Sound Off: What updates or remodels should sellers undertake if they have the means before putting their house on the market?
Q: “What updates or remodels should sellers undertake if they have the means before putting their house on the market?”
A: Updates or remodels are key to a successful sale. Here are some of my musts for sellers hoping to receive top dollar:
•Painting: Repaint the interior with neutral colors, as bold colors can turn off potential buyers. Refresh the exterior paint if needed.
•Hardwood floors: Refinishing hardwood floors give them a clean, fresh look. The choice of stain is key, so consult your Realtor or interior designer. Install new hardwood floors if necessary.
•Kitchen and Bathrooms: Consider upgrading dated counters with in fashion, durable materials, like quartz. New stainless appliances are helpful, along with new sinks and faucets. Painting exterior cabinets is an extra bonus.
•Electrical: Update the thermostat and install or replace light fixtures where needed.
•Landscaping: Trim trees, plant new flowers, lay fresh mulch and consider power-washing the driveway, deck or patio.
•Cleaning: Clean all exterior and interior windows and fix windows with broken seals. Consider a deep commercial cleaning of all interior spaces.
•Staging: A complete, professional staging of the home helps say goodbye to clutter.
David Ayerdi, McGuire Real Estate, 415-794-3212, dayerdi72@gmail.com.
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