if you are not prepared to make repairs before listing it for sale. When you act ahead of time, it is less expensive to fix things, and it is an embarrassing (and expensive) proposition to let potential buyers see the faults of the property during the open house. Likely, prospective buyers will offer much less or demand a credit for the expense of the repair works that need to be accomplished before the deal closes. Experts say clutter is the culprit that eats at the equity and also kills the deals. De-cluttering the property can create a sense of a spacious home. Clearing off the kitchen countertops, overflowing closets, and filled shelves in the den does not entail costs and brings ample reward. Clear the home of all unwanted things. Completely de-clutter the home immediately before listing it. APPROACHING NEGOTIATIONS FROM A SMART POINT OF VIEW RATHER THAN A PERSONAL ONE Sellers often tend to take the negotiating too personally and get offended if the prospective buyer makes repair demands or ask for credits. Keep your ego out of the transaction and let your smartness come into play during the negotiation.
NOT DISCLOSING ADEQUATELY
If you choose to sell the home without making repairs to systems or structures (i.e., leaky roof, rusty hot water tank, or not-to-code electric), ensure to disclose all maintenance and repair issues. You could be liable for problems you do not disclose even in an “as-is” sale; and importantly, disclosure will help you save money and time if the buyers also end up discovering the problems themselves and you must deal with them during the closing.
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