If buyers
don't like what the see outside, they won't
bother to look inside. But if your house makes
a memorable first impression, this will often
lead to a faster sale at a price that the
marketplace will support. So what can you do to
prepare your house?
Buyers will notice the home's
curb appeal right away. Once inside, they
will take note of the home's design and
functionality, and the condition of
any improvements. In some cases, it makes
financial sense for you to make improvements and
repairs before showing the house. But you
don't want to go overboard.
A
professional home inspection
A
city inspection
A
structural pest control inspection
Improvements
and repairs
Determining
the home's curable vs. incurable defects. (Know
what the incurable defects are, so you can be prepared
for the negotiations.)
Soliciting
contractor's bids
Investigating
Escrow account credits
Selling
"As Is"
It's
important to find out if your home requires any
repairs-whether or not you plan to make them.
When the buyer arranges for a home inspection, these
issues will surface, so you're better off knowing
ahead of time.
