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The Orlando real estate scene is looking up, but selling your home can be quite a tedious task. Right from finding a good realtor to getting the right value on your property, a series of things need to be taken care of while selling your house. An important aspect of the process is knowing how sell-able your house is. Considering you’ve lived in your current home for a while now, you need to estimate whether or not your house needs a makeover. Here’s what you need to know before listing your property with an Orlando realtor.

What do buyers want?

Most buyers prefer a house that in a good shape and doesn’t need any fixing, so they can move in immediately without having to bother about renovation concerns. Other buyers don’t mind fixing the house themselves as long as the fixes required are cosmetic repairs and it’s reflected in the price. This could be re-painting or replacing fixtures in the house, basically, repairs that won’t burn a hole in their pockets. It is highly unlikely you’ll find a buyer who is willing to tear down the whole house and renovate it altogether. But if the buyer needs to do major changes, like replace the roof, he will probably ask you for a significant discount on the property price. However most buyers will shy away from going through the trouble of replacing a roof, as it might bring in additional costs from having to change the sheathing or the rafters.

Home-modifications you cannot compromise on

Fix any faucets that tend to leak.

Re-paint walls if they are stained or the paint is chipping out.

 If the carpets are tattered, replace them.

Make sure the roof isn’t in a run-down condition.

If the fans or lighting fixtures are outdated, replace them.

Make sure you patch all holes, if any, in the walls or ceilings.

Replace curtains, linens if they are in a bad shape.

 Make sure that the HVAC systems and appliances are in working condition, and if not , get them fixed.

Broken windows need to be replaced.

A smart seller will estimate the return on investment on his home improvement before diving into it.

Making a note of the amenities in the neighborhood houses can also give you a hint on what prospective buyers might be looking for. A little bit of repairing can take you a long way rather than presenting your house in a dilapidated state.