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Selling a Home: How Old Is Your Roof?
Our REALTORS® know today's buyers want a move-in ready home. That means major repairs or updates can be a deal-breaker or cause your home to sell for less than it should. If your home is in need of updates to any of these things, before you sell is the time to do it.
- Roof. An aging or failing roof will strike fear in the hearts of buyers. Everyone knows that water damage can cause big headaches and thousands of dollars of damage. It can even mean that there is water damage, mold, or rot that can't be easily seen or detected. Replacing a roof is considered home maintenance so neglecting it can have an effect on how buyers perceive your home.
- HVAC systems. There have been big advances in the energy efficiency of these systems in recent years. The heating system, in particular, is essential to keeping other systems of your house in top shape. One that fails during a cold snap can cause pipes to break causing thousands of dollars of water damage. Buyers know this one is expensive, so they're likely to ask for a price reduction if it needs to be replaced.
- Windows. Aging windows can affect whether a home is watertight, energy-efficient, and looks kept up from the outside. If any are damaged, not functioning or don't lock, it not only looks bad, but it's a security issue too.
- Kitchen and bathroom. It's no secret that kitchen and bathroom remodels can really help sell a home. You may not need to sink thousands of dollars into a full-scale remodel, but doing an update with fresh paint and flooring and a new light fixture can go a long way. You don't want to leave anything that would have buyers questioning what kind of shape your home is in. Nothing makes a room look cleaner than fresh paint, so it can have a big impact in these rooms where buyers expect things to be spotless.
- Deck. Any kind of outdoor living space is extremely popular with buyers. So if the deck on your home needs repair or replacement, it's a good idea to spend your money there. If most of the other homes in your neighborhood have decks, neglecting it may even negatively impact the selling price of your home.
You want to make the best possible impression on buyers and get your home sold for the right price, so making an investment in these repairs helps buyers know you've been making maintenance and updates a priority.
Beavercreek homes for sale have a lot of wonderful features that are sure to make you feel right at home. Our agents can help sell your home or find the right home for you and your family. Contact Wright-Patt Realty today to get started.