Real Estate Sales Should you fix up your home before listing it?
Yes, you should fix all of the obvious things you can. When buyers visit homes, they look for the things they see that obviously need some fixing. Most buyers would rather not see the repairs in front of them. They want to buy a house that is in perfect repair.
You should put yourself in the buyers shoes. Think like a buyer. Would you want to repair or fix up anything in your new home? No, you would not. While you are still in the buyers frame of mind, tour your house. Make a list of all the things you see that need repair.
Here are eleven obvious things to look for and correction any defects:
1. Do your walls need a fresh coat of paint?
2. How about the trim?
3. Are all of your floors and carpets in good shape? Do they need cleaning?
4. Are your windows and shades okay? Are the screens in good condition?
5. Do your appliances work properly?
6. Eliminate squeaks and cracks of all kinds.
7. Is your basement clean and organized?
8. Is your roof in good condition and non-leaking?
9. Check all faucets, fixtures and knobs.