What to do — and what to skip — when preparing a home for sale. If you're selling to us directly, none of this is required.
We buy as-is. This checklist is for homeowners with the time and appetite to maximize sale price on a traditional listing. If you're facing foreclosure or need to sell quickly, skip all of it and call us at (410) 371-9190.
If you're short on time or money, do the high-priority tasks and stop there. Those have the biggest effect on sale price and buyer confidence.
Major renovations rarely pay for themselves on a quick sale. Stick to cleaning, minor repairs, and curb appeal — you'll get more back per dollar than you would from a new kitchen.
Not sure if something's worth fixing? Call (410) 371-9190. We'll tell you honestly what's worth the time and money and what isn't.
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A Maryland foreclosure typically takes 6 to 9 months from your first missed payment to the auction date — but the window to act shrinks fast at each stage. Here's the full timeline and what you can do at each step.
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