Should You Make Repairs to Your Home Before you Sell?
December 01, 2021 at 9:57am | 
According to the NAR (National Association of Realtors), around 37% of contracts fall through because of repair issues sellers could have addressed before listing their property.
This alone shows that while your home doesn’t have to be perfectly flawless, you should invest time and money to get it in working order. Here are a few must-fix items. (And trust me, if you don’t fix these now, you’ll be doing it later, promise!):
• Faulty wiring
• Grading and drainage issues
• Roof leaks and shingle problems
• Foundation issues
• Heating and air-conditioning problems
• Plumbing and septic issues
When in doubt, ask me what to address before listing. Chances are you’ll recoup some or all of the cost you put in when you sell. I would also recommend having a home inspector come and inspect your home prior to listing. Not only can you address/repair misc items by hiring a professional contractor, there may be some items that you can repair yourselves and save some money as a DIYer.
Thinking about listing your home? I’d love to listen to your plans for selling and offer my input -- no strings attached -- send me a message today!
Happy 🏡 Selling!
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