Preparing to Sell? Focus on Improving These Areas of Your Home First
Natalie Lewin
?? Downsizing Expert with Keller Williams Portfolio Realty | Helping you to sell your property and buy and transition to the home of your dreams
Does the thought of getting your home ready to sell make your stomach turn? Are you finding it difficult to know where to start? Are you feeling totally overwhelmed by the entire process?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, you’re not alone. In fact, according to The Washington Post, 52% of sellers say they’re overwhelmed by the financial and timely strain of getting a house ready to sell.
While many people are in your shoes, that doesn’t mean it has to be this way. That’s why I’m breaking down the top 4 areas to prioritize when you’re getting ready to sell in order to make the most profit!
1. ENSURE THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF YOUR HOME IS SOUND
Before you start doing home renovation projects and redecorating, priority number one should be making sure the structural aspects of your home are sufficient to pass a home inspection. This means ensuring your basement, roof, plumbing, and electrical wiring are up to code. Inspectors may also check things such as heating/cooling systems, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and the structural foundation of your home, so it’s important to make sure these things are in good working order before putting your home on the market.
By taking care of these aspects before attempting to sell, you’ll save yourself a lot of headache down the road. You’ll also increase your home’s value and prevent delays in closing. It’s all about the end goal!
Is your home up to code? Great! Now let’s move on to the fun stuff...