THE ROOF IS JUST AS IMPORTANT When it comes to your roof, don’t just get up on a ladder and inspect it yourself because you’ll probably miss something, and risk hurting yourself if the roof does turn out to be in poor shape. Instead, bring in a professional who can tell you exactly what needs to be done on your roof, such as re-shingling, for example—a common necessity. They can also make improvements for you before you put your home on the market. Be prepared for the repair costs, which you will probably be paying upfront. Any savvy buyer will know to have the house inspected for any faults, so making all necessary repairs beforehand will ensure that the process of selling goes a lot faster. Although you can always have your roof checked out and nothing more, if there are any problems that need to be fixed, you can obtain a quote from a reputable roofing company. Subtract the cost of the repairs from the overall selling price during the process of closing the home. Doing so is generally convenient for both the buyer and the seller, considering that the buyer will be more at ease knowing that they can have things repaired and upgraded should they wish to do so. IMPORTANT AND INEXPENSIVE REPAIRS TO BE MADE If you’re improving your front door, it’s also important to improve all of your hardware. Use metal polish on the fixtures of the doors, on the knob itself, and for all of the metal components on it. Even though these may seem like pointless details, they’ll make a big difference in how the buyer looks at your home. Another seemingly minor detail: get a welcome mat and a wreath that matches the overall interior style of the home. Though the buyer obviously may not stick with your style of choice, it will help them to get a more home-like feel of the house and ensure that they can properly envision themselves living there for decades to come. Replacing your light fixtures is also incredibly important when it comes time to sell your home. If you have outdated light fixtures, they immediately set a precedent for the quality of the rest of the home. Buyers want to see that everything is fresh and up to date with current
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