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The combination of highermortgage ratesand increased housing prices kept many potential buyers out of the market.

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If the goal is to sell by the spring, consider making certain investments right now.

Heres what to spend money on now tosell your home by springtime this year.

One of my recent sellers invested $2,500 in new sod, flowering plants and fresh mulch.

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Freshly painted spaces convey cleanliness and move-in readiness.

tune up your Kitchen

The experts agreed that kitchens are a focal point for buyers.

Those types of tweaks helped them sell their home for $30,000 over similar properties in their neighborhood.

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The amount you spend will depend on your system and what kind of work needs to be done.

These simple repairs could prevent issues during an inspection that could hurt the sale.

Home Staging

Another wise investment is in staging and decluttering.

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Raney noted, When youre truly ready to sell, investing in professional staging is non-negotiable.

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