If you’re planning on buying a fixer-upper, these are the improvements you should plan on, in order of priority:
Top priorities
- HVAC repairs or replacement
- Plumbing repairs
- Electrical repairs
- Structural roof repairs
- Foundation repairs
- Safety hazards, like damaged stairs and holes in walls
Secondary priorities
- Kitchens
- Bathrooms
- Communal living spaces, such as living rooms, dining rooms, decks, and patios
- Garage door replacements
- Simple landscaping refresh
Projects that can wait
- Paint
- Wallpaper
- Flooring
- Lighting
- Decor
- Major landscaping overhauls
- Additions, such as pools or extra bedrooms
- Luxury finishes like high-end appliances or heated floors
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