Kennesaw, GA 30152 · 4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,480 sq ft · Built 1998
Project status
Client Reviewing
Evaluation SchedulingListing Ready
Current estimated value
$440,000
Potential prepared value
$452,000–$462,500
Based on your selected improvements
Selected preparation budget
$8,950
6 improvements selected
Estimated days to listing-ready
8–10 days
Approx. 8 working days of scheduled work
Sort by
Strong candidateDeep CleaningPriority: Very High · Confidence: High
Whole-Home Deep Cleaning
Interior — all rooms
Estimated cost
$650
Est. sale-value impact
$2,000–$4,000
Potential net gain
$1,350–$3,350
Estimated ROI
208%–515%
What we observed
Surfaces, baseboards, appliances and bathrooms show accumulated grime typical of a long-occupied home.
Full deep clean including appliances, fixtures, windows interior and baseboards.
Why this may matter
Cleanliness is the single least expensive lever on buyer perception. A spotless home photographs materially better and removes the impression of deferred maintenance before a buyer ever inspects details.
Strong candidateLandscapingPriority: Very High · Confidence: High
Front Yard Cleanup & Refresh
Exterior — front yard
Estimated cost
$1,350
Est. sale-value impact
$3,000–$6,000
Potential net gain
$1,650–$4,650
Estimated ROI
122%–344%
What we observed
Overgrown shrubs, leaf debris and thin mulch beds obscure the front elevation.
Trim, edge, remove debris, fresh mulch and seasonal color at the entry.
Evidence from the walkthrough
Walkthrough photo — overgrown beds and leaf debris at the front elevation — tap to enlarge.
Why this may matter
The front yard is the first photo in every listing and the buyer's first impression on arrival. Modest landscaping spend disproportionately affects showing traffic.
Strong candidatePhotographyPriority: Very High · Confidence: High
Professional Listing Photography
Whole property
Estimated cost
$500
Est. sale-value impact
Presentation impact
Potential net gain
Not modeled
Estimated ROI
—
Presentation item — improves buyer engagement and marketing reach rather than a measurable increase in sale price, so no dollar impact or ROI is shown.
What we observed
Listing requires professional media after preparation is complete.
HDR interior/exterior photography, drone exterior, and floor plan.
Why this may matter
Photography primarily impacts presentation, buyer engagement and marketing reach rather than a directly measurable dollar-for-dollar increase in property value. It is scheduled only after preparation work is complete.
Strong candidatePaintingPriority: High · Confidence: High
Repaint Main Living Areas
Entry, living, dining, hallways
Estimated cost
$3,800
Est. sale-value impact
$6,000–$10,000
Potential net gain
$2,200–$6,200
Estimated ROI
58%–163%
What we observed
Worn, scuffed and highly personalized wall colors throughout the main level.
Two-coat neutral repaint of main living areas, trim touch-up included.
Evidence from the walkthrough
Walkthrough photo — scuffed, dated wall paint in the main living area — tap to enlarge.
Why this may matter
The living room and entryway are among the first areas buyers see. Neutralizing worn or highly personalized paint improves listing photography and makes the property appear better maintained.
Strong candidatePressure WashingPriority: High · Confidence: High
Pressure Wash Driveway, Walks & Siding
Exterior — driveway, walkway, siding
Estimated cost
$450
Est. sale-value impact
$1,000–$2,500
Potential net gain
$550–$2,050
Estimated ROI
122%–456%
What we observed
Organic staining and grime on the driveway, front walk and lower siding.
Soft-wash siding plus surface cleaning of driveway and walkways.
Why this may matter
The driveway and front walkway are prominent in listing photos and during the buyer's first approach to the property. Pressure washing is inexpensive relative to most improvements and may noticeably improve curb appeal, so it is classified as a high-priority preparation item.
ConsiderStagingPriority: High · Confidence: Moderate
Professional Home Staging (Vacant)
Main level + primary bedroom
Estimated cost
$2,200
Est. sale-value impact
Presentation impact
Potential net gain
Not modeled
Estimated ROI
—
Presentation item — improves buyer engagement and marketing reach rather than a measurable increase in sale price, so no dollar impact or ROI is shown.
What we observed
Vacant rooms read smaller and colder in photography.
30-day vacant staging package, install and removal included.
Why this may matter
Staging is best understood as a marketing and presentation improvement rather than a guaranteed increase in sale price. It typically improves buyer engagement and time on market rather than appraised value.
ConsiderElectricalPriority: Medium · Confidence: Moderate
Replace Dated Lighting Fixtures
Entry, dining, kitchen
Estimated cost
$1,100
Est. sale-value impact
$1,500–$3,000
Potential net gain
$400–$1,900
Estimated ROI
36%–173%
What we observed
Original 1990s brass fixtures date the home in photographs.
Swap six fixtures for current neutral finishes (licensed electrician).
Why this may matter
Fixture updates modernize photos at low cost, but the benefit depends on budget and how the Realtor positions the home. Worth doing if the balanced budget allows.
SkipCosmetic UpgradePriority: Not Recommended · Confidence: High
Full Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen
Estimated cost
$38,000
Est. sale-value impact
$18,000–$28,000
Potential net gain
-$20,000–-$10,000
Estimated ROI
-53%–-26%
What we observed
Original cabinetry, laminate counters and dated appliances.
Full gut renovation with new cabinets, counters and appliances.
Why this may matter
Although the kitchen is dated, a full renovation may not generate sufficient incremental sale value to justify the cost and could delay the listing substantially. A lighter cosmetic refresh is the better use of capital for this price band.
Estimated cost likely exceeds the incremental sale value and would delay the listing substantially. We recommend skipping this item.
AI-assisted observations are suggestions reviewed and approved by your project manager before presentation. Where a photo suggests a possible structural, electrical, roofing, plumbing or environmental issue, we do not diagnose it — we note a potential concern and recommend evaluation by a qualified professional.
