.
Veronica Powell
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Veronica Powell
Principal Broker | Earth Advantage | OR
She/Her