When you’re ready to sell your home, making necessary improvements before taking it to market can cost you significant time and money. Here are the areas on which to focus before listing your house for sale:
Popular Home Improvements
According to HomeAdvisor.com, the most popular (and expensive) home improvement projects are:
- Refacing Cabinets: $6,643
- Building a Deck: $6,975
- Installing a Roof: $7,089
- Bathroom Remodel: $9,463
- Kitchen Remodel: $21,660
Unfortunately, buyers pay special attention to these areas when they’re shopping, knowing they won’t want to upgrade those areas themselves. Having an outdated bathroom or kitchen can have a significant impact on the offers you receive.
Fix Serious Defects
Of course, serious defects need fixing (and you’re required by law to disclose them). If there’s a leaky roof, cracked foundation, or broken windows, buyers will assume it’s just the tip of the iceberg to all the repairs needed. Here’s a list of common home repairs and their average cost:
- Foundation Repair: $4,000 – $10,000
- HVAC Replacement: $5,000 – $10,000
- Siding Replacement: $10,000
- Roof Replacement: $7,000
- Driveway Replacement: $5,000
- Lawn Replacement: $1,800 – $4,500
Improve Curb Appeal
Clean gutters, pressure wash siding, repair windows/roof/driveways, weed flower beds, trim your lawn, and add colorful flowers. It may sound easy, but this is a significant investment of time and/or money. Keep in mind that once you’ve improved the curb appeal, you’ll need to keep it up until the house officially sells.
Clear the Clutter
Remove bulky furniture, knickknacks, posters, paperwork, etc. You may want to consider renting a storage unit while waiting for the home to sell.
Clean Clean Clean
Clean every nook and cranny, wash the windows, shampoo the carpet, and be sure to eliminate all smells. Pro tip: Hire a cleaning service. And the really hard part if you’re still living in the house: KEEP IT CLEAN.
Don’t Worry! There’s an Easier Way.
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