If you plan to sell your house, from the perspective of saving money, you don’t need to make the following repairs or replacements.

Older windows and curtains. Replacing windows and curtains is expensive for sellers, but not very attractive to buyers. And some houses with HOA cannot change the windows at will.

Some old houses do not comply with building codes. For example, the building code implemented in California in January 2008 requires that stair railings in homes should be higher than 42 inches and the distance between fences should be less than 4 inches. But this is a requirement for new homes built later. There is no need to spend a lot of money to renovate the old house according to this requirement before it is put on the market.

Electrical appliances that are usable but older. If it works, there is no need to replace it with a brand new one; if it is damaged, consider replacing it with a newer second-hand appliance.

There are cement cracks on the Drive way or the fence is damaged. Both of these are on the outside of the house, and the flaws in both areas won't cause much trouble to potential buyers.

However, there are some repairs that can make the house sell better.

It can be simply divided into two categories.

The first category is those that affect your residence and must be repaired. For example, there are problems with the foundation that need to be repaired, roof leaks, air conditioners that are not working etc. Especially facing foundation problems, buyers are more likely to magnify a small problem to the point where they dare not place an offer.

So here I will give you a small Tip, that is to do a home inspection before selling the house. You need to have a good idea of the condition of the house. This is very important for subsequent negotiations between the two parties.

The second category is the one affects the buyer's first impression. For example, if the walls are dirty, they need to be painted. If the floor color and material are very different, they need to be replaced with a unified style floor. If the bathroom and kitchen are too old, it is best to tidy up and upgrade them. These are all aspects that buyers pay close attention to when touring a home.

The above is a brief introduction to you on how to make renovations before selling your house so that you can spend your money wisely. If you plan to sell your house, please contact me and I will provide you with a personalized plan to help you sell your house with less worry and effort.