If you have rental property units vacant for long periods of time, you are losing a lot of money. With the help of a property management company, they can help you make your old, worn out property more attractive to renters. By just following some easy suggestions, you will no longer have to worry about too many vacancies at your property, as they can help make every unit stand out.

When you want to increase your property's appeal, make sure that it gives a good first impression as it is an important key to attracting potential tenants to any rental home. If your rental property's exterior doesn't seem appealing, any prospective tenant will be hesitant to go further inside.

Here are some easy tips to increase the curb appeal of your property:

Ensure that the weeds, trash, and debris are removed from in front of the property and if there is a lawn full of shrubs, make sure that they are all fully-manicured. If you have a spacious outdoor area, add a few flowers and plants to create a welcoming atmosphere. Make sure that they are fully alive and blooming because dead plants are worse than no plants.

Remove chipped paint, repair broken banisters, and replace torn window screens. Make sure the light fixtures, house numbers, and mailbox are all in good condition. If they aren't appealing anymore, replace them with new ones that you can buy at a local hardware store or repaint them.

Complete a total makeover of your rental property with paint. At the cost of just $25 per can, you can completely transform any space. You can easily revive tired walls, highlight architectural features such as built-in bookcases or high ceilings, and brighten the dark hallways with just a fresh coat of paint.

Most Branson property management companies suggest that the best finish to use for painting rental properties is a satin or semi-gloss paint. When using this type of paint, scuff marks, crayon marks, and even grease can easily be wiped off. If you use flat paint, you often will need to repaint to remove stains. Where applicable, you also may need to paint the trim. You should make sure your sparkling clean walls are not accented by chipped, dirty molding.

If you want to paint outdoor railings, shutters, sidings, etc., you should select a paint that can handle harsh weather conditions. You need to properly clean the exterior surface that needs to be painted as it is a crucial step in making it long-lasting.

When you want to make your rental property appeal to the masses, stick to neutral paint colors. Even if you think that a hot pink bathroom is appealing or lime green kitchen cabinets are cool with a modern twist, some people will disagree. Stick to neutral paint colors, such as grey, beige, and cream. Your tenants can have the option to paint the apartment to their taste upon move as long as they paint it back to the original color when they move out.

The use of neutral colors can be extended to hardwood floors, tiles, light fixtures, and cabinets. Picking neutral color as a timeless design will save you money in the long run as you won't be spending money to update to the most current trend constantly. Many design experts including design guru Nate Berkus recommend timeless finishes such as shake style kitchen cabinets, stainless steel appliances, pedestal sinks in the bathroom, Carrara marble, white subway tile backsplashes, and slate tile floors.

The kitchens and bathrooms are important parts of the house that can help attract renters. This doesn't mean that you have to remodel your kitchen or bathroom completely. The first thing that you need to do is to clean these rooms. Mop the floors, wipe-clean cabinets (inside and out), polish all appliances, deep clean bathtubs/showers, toilets, and all hardware. Make sure also to give the grout a good scrubbing.

Before you clean any of the surfaces in your apartment, don't forget to look up. Remove first the dust, cobwebs, and grease from fans and light fixtures. After you have cleaned the whole area, you can decide if any additional measures need to be taken.

When doing an easy makeover of your property to attract tenants, you need to emphasize its positive sides. If a competitor in the area emphasizes a renovated kitchen, steer clear from marketing that aspect if your property is ten years old. Instead, make the selling point of your windows that bathe the apartment with natural sunlight. Emphasize your balcony or backyard patio. They are great features of any property.

To make your rental property stand out, aside from following these simple steps to help make your property attract more renters. And don't forget - you can even make it even more attractive with the help of Branson property management.

If you would like the help of a Branson property management company, contact Thousand Hills Realty at (417) 337-8081. We would appreciate the opportunity to help you make the best design choices that will help get your unit noticed and rented. Call us today!