5 Home Fixes to Take Care of Before Selling

Putting your home on the market is a big decision, even more, if it needs a little work. Some people even spend thousands of dollars updating their homes before they decide to sell. 

But how do you know what home fixes to invest in and which to leave alone? In this article, you'll discover the most important parts of your home that you need to attend to before you decide to sell. 

Read on!

1. Landscaping

Curb appeal is a critical element to hooking potential homebuyers. If your yard is overgrown, unkempt, or uninviting, you will have trouble getting people to even consider the home altogether.

Consider hiring a landscaper to get some ideas about how to improve your curb appeal. You could also update the exterior of your home and see if you can brighten up the look. 

2. Repairs And Inspections

When parts of your home are broken, homeowners are not impressed, and your house will likely not pass an inspection. 

If you have a leaky faucet, holes in the walls, foundation problems, and so forth, these issues should be addressed. When you have an interest in your home, you'll want the inspections to go as smoothly as possible because a bad inspection can either make or break a deal. 

Walk around your home and create a home repairs list, so you know what needs to be repaired. 

3. HVAC Unit

HVAC units can run well for many years, but if yours is on the cusp of the end of its life, it might be worth it to replace. Homeowners will know the age of your HVAC unit should you choose to sell. 

While this can be a large expense, between $4,000-10,000, potential homebuyers can breathe a sigh of relief knowing there's a brand new HVAC unit, and they don't have to worry about replacing one in a few years. This is a huge selling point. 

If you're unsure of the age of your HVAC, consider getting it inspected for functionality. 

4. Renovate

If you plan to sell your home in the next year or so, and your kitchen or bathroom is living in the 80s, it's probably time to invest in a renovation. And a kitchen remodel recoups a little over 54% of the investment.

The good news is renovations don't have to cost a ton of money. With some paint, newer appliances, countertops, and smaller fixes, you could spend a few thousand dollars. A kitchen upgrade is another great selling point for home buyers.

5. Small Things

While repairs and inspections should be the bulk of your concern, don't forget the small details that go into making your home move-in ready. Thinks like chipped paint, stains on the carpet, update small lighting fixtures, and so forth.

Go through your house like a potential homebuyer and see what you notice and what you might change. This will give you a better idea of what you should fix. 

Can You Make These Home Fixes?

These home fixes should help you tremendously on your selling journey. It might take a bit of work, but in the end, it will be worth it. Happy selling!

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