Planning to put your property on the market later this year? There are plenty of ways to make your offering more appealing, starting with something as simple as a fresh lick of paint. But which changes will give you the best return on your investment and help you sell your home for the highest price?

Upgraded kitchen

As a core communal room, the kitchen is a focus for many house buyers. Modern equipment which works well is important, but space is the most significant factor.

Consider a full refit if your kitchen is outdated, but be mindful that if it’s already up-to-date this is unlikely to add much value. Instead, concentrate on overhauling the layout to create more space for easier movement and to incorporate a seating area for in-room dining.

Bathroom refurbishments

The key to making money from bathroom refurbishments is knowing where to spend and where to save. A complete overhaul will be expensive and might not look it whereas small DIY detailing can create a luxury feel for a small cost.

Install new taps in warm metals like copper and replace your showerheads with powerful models with an adjustable flow. Repair or re-do your tiles: use ceramics mimicking natural stone for the look of marble at a fraction of the cost. A more substantial upgrade that’s worthwhile is opting for a sleek shower or wet room.

Garden enhancements

Almost 50% of house buyers are looking for a garden and kerb appeal is consistently essential to property pricing, so spruce up your outdoor spaces before putting your home up for sale.

Armed with cost-effective concrete blocks and paving slabs, you can create zones and walkways, a patio for alfresco dining and decorative planters. Consider a simple shelter for your seating area to add further value. Planting bright bedding flowers which flourish well without too much effort helps too.

Especially if you’re selling in autumn and winter, add solar lights along walls and other strategic areas to illuminate key areas of the garden for evening viewings.

Energy-saving measures

With energy prices staying high this winter and more of us seeking a greener lifestyle, a property’s energy efficiency is a new priority for house buyers.

Shelling out for more insulation in the walls and roof and upgrading the glazing on your windows should have the most significant impact and be financially worthwhile if it improves your EPC rating and you can prove low energy bills.

You could also overhaul your heating system for access to renewable energy or simply upgrade your boiler to a more efficient model.