If the seller cannot afford the costs of a new roof or maintenance, a quote can be had from a reputable roofing company. Then in sales negotiations, offer to subtract the cost of the repairs from the overall selling price. Doing so is generally convenient for both the buyer and the seller, since the buyer will be at ease knowing that they can have things repaired and upgraded at the anticipated cost.
IMPORTANT AND INEXP ANT AND INEXPENSIVE STAGING REPAIRS
These may seem like minutiae or nit-picky details; however, they make a significant difference in how the buyer looks at your home. Get a welcome mat and a wreath that match the overall interior style of the home. Security is important to home buyers. A flimsy lock or handle on the front door will make potential home buyers uncomfortable and they may not even know why. Replace a worn or loose entry handset. Consider replacing the door handle with a heavy-duty deadbolt and knob combination. This investment of less than $100 will make your home more visibly secure—and everyone wants to be secure in their home. Improve the front door’s hardware. Use metal polish on the fixtures of the doors, on the knob, and for all metal components on it. The buyer may not stick with your style, but this will help to give a more home-like feel to the house and ensure that they can properly envision living there. Replacing outdoor light fixtures is also important when it comes time to sell. Update outdated light fixtures, as those accessories reflect on the exterior of your home. Buyers want to see that everything is fresh and up-to-date with the times, and not deal with light fixtures that look like they’ve been around since the 1980s. You can and should look for fixtures that match whatever
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