may not get you more money for your home, especially if it exceeds the market value buyers are willing to pay. You could spend more money than you will make in return, and while at time this can make a home more marketable — it is possible to over-improve.
MECHANICAL MAINTEN CAL MAINTENANCE IS A MUS CE IS A MUST
It is easy to get wrapped up in the aesthetic aspects of preparing a home for sale. However, you should never overlook the upkeep of the “unseen” aspects of your home that keep it warm or cool, dry, and safe from fire.
Take a close look at these mechanical features:
• electrical boxes and wiring • natural gas lines • plumbing • central heating and air-conditioning
If these systems are old, outdated, or not functioning correctly, you are lowering your home’s value. According to the National Association of Realtors®, 65% of home buyers surveyed wanted assurance that their new home had a working central air system. Of the 31 mechanical features inquired about in the survey, across the board, this one was viewed as the most important. People want to purchase a home that reflects their aesthetic tastes and lifestyles, but also one that is safe and sound. Faulty electrical systems do not provide a feeling of safety. Leaky plumbing arouses concerns of mold infestation and sewage problems.
These areas can require extensive work, but they are extremely
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