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Electrical: Look for any issues, such as flickering lights or outdated wiring, GFCI outlets etc.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Kitchen and bathrooms: Look for any outdated or damaged fixtures, such as faucets, cabinets, or tiles.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.