Why is it smart to renovate your home before you sell it? There are six reasons to renovate early that I wanted to share with you.

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If you are thinking about selling your home this year, now might just be the time to start a renovation to help your sale. There are six reasons why:

1. You get to enjoy the new stuff. If you're spending a lot of money to update your home, you should at least get some enjoyment out of it before you turn the house over to someone else. If you've been waiting for a decade for new appliances, it would be a shame to move without cooking a few meals or holding a dinner party or two with them.
2. Renovations always take longer than expected. It's just a fact of renovations. If your timeline is six weeks, it's probably going to take you 10 or 12 at least. Give yourself plenty of time to avoid a stressful scramble at the end when you're trying to sell.
3. There could be issues you're unaware of. Selling your home is a lot harder when you run into new issues like mold or termites. Getting the jump on these issues ahead of time will give you the time you need to fix them and keep your sanity.
4. The renovation doesn't have to be huge. You don't always have to strip your house down to the studs. Sometimes you just need a light touch, so think small. Quick cosmetic upgrades help get buyers through your door for a quicker sale. The amount of time your home is on the market is key to determining what you'll net at closing.
5. You will need them. You might not like the idea of spending money on your home before selling it, especially if you already have your eyes on a new one. However, almost all homes need a little updating or staging to increase their value and help you sell quickly.
6. You'll get a return on your investment if you renovate smart. Updated homes typically sell faster and for more money if the updates are done well and are the kinds of updates buyers look for.

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Sometimes all it takes to add value is a light cosmetic touch.
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If you're not sure which renovations to consider, give us a call for some ideas for which popular remodels will add to the value of your home. This topic is especially near and dear to my heart this month since I'm starting a renovation of my own home for these six reasons. I'd be happy to refer you to any contractors you need. If you have any other questions, give me a call or send me an email soon. I look forward to hearing from you!