Segment 2 – What Not to Fix When Selling a House
Barb, If someone is thinking of selling their home, What are some of the top things a home seller should NOT FIX TO PREPARE THEIR HOMES FOR SALE?
a. BEFORE YOU UPGRADE – ASK ME – Not all improvements will add to the bottom line!
b. Buyers DO Eliminate Homes with ‘Deferred Maintenance’ (unless priced aggressively low) – SIX TREES
c. How it looks is important because buyers eliminate homes in less than 1 minute! (How do You Know What to Fix or NOT?)
#1: Do NOT Fix Cosmetic Flaws
• Normal wear and tear expected
• Minor hardwood scratches
• Grandfathered building code issues
• Driveway cracks – unless a trip hazard
#2: Do NOT Fix- MINOR Electrical
Minor electrical:
• Wobbly switch or socket
• Switch to No-Where
DO FIX - Exposed wires, sparking anything, or dangling light fixtures – NOT OK
DO FIX - MAIN room outlet color, Driveway Cracks – OK unless a TRIP hazard
Don’t Fix – Grandfathered Building Code Issues:
• Inspector WILL Tag it Regardless
• Don’t Have to unless remodeled
Don’t Fix – Don’t Do Extensive Upgrades on Property has Unfixable Property Flaws
• Backs to or on a Busy Street
• In Front of School Drop Off
Don’t Fix – Lipstick and Rouge Rehab:
• Fresh Carpet and Paint helpful
What You Can Get for Your Home + How Much You Will Put in Your Pocket When it Sells
Barb What are some other things a home seller can do to prepare their homes for sale and should NOT do to get their home ready for sale?
Don’t Fix Removable Items – Window Coverings:
Just Remove them Patch the Holes & paint
How You Can Tell if Home is Cluttered Remove Outdated Appliances.
What to Do About Clutter:
1. Focus on Key Rooms:
a. Curb Appeal / Front Door
b. Backyard
c. Living Room
d. Kitchen
e. Bathroom – Master
f. Bedroom – Master
How We Can Provide a Checklist on How to Tackle Clutter:
1. Take the project 1 room at a time
2. Closets
a. Box away unused clothes
b. Everything off the floor of the master closet
3. Kitchens and baths: Everything off the counters (except the coffee pot) Richard, your thoughts
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Barb What are some other things a home seller can do to prepare their homes for sale? Prepare to Make the Home Look Like a Model Home
1. Rent a storage space, many you can get at a starting rate of $1 for the 1 st month.
2. Focus on the Basics:
a. Curb Appeal
b. Flooring
c. Neutral paint
d. Clean, clean, clean
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When We come Back we will be Discussing: Do Home Sellers Really Save Money When Hiring a Discount Agent How to Get the Highest Price When Selling Your Home
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