11/02/2021
This crazy hot sellerโs market has given sellers the impression they can do almost anything and still sell their homes. When the market shifts and slows down, however, things change. Here are 5 things that could really spook potential buyers, which means less money in your pocket, or worse, losing a potential sale.
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Remember that your curb appeal is crucial since it is the buyer's FIRST impression of your home. Making sure that your yard and flower beds are nice and groomed is just as important as prepping the interior.
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Buyers have a hard time seeing past bold, bright-colored walls, and anyone looking for a move-in ready home does not want to spend thousands of dollars to paint the entire house before they move in. A fresh, neutral paint color can go a long way and help you sell your home faster.
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Damp, musty basements, and leaking roofs will spook most buyers because water damage can cause wood to rot or mold and mildew issues. Water can be a very costly (and silent) issue that buyers don't want to deal with.
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Nobody wants to buy a house with a pest problem, which is why it is so important to be proactive and get a quarterly or semi-annual pest control contract in place. Termites hide in the walls, so you won't even know they are causing damage!
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A structural problem can reveal itself as cracks in the walls, uneven floors, or trouble opening and closing doors. If ignored, the problems can get worse. Most issues can be easily resolved, but they can be costly.
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A well-maintained HVAC can last up to 25 years, but an aged one could be a point of concern for buyers, and quite costly to replace. If your home has an old system, at the very least consider offering a home warranty to potential buyers and having it serviced.
