High-impact upgrades for maximum return

Winter is the perfect time to prepare your home for the busy spring real estate market.

By starting now, you can address repairs, improve curb appeal, and stage your home to perfection, making it stand out to potential buyers.

Don't wait until spring to begin, contact us today for expert advice and support in making your home market-ready.

High-impact upgrades for maximum return

Paint is your best friend
Painting is a top home improvement investment. Don’t just paint walls; also treat cupboards, doors, and even update bathrooms for a modern touch.

Replace old handles
Upgrading handles is often overlooked but can significantly enhance your home’s appearance. For under $100, you can replace kitchen handles using a tape measure, screwdriver, and an hour’s work. It’s a small change, but you’ll notice it every time you open a cupboard.

Replace tapware
For a fraction of the price of a full renovation, you can subtly lift the look of a whole room by replacing dated taps in the kitchen and bathroom with more modern options – think contemporary matte black or brushed brass.

Up your storage game
Remove clutter and free up your life spaces. A simple trip to IKEA or Bunnings will help you find built-in storage heaven with plenty of modern and affordable storage systems that you can DIY.

Brighten up with lighting
Built-in lighting requires professional installation, but affordable battery-operated options are DIY-friendly.
To make a real impact, think about pendant lighting over dining and kitchen areas, LED downlights in living spaces, and directional lighting in the bathroom.
This upgrade, costing just a few hundred dollars, improves visibility and proves its value over time.

Reconsider your old benchtop
Don’t delay your dream kitchen. Replacing old kitchen or bathroom benchtops, especially dated laminate ones, can transform the room’s look and feel. Quality stone is vital, as cheaper options may stain. Alternatively, you can refresh existing benchtops with paint (e.g. Dulux Renovation Range) or hire a professional.

Keep an eye on your window treatments
Small changes can transform a space: elevate curtains to create a sense of higher ceilings. A curtain kit under $100 can make the room feel airier. Try Spotlight’s Hotel Collection Luxe S-Fold Sheers for a trendy and affordable option. Update old blinds with modern ones to add style.

Pre-spring checklist

• Declutter and depersonalise – Pack away personal photos, kids’ art, excess décor, and bulky furniture.

• Garden and outdoor spaces – Mow lawns, trim hedges, mulch garden beds, clean paving, pressure-wash driveways.

• Minor repairs – Fix dripping taps, patch wall scuffs, replace blown light bulbs, oil squeaky doors.

• Deep clean – Wash windows, steam clean carpets, clean gutters, refresh curtains and blinds.

Home Improvements Timeline:

• Minor upgrades: 3–4 wks

• Moderate renovations: 6–8 wks

• Major renovations: 3–6+ months

What to expect:

• Scope of work assessed at appraisal

• Project management by our team, or referrals to trusted trades

Noble Elevate

We front the costs to elevate your home, covering cleaning, essentials, exteriors/landscaping, painting/touch-ups, and renovations. Costs are repaid after your home sells.

Learn more here.

Furniture staging

Timeline: 2–3 wks
What to expect:

• Consultation and tailored staging plan

• Selection of modern furniture and décor

• Professional delivery, installation, styling

• Photography booked immediately after staging

Statistics:

• 85% of staged homes sell for more than asking price

• 90% of buyers can’t see full potential in unstaged homes

Download our Spring Selling Guide