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Selling a House That Needs Repairs

Should you fix it up or sell as-is? A practical guide for Michigan homeowners weighing repair costs against sale price.

The Repair-or-Sell Decision

Most repairs don't return their full cost at sale. A $25,000 kitchen renovation might add $15,000-$20,000 to the sale price. A $40,000 foundation repair adds exactly $0 in perceived value — buyers just expect the foundation to work. Here's when to repair and when to sell as-is:

When to repair: Minor cosmetic updates (paint, decluttering, landscaping) that cost less than $3,000 total and make the home show-ready.
When to sell as-is: Major systems (roof, HVAC, foundation, electrical, plumbing), structural issues, water/mold damage, any repair over $5,000 that won't return at least 80% of its cost, or when you simply don't have the cash or time to manage renovations.

Selling as-is to a cash buyer eliminates the repair-or-sell dilemma entirely. We buy homes in any condition — you keep your cash and avoid months of construction management.

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