7 Home Improvements to Skip Before Listing Your Home

Thinking about tackling a long list of renovation projects before putting your home on the market? It’s a common instinct, but bigger isn’t always better when it comes to preparing your home to sell. While some updates can make your home more appealing, others can cost thousands of dollars without adding enough value to justify the expense. Whether you’re selling a home in Chicago, IL, or preparing to list a house in West Palm Beach, FL, knowing which improvements to skip can help you focus your time and budget on updates that leave the best impression on buyers. 1. Skip major remodels before listing A full kitchen or bathroom remodel might seem like a smart investment, but these projects are often expensive and time consuming. Unless the space has significant damage or functional issues, there’s a good chance buyers would rather personalize these rooms themselves. Steve Slavin at Slavin Property Group, has seen this play out repeatedly with his clients. “One of the biggest mistakes I see sellers make is spending heavily on major kitchen or bathroom renovations right before listing. Buyers absolutely respond to a home that feels clean, well-maintained and move-in ready, but in many...