Upgrades to your Oxford MS condo before listing
As a seller, you need to think about the function of your condo before listing. Selecting upgrades and repairs should focus on making the living space easier, rather than personalize the space. Before you begin, take some time to recognize and avoid these issues when selling your home.
Here are some ideas to make your condo show well.
Repair the obvious functional flaws.
A homeowner will recognize many repairs as obvious fixes. The repairs should be performed by someone reasonably skilled in handyman-type of repairs. These items include, but are not limited to: worn-out hinges, loose toilets, loose or dripping faucet, etc. These small repairs are inevitable once the condo has a home inspection and by completing the chores early, you will draw more offers, especially from buyers who expect turnkey properties. A turnkey property is more likely to receive more offers and create buyer competition. Don’t wait for the repair list following a home inspection!
Patch and paint.
Patching any dents and painting the entire house will do wonders, especially if you have a range of colors throughout the house. Be sure to pick a neutral color like tan or gray. By painting the walls a neutral color, home buyers can better visualize themselves in the space. You do not want home buyers looking at your personal taste!
The kitchen and ba
throoms need the most attention.
If you are looking to make the biggest impact, upgrading the kitchen and bathrooms will generate the largest impact on buyers. Over all other upgrades, the kitchen and bathrooms updates have the ability to generate almost a $1 to $1 ratio when comparing money spent on upgrade vs. money earned on the sale of the property. Choosing a solid stone surface countertop like granite or quartz is preferred and will make an impact.