Selling your home - what condition is it in?

If you’re thinking about selling your home, you need to consider what condition it’s in. Take a fresh look, and tackle any repair or sprucing-up projects before listing it.

At least try to do what needs to be done to ensure the home is functional and in good repair.

Tackle any small projects that will make it look better or increase curb appeal.

As a general rule, it’s probably not worth taking on big projects like full kitchen and bathroom remodels. You probably won't recoup all the costs of an expensive remodel when you sell.

You may want to consider having a pre-listing inspection done. I think this is a great idea, and in fact, if the circumstances warrant it, I’ll pay to have one done on homes that I list.

If there aren’t many significant findings, you can include the pre-list inspection in your advertising, which will relieve some of the uncertainty for buyers which could make them feel better about offering a higher amount.

If there are some significant findings, it will give you a chance to address them, or if you can’t do that, you can consider a way to communicate it upfront to avoid unpleasant surprises once you are under contract.