do it. Or, you could bring in a roofing expert to get an estimate. In any event, ensure that you speak with at least three different providers, as the costs tend to vary widely. Once you know the total costs and have estimates in hand, you can then look at your budget to see whether you can afford it. If not, it can be listed selling "as is where is". You will need to be prepared to adjust the selling price as well, since the buyer and new homeowner will be the one paying the costs of that new roof. Otherwise, have the repairs done as soon as possible to ensure that the condition of your roof does not worsen, and adjust your selling price to factor the value of the repairs into the overall price. Homes that are upgraded, have gotten all the necessary repairs, and are overall in great condition have the necessary potential to sell faster and for more money than their worse-maintained counterparts. As an added step, ask a roofing company to conduct an inspection and note your roof has additional four to five years of life. Once you have this inspection you will be able to let potential buyers know that they will not have to worry about issues with the roof for the next four to five years.
REPLACING THE OLD WINDOWS
Many homeowners overlook the importance of replacing their old windows when it comes to renovating, upgrading, and improving the home before putting it on the market. Old, outdated windows should be replaced with new ones for the purposes of energy efficiency, safety, and security.
Even though replacing all your old windows may be costly,
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