Ready to sell your home mentally but not ready physically? Such is the case for many homeowners who want to put their home on the market but think the task too great; because of much needed repairs and cosmetics that need to be done. But during the thinking phase is when its actually a good time to form an action plan and dive right into it. Here are some things to consider in getting you moving in the right direction.
- Find a good realtor: The advice and expertise a good realtor can provide is invaluable
- Do a walkthrough with the realtor: A realtor will help to point out those “key” things that are important to buyers
- Compile a list of “Things to do”: Use your walkthrough list as a guide to keep you on track with getting projects completed
- DIY for simple projects to save on your budget: There are so many “how to” video tutorials out there that you can reference them and complete many small projects yourself and save some of your cash for more costly repairs/projects
- Offer an allowance for repairs: In some cases you may not have the time or want to bother with repairs or projects; this may be a good option that works for you and the buyer
- Contact a renovation company: If your home needs more TLC than you can handle both in scope and cost; you can hire a company to do the work for you. Some even offer the option to pay at closing if you are short on cash.
*These are only a few of the options and scenarios; your realtor will help you to look for options that work best for your needs.
