rooms in nearby homes. Talk with a real estate agent about buyer preferences. They can help you determine whether you would benefit from a simple bedroom addition. Bottom line: If you need a significant boost to your home’s worth, adding another bedroom is one great way to do it. Mechanical maintenance is a must. It’s very easy to get wrapped up in the more eye- pleasing aspects of getting a home ready to sell. But never overlook the upkeep of all the mundane aspects of your home. Take a closer look at these mechanical features: • electrical boxes and wiring • natural gas lines • plumbing • central heating and air conditioning system If these components of your home are old, outdated, or not working properly, you’ll be lowering your home’s price significantly. According to the National Association of REALTORS®, 65 percent of home buyers surveyed were very concerned about whether their new home had a working central air system. Of the 31 mechanical features inquired
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