"Must have" upgrades : Rooftop Views

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"Must have" upgrades

It’s a simple formula: upgrades = sold. For a home to sell quickly and for the price desired, it must be “finished” with as many structural and interior design upgrades as possible-and nothing’s too small to leverage in establishing a home’s price point.

From crown molding to faux painting to door handles and cabinet handles/knobs with modern finishes, to more obvious upgrades such as appliances, window, counter, cabinet and floor treatments, to swimming pools and surround sound wiring-any functional or beautification enhancement to a home are considerations in establishing its true value and strategic sale price.

Consider these property value-enhancing upgrade ideas from Robert Jenson, CEO of luxury Las Vegas real estate purveyor The Jenson Group:

–Commercial grade appliances such as Viking or Wolf in a kitchen, along with dual appliances such as ovens, dishwashers, refrigerators and freezers, add greatly to resale value and are always a desirable upgrade.

–The “outdoor living room” concept is extremely popular right now. Whether a palapa, gazebo or other covered section, an outdoor furnished lounge area complete with wiring for lighting, fans, TV and surround sound, fire pit/fire place, and built in BBQ grill will add tremendous appeal - water features will take this asset to the next level.

–Other custom upgrades and finishing such as front entry (or panty) doors with decorative glass inlays, decorative wrought iron stairway balusters, and faux painting treatments will readily set a home apart from the pack…particularly a track home in a master planned community.

–Fixtures should be considered even beyond the kitchen and bath. Door handles, for example, with modern finishes such as brushed nickel, are a great way to add custom appeal to an interior.

–Granite countertops need not be reserved for the kitchen. Master bathrooms in particular, if not all baths in the house, should utilize some kind of stone counter - marble, granite, travertine, etc. - for a particularly notable enhancement that is sure to differentiate a home from others on the market.