Small defects can make buyers worry about bigger ones. Fixing visible issues before listing helps buyers feel reassured, not suspicious.
Gabriel da Matta advises repairing damp patches, broken gutters, cracked paint, sticking doors, leaking taps, and loose tiles. “It’s amazing how small fixes completely change the buyer experience,” he says.
However, he cautions against large renovations unless they are essential. The goal is to present the home cleanly, honestly, and transparently, not to rebuild it. Surdo Prop guides sellers on what to prioritise so money is spent wisely, not emotionally.
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