Today, I will walk you through 10 budget friendly ways to net top dollar for your home without breaking the bank. I am Jodi Bakst with Real Estate Experts and a Zillow Showcase Listing Agent. I am going to share with you real numbers directly from Zillow that what buyers are looking for when searching for homes online.

#1 Window Boxes

Installing a window box is a great way to add color and curb appeal to your house. Homes with window boxes get 48% more saves and 52% more shares PER DAY on Zillow.

#2 Open Shelving

Open shelving adds a modern element to your kitchen and living spaces.

#3 Paint Your Brick

Painting your brick a modern color can absolutely add curb appeal. Zillow has found that homes with painted brick get 31% more saves and 39% more shares PER Day.

#4 Add Vintage Touches

Adding charm and architectural interest with things like vintage lighting. These touches are increasing saves by 28% and Shares by 31% PER Day on Zillow.

#5 Outdoor TVs

As more people are enjoying their outdoor living spaces outdoor TVs are becoming increasingly popular. Homes with outdoor TVs are getting 28% more saves and 26% more shares PER DAY on Zillow.

#6 Picket Fences

These remain a symbol of the American Dream. Homes with white picket fences get 27% more saves and 31% more shares PER DAY on Zillow.

#7 Build a Pergola

Pergolas, attached or free standing, are low-cost ways to beat the heat and add charm to your backyard. They contribute 20% more saves and 24% more shares PER DAY on Zillow.

#8 Fire Pits

This is another low-cost improvement that yields great results. Firepits yield 19% more saves and 23% more shares PER DAY on Zillow.

#9 Outdoor Sound System

Outdoor Sound Systems do not have to break the bank and these are getting 18% more saves and 19% more shares PER DAY on Zillow.

#10 Smart Lighting

Buyers really like the new app-controlled lighting options available today. Smart lighting in homes yields 18% more saves and 23% more shares PER DAY on Zillow.

I know I am throwing a lot of numbers at you but there is one more thing that can make a difference in selling your home faster and for more money.

Zillow Showcase Listings are more likely to go under contract in the first 14 days and they sell for 2% more.

The only way to have a showcase listing is to work with a Showcase Listing Agent. I am a showcase agent. If you want to learn more about this and get an expert valuation of your home, contact me at [email protected].