I am frequently asked by people thinking of selling which renovations should be considered.
Right now we are in a strong Seller's market so I am very conservative on this topic. I do not like my Seller's to spend large sums of money on renovations for the next owner.
Why spend $15,000 on a new bathroom renovation if all you get back at the sale is $15,000? This premise doesn't make any sense to me especially when you consider the nuisance a large renovation represents for the typical homeowner.
If you spend $1 on the renovation I would like you to get $2 back!!
Basic up keep that you may have been putting off is worth your time and money. For instance
Touch up paint the molding around the doors and windows
Clean all the windows
Polish the floors or have the carpets cleaned
Get rid of any furniture you do not need
Take down personal pictures
Hide the kid's toys
Find a new home for your pet's toys and supplies
Clean up the yard and sweep the sidewalk
Smells matter... baked cookies smells are good wet dog smells not so much
Consider new plants or fresh flowers
Clean and clear all the surfaces like the kitchen counter and bathroom vanities.
Consider bringing in a professional cleaning service before you start showing the place
Organize the closets
The questions about where to spend money as you are getting ready to sell is property specific and seller specific.
Please do not hesitate to contact me to help you come up with a renovation strategy that aligns with your overall goals to sell your property.
Posted on 02/21/2017 at 09:42 AM
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