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One of the most popular projects among homeowners since we've been in our extended stay-at-home mode is installing outbuildings. There are so many different types of outbuildings these days: garden sheds, greenhouses, gazebos, tool sheds, guest houses, offices, exercise rooms, meditation spaces, playrooms for the kids, or even studios for arts and crafts. Installing an outbuilding can greatly enhance your enjoyment of your home right now and for however long you stay in it. And should you one day list it among Bakersfield homes for sale, you'll likely find the outbuilding has enhanced your property value.

Here are some tips to help you decide what type of outbuilding you should build.

Outbuildings for Your Property

• Home Office
  Using a home office these days means you're likely bringing your work home. If you've been trying to work in your house, you may have noticed how easy it is to get distracted. Whether it's the kids yelling or other family members turning the TV up loud, you need a place of quiet repose where you might conceivably bring clients. Some of the basics for furnishing your office: stylish desk, shelves, good lighting, and perhaps a ductless mini-split for winter heating and summer cooling. A couple of chairs for clients should round out things.

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Extra storage is always a plus. No matter how big or small your home is, there's always a need for more places to stash stuff. If you're looking to add your home to the list of Bakersfield homes for sale, you should know that storage can attract or put off buyers, depending on what you have. It's therefore critical to highlight your home's storage features or come with some creative solutions if you're lacking storage space. Our agents share these clever storage solutions that will make your home more appealing to buyers.

• Make Use of Unused Space
  Those nooks and crannies, irregular walls, and unused corners are possible options for creating more storage space. For instance, you can transform an empty corner of the room or space under a bay window into useful built-in storage that will get buyers' attention. Add a bench under a window to create a cozy seating area and get plenty of room for stashing your books and other items. In the kitchen, you can add plinth drawers underneath cabinets for additional storage.

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The 2021 colors of the year are here, and it's time to explore creative ways to incorporate these hues into your home's color palate. Our agents recommend refreshing your home's paint to maximize its appeal to potential buyers. Here are some of the top shades for 2021 and some ideas for incorporating them into your space. 

1. Aegean Teal
   Aegean Teal from Benjamin Moore combines blue-green hues with shades of gray. The result is a tranquil grayish-teal hue that induces feelings of harmony and peaceful solitude. Even though Aegean Teal is a darker hue, it's a versatile shade that can work anywhere in your home. It would be an excellent choice for an accent wall in your living room or kitchen. Or, if you prefer a bold hue that still encourages relaxation, try Aegean Teal in your bedroom or bathroom.

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While we often associate home cleaning and organization with the spring, winter is the perfect season for decluttering. Between the early sunsets and cold temperatures, we spend more time indoors, but keeping winter-related necessities accessible but clutter-free can be difficult. Now that the holidays are behind us, get a start on home organization, and give yourself more space to enjoy your home and the people around you. Here are our agents' winter decluttering tips.

• Winter Accessories
  No winter decluttering spree would be complete without sorting your cold-weather gear. To get started, put your accessories into categories. Think scarves, coats, jackets, hats, and gloves. Take note of the items you wear consistently and those you don't anticipate using. Practice discernment and get rid of any extra items that haven't been used. The same goes for summer clothes and linens. To ensure your winter accessories aren't disorganized, get large woven baskets, storage ottomans, and bins for scarves, hats, and gloves. For coats and jackets, add a line of coat hooks in your entryway or get a coat rack.

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Homebuyers have a keen eye for details. You would be surprised at the things they mention to our agents as they walk through your home. From the color of the walls to the choice of the flooring materials, the following are some of the six most common things prospective buyers will notice as they inspect your home:

1. Illumination. Homebuyers want sunny spaces to enjoy. They shun dark and dreary rooms and prefer bright and cheery bedrooms, bathrooms, living rooms, kitchens, and more. For this reason, we strongly recommend hanging and pulling back light curtains and installing bright light bulbs before taking any photos or scheduling a walkthrough.
   
   
2. Space. Prospective buyers want to know if your home has enough space to store their belongings, raise their children, engage in hobbies, and entertain guests. If your home feels stuffed and cramped, most buyers will take a pass and drive on down the road. This is why we strongly recommend holding garage sales, donating to Goodwill, and hauling any excess furniture, clothing, and clutter away via mobile storage solutions before a client ever walks through the home.
   
   

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