to mechanical systems can be a great selling tool.
Keep reports and paperwork for issues that may arise with a buyer's inspection, or if they are requested. Some sellers leave these reports in the home for the new owner as a courtesy, so they know who to call if issues arise. I have often heard that hiring a certified inspector to do a full inspection of the home prior to selling is a great marketing tool. I strongly disagree. An inspector's job is to find every single little "fault" and you may find yourself "correcting" things that are just part of the normal upkeep of owning a home. I assure you that there are more than enough big issues to handle without getting an inspection report that calls out that the toilet handle is not perfect! More importantly, if you do have the inspection, than you have to disclose it! If you have mechanical issues and decide to sell your home “as is,” it may be necessary to negotiate with the buyer.
REPLACING APPLIANCES
New appliances undoubtedly make an impact on buyers. The National Association of Realtors® conducted a survey of buyers and found that:
• Buyers were usually “interested” or “somewhat interested” in buying a home that featured new appliances.
• Roughly 17% of respondents preferred stainless steel. • The most important factor: that appliances were available in the home. • Most buyers who were unable to get their sought-after appliances said they would have been willing to pay, on average, nearly $2,000 more for them. 27
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