Repairs that Pay Off

Placing your home in the Summit NJ listings means getting into top condition first.  Small repairs will cost you less money if you do them yourself now rather than making a concession for them later.  While you home probably won’t need a major renovation, it could probably use a few fix ups.  Plan you repair budget wisely to get the best pay off for your dollar.Doors and windowsThe latest report from the National Association of Realtors puts new doors at the top of their annual list for repairs that add the most value for their cost.  Replacing an old wooden door for a fresher, safer exterior door will give your Summit NJ real estate property a whole new look.  It’s sure to impress buyers. Another impressive update is adding energy efficient windows.  It may not be a particularly exciting change but it’s certainly attractive to buyers.  Replacing your old, drafty windows will make more of an impression on buyers than decorative fixes like light fixtures because it will impact their monthly bills. FlooringOne of the most commented upon features in a home is the flooring.  Your Summit NJ realtor hears it all the time.  Hardwood floors are very desirable right now so if yours are covered in broadloom, you may want to consider revealing them.  Even if you uncover the wood flooring in one main room of the living area, it will give the buyer a sense of what lies beneath the rug in the rest of the home.  If you don’t have original hardwood floors, consider you budget and think about having them installed.  If your listing includes the words “hardwood floors” it automatically garners more interest from buyers.  RoofingIf your roof is old or in need of repairs, go ahead and add a new roof to your budget.  You won’t be able to conceal it from a home inspector and no one wants to hear bad news with a closing date already scheduled.  The cost of replacement will likely be less that the concession you would have to make when the home inspection is completed.  Plus, a new roof also looks great in your listing details.WallsFixes to the walls are usually the least expensive on the home seller’s to-do list.  Your Summit NJ real estate agent is probably going to ask you to apply a fresh coat of paint anyway, so it’s a good time to patch any holes and repair any damaged spots.  A quick lesson at the local hardware store is sufficient to teach most home owners how to make small repairs.  This quick and simple step will give your home a fresh, clean, new look that buyers will appreciate.  A few repairs can really pay off when you list your home.  Plan out a budget and your home will be a show stopper on the market.