5 Home Projects That Will Actually Add Value to Your Minnesota Home

Are you looking for some home projects to do before selling your house so you can list it for top dollar? Here are five ideas to consider.

Paint the House

Don’t just paint your house any color. Choose a color scheme that makes your home stand out while still keeping it simple. Neutral tones with added depth, like sage green or gray colors, are trendy. These modern colors can give your house a much-needed facelift for an affordable price. The house will look fresh and make prospective buyers feel like they can move in right away.

Update the Kitchen

When it comes to updating the kitchen, you could do a simple update like new flooring and paint, or you could go all out and invest in a complete renovation.

The first thing you’ll want to do is start with the basics: New countertops and backsplash to give your old kitchen a modern look. You can also update your appliances to give your kitchen a completely different feel.

If you’re looking for more investment, you can go all out by adding new cabinet doors or an entire wall tile backsplash. Installing new fixtures like the sink and faucet also comes with a great payoff.  One of the most significant investments may be adding quartz countertops, but buyers love to see them so that it could be well worth your money.

Build a Deck or Patio

If your home needs a backyard renovation, adding a deck or patio would be a great idea. It will make your home feel bigger and prospective buyers will love the idea of having an outdoor living space during the pleasant Minnesota summers. It may seem like a simple project, but trust us, a deck can add thousands of dollars in value to your home if done correctly.

Add Landscaping

A new, colorful landscape with flowers and bushes in the front yard will make your home attractive to potential buyers. If you have grass, keep it trimmed back and healthy. Often a buyer will judge a house by the way it looks from the outside before they step foot in the door, so make sure your front yard looks immaculate!

Update the Master Bathroom

If you’re serious about getting top dollar for your house, you should update the master bathroom. A bathroom update is one of those home projects that can make a massive difference in the final price of your house. With some new fixtures, paint, and accessories, buyers might be more interested in your listing because they’ll assume that updates have been done recently.

Need to Sell Now? Contact Minnesota Home Guys 

Do you want to sell your house, but you don’t have any time or money to take on new home projects? Then we have you covered. There’s no need to update, repair, or even hire a realtor with us. We buy homes as-is with cash, making the home selling process faster than ever, plus we’ll pay you a fair price that you’ll love. Are you ready to learn how to sell your Minneapolis, Minnesota, house? Contact us today to learn more!

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! Minnesota Home Guys purchases land as well as houses. Whether it’s a vacant lot, acreage, or a parcel you inherited, we’re happy to take a look and make you an offer. Just submit the property details and we’ll get back to you.

Yes, absolutely. While we’re based in the Twin Cities, we buy houses all across Minnesota. Whether your property is in the suburbs, rural areas, or small towns, we’re interested. Submit your address and we’ll let you know how we can help.

We consider several factors when making an offer, including your home’s condition, recent comparable sales in the area, market trends, and any necessary repairs. Our goal is to provide you with a fair and competitive offer based on real market data.

No! We buy houses in any condition, whether they need minor updates or major repairs. You won’t have to spend a dime on renovations, inspections, or cleaning—we handle everything.

If your home is in foreclosure, we may still be able to buy it and help you avoid a full foreclosure process. The sooner you reach out, the more options we have to help. Contact us today to discuss your situation.

No, you will not be “listed” and waiting for a buyer – we are direct home buyers, not an agent offering to list your home and hope it sells. That means you don’t have to worry about showings, commissions, or waiting for the right buyer. We buy homes with cash, allowing for a fast and hassle-free closing.

Yes! If you’re a landlord with problem tenants or an unwanted rental property, we can make you a fair cash offer. You don’t have to wait for a lease to end—we buy properties with tenants still in place. “Tired landlord” is one of the most common situations we see.

We buy single-family homes, townhomes, duplexes, multi-family properties, and even vacant land. If you’re unsure whether your property qualifies, just reach out to us!

Closing speed is based on your timeline. If you want to close fast, we can do that! If you need time, we can do that too!

Here’s how it works: Once you accept and sign our offer, we order the abstract update and a title opinion. If any title defects are found, we work with you to resolve them. Once the title is cleared, we set a closing date and begin preparing the legal closing documents. Closing date is typically 2-4 weeks from the time the offer is signed, but if you are in a hurry please call (952) 222-7138 and we can expedite the process!

When you choose to sell your property to us, we will cover the abstract update, title opinion, transfer tax, as well as closing costs. You will only be responsible to pay property tax up to the date of sale and any liens.

We guarantee closing on every offer we make. This is easily done because our team gets to know the seller, researches the property, understands current market trends, and has cash ready to close.

Yes! If your home is listed with a real estate agent, you’re still welcome to submit it to us for a cash offer. Keep in mind that if it’s under contract or you have listing obligations, you may need to coordinate with your agent—but we’re happy to work with listed properties.

Nope! One of the benefits of selling to Minnesota Home Guys is that you don’t need to lift a finger. You can leave behind furniture, trash, old appliances—whatever you don’t want to deal with. We’ll take care of everything after closing. Just take what you want and leave the rest.

Our cash offer is guaranteed as long as everything we discussed about your property checks out. The only time the offer would change is if we discover something unexpected during the title process—like a hidden lien, unpaid property taxes, or a contractor bill that wasn’t disclosed. We’re always upfront and transparent, and if something like this does come up, we’ll talk it through with you.