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What Should I Fix Before Selling the House?

What should I fix before selling the house?

How to know- what SHOULD I fix before selling the house? Let’s talk about home maintenance and repairs before selling. “Should I renovate before selling my home?”, and “WHAT not to fix when selling a home?” are questions that home sellers ask.

In a strong seller’s market like this, the answer isn’t necessarily yes fix it all. A fresh coat of paint might be all you need. At the same time, a full kitchen remodel could add thousands to your home’s value. Learn more about how we help our clients determine the right solution for them, watch this short video.

0:00 Maintenance, renovation, or over-improvement?

0:20 Market update- pricing- sellers market

0:45 Things to consider before deciding on renovations

1:20 Data to drive decision making ROI

1:40 Over-improvement

1:50 Maintenance

2:30 Get help before making commitments

You want potential buyers to see your home in the best possible light, and that means making sure it’s in the best condition you can create. We also give tips on what NOT to fix when you’re trying to sell based on your personal situation.

Common things to fix before selling the house:

One of the most affordable things to do before selling your house is to give it a fresh coat of paint. It’s also a good idea to repair any cracks or holes in the walls, If you have very old or outdated fans, or light fixtures, replace them. In the kitchen, make sure all appliances are in good working order, and if you have cabinets that are damaged or outdated, consider sorting that out. Consider replacing any cracked or damaged tile ahead of listing the house as well.

These are just a few of the most common issues to fix before selling- basic repairs and maintenance that need to be done before listing a house.

Potential buyers want to see a home that is in good condition, but they don’t necessarily expect a brand new home.

What should I fix before selling the house

If you have specific questions about what to fix, we are here to help!

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