When you sell your house, the last thing you want is for the process to drag out over several months. Most home buyers are not interested in making renovations or repairs immediately. If you want your house to sell faster, consider three essential improvements to make to the property before putting it on the market.
Painting the Interior Walls
If you have lived in your house for a while, you may have grown fond of your interior paint colors. Maybe you don't notice the smudges and marks that have occurred over the years, but old paint and dirty walls can be off-putting to buyers. Painting the interior walls in a contemporary color, such as light gray, can make the interior look fresh and updated. Neutral colors work with most furniture and accessories and won't put off the majority of potential buyers.
Updating the Plumbing
Old plumbing, in addition to a few other things, can make the selling process more complicated. Plumbing, whether seen or unseen, can be a deal-breaker when selling a house. Faucets and hardware that appear rusty and corroded won't make a positive impression on a homebuyer. Making cosmetic updates, such as replacing outdated hardware with pieces in a contemporary finish, such as brushed nickel, gives an updated look to baths and kitchens. Older houses may have galvanized steel pipes that show signs of corrosion. If an inspector finds leaking and corroded pipes, that could result in a buyer deciding to look elsewhere for a home or try to bargain your price down.
Fixing the HVAC System
One of the questions homebuyers typically ask is, "How old is the HVAC unit?" When a unit is more than 10 years old, it may no longer be under warranty. If an HVAC system is not working correctly during the pre-closing inspection, that could turn off a potential buyer. Before putting a house on the market, the owner should have an HVAC repair company evaluate the unit and repair it if needed. If the system is beyond repair, replacing it is the best option. When advertising the house for sale, a mention of a new HVAC system can generate more interest in the property.
First-time homebuyers may not have the financial resources for major repairs or upgrades. Making essential improvements can benefit the seller and buyer since the house will probably sell faster and the buyer gets a move-in-ready home.
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