I want to sell my house but there seems to be water damage and I’m worried someone will lowball me, what should I do?

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If you really want to sell your house, the best thing you could do is try to get it as clean and updated as possible. This will not only help you not get lowballed, you will also be able to get even more money!

You're right to be worried about potential buyers lowballing you due to the water damage. It's important that you address the issue before putting your house on the market.

Have an expert come in and assess how extensive the damage is and how much repair work will be needed. This can help you determine what a fair price would be for your home in its current condition, so you can enter negotiations with confidence and avoid any unpleasant surprises.

It's important to be proactive and take measures to repair the damage before you put it on the market. Depending on the extent of the damage, it may be necessary to hire a professional contractor to assess the situation and provide an estimate for repairs. While the cost can add up quickly, making repairs before listing can help to get you a more favorable offer and even avoid having potential buyers make a lowball bid.

Before you sell, make any repairs necessary to your house and if you are able to document all of your repairs, this can also demonstrate that you have taken care of any damages and will help give buyers confidence that they are getting a quality house.

This is a really complicated issue, especially not being able to see the damage for myself. I think it’s always best to consult with a real estate agent who can provide advice on how best to proceed with putting your house on the market.

Ultimately I would recommend getting the damage fixed. You can hire a contractor or use a service like Curbio to fix the damage. Buyers most likely not pay anywhere near what you want unless the damage is fixed. What is the extent of the damage if you don’t mind me asking?

If you don’t want to pay for repairs, I’m afraid that is calculated into your offers. Convenience. Price. Speed. You get to pick two.

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