Want to sell your home? Do this first!

To prepare your home for sale, make a list of necessary repairs and improvements. Prioritize them based on importance and determine if you can do them yourself or need to hire a professional. Complete the most important items before listing your home.

01— Home Repairs

  • Walls and ceilings: Look for cracks, peeling paint, or water stains. Check the condition of your exterior walls.

  • Windows and doors: Check for damage, fogging, or gaps.

  • Roof and gutters: Look for signs of damage or wear.

  • Plumbing: Check for leaks or other issues, such as low water pressure or slow draining sinks.

  • Electrical: Look for any issues, such as flickering lights or outdated wiring, GFCI outlets etc.

  • HVAC system: Check the age and condition of your heating and cooling system. Have it serviced if necessary.

  • Flooring: Check for any damage or wear.

  • Kitchen and bathrooms: Look for any outdated or damaged fixtures, such as faucets, cabinets, or tiles.

 

Buyers decide in the first 8 seconds of seeing a home if they're interested in buying it. Get out of your car, walk in their shoes and see what they see within the first 8 seconds.

 

This worksheet will help you evaluate your home’s immediate repair needs and take next steps so you can finally list your beautiful home!

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