not sentimental.
The Math Doesn’t Lie Say your home is worth $275K. You drop $25K on a high-end kitchen reno. That doesn’t make your home worth $300K. It might add value, sure—but most major remodels only recoup about 50–60% of their cost. You’re not a flipper on a reality show. You’re a smart seller who wants to invest where it counts.
Start with the Must-Haves Before you get fancy, cover your basics: • Roof solid? • HVAC humming?
• Electrical up to code? • Plumbing leak-free? • Foundation crack-free?
If not, start there. A buyer won’t care about your new appliances if the water heater’s on life support. And trust me—those issues will come up in inspection. Pro Tip: Pre-Inspect Like a Boss Want to flex confidence and avoid deal-killers? Get your own inspection done before listing. • Call in the HVAC tech. • Bring in an electrician. • Get that plumber under the house. • Let a home inspector give you the ugly truth. Then fix what matters—or price accordingly. Buyers love transparency. Agents love clean reports. And you’ll love not losing sleep during the option period. New Appliances? Hell Yes. Want an instant “wow” factor? Stainless steel appliances still 25
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