| Few buyers will agree to buy a house that needs major repairs unless the price is extremely low or the seller gives a credit for the cost of the work. |
Major
Repairs Checklist
Whether
or not to spend the money to get your house in tip top shape is a marketing
decision - but repairing major problems isn't. Try to correct any of the
following issues before your home hits the market. If you don't, any offers
will probably be on the low side - and contingent upon your repairing
the items anyway.
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Leaking roof. |
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Malfunctioning heat or air conditioning. |
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Problems with electrical or alarm systems. |
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Leaking or broken plumbing system. |
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Malfunctioning septic system. |
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Broken windows . |
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Structural problems. |
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Correct any code violations. |
