You're preparing your home to hit the market, and you want to put your best foot forward for a quick and seamless sale. You may be looking around your home, and all of its flaws seem to be screaming at you. You might be tempted to go right into action and tackle every DIY project you’ve been putting off until now. Before you grab the paint, hammer, and nails, here are a few things you may or may not want to take on.
If appliances like refrigerators and stoves aren’t severely outdated or broken, don’t bother replacing them. They shouldn’t hinder your sale. If you find that a few items need to be replaced, opt for gently used appliances instead of buying brand new to save a little money.
A few cracks in your concrete is normal, and most buyers will expect to see signs of an aging driveway, especially if the home isn’t brand new. As long as your lawn and bushes are neat, and you give your home’s overall curb appeal attention, cracks shouldn’t be a deal-breaker for most buyers.
A fresh coat of paint is an easy, cost-effective way to bring new life to any room in your home. Don’t forget to evaluate the outside of your home as well. Your shutters or home exterior could stand a new coat or color.
Lighting is another easy, cost-effective repair you can make in no time. Start with replacing old bulbs. Swap out outdated light fixtures for newer, modern ones.
If your blinds or curtains are broken and outdated, don’t bother replacing them. Instead, consider removing them altogether. Most buyers will want to infuse their own style into the room once they make their purchase, so the lack of blinds on a window shouldn’t be a turnoff. It can also work in your favor by bringing more natural light into a room when showing a home.
It’s best to fix any glaring issues like major carpet stains or severely scratched hardwood floors. Steam cleaning your carpet instead of completely tearing it out and laying down new carpeting is ideal. Unless you’re living with outdated shag carpeting, it’s not necessary to take on a major floor replacement. This type of costly change can be made once the buyer makes their purchase and selects flooring that fits their personal style.
If you think you’re ready to sell, consult your agent for the best way to present your home to buyers. Your agent should know exactly what buyers are currently interested in seeing in a home and can help you evaluate current market conditions. Connect with one of more than 9,000 agents to help you navigate the process. Ready to buy but not sure what you can afford? Check out the mortgage calculator to help estimate possible monthly payments. Download the REIN.com app and put the power of fresh and accurate listing data in the palm of your hand. The app is available free in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. For local listings you can trust, start with REIN.com.
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