Refreshing a flat before selling – is it worth it?

Many people who want to sell a flat decide to refresh it first. Admittedly, this involves some costs, but as a result the price of the property can rise considerably. When is it advisable to refresh a flat before selling it, and how do you do it so that it pays off? That is what today's article is about.

Successfully selling a flat is subject to certain rules, which we should follow if we want to sell the property quickly and at a profit. One of them is to carry out renovation work before showing the flat to potential buyers. Does this seem an unnecessary cost to you? Quite the opposite. If we carry out this kind of work skilfully, we can achieve an excellent effect with a small financial outlay. And remember that the first impression counts the most. Potential buyers will certainly be very thorough and will notice any damp stains on the walls, greasy marks or a loose socket. Such details may put them off buying, and at best will force a reduction in the price. It is therefore a good idea to refresh the property before you start showing it.

Refreshing flats on the secondary market

Renovating a flat before sale applies above all to old properties that have already been through a lot. In units of this kind you can often come across decor straight out of the communist era (PRL). This applies not only to the furniture itself, but also to the condition of the walls and floors. Old wallpaper, worn parquet or linoleum, or unsightly carpets. None of this is encouraging for a potential buyer, and it will make them start looking for another property.

What work should be done?

To avoid driving potential buyers away, you should above all repaint the walls. Go for a light colour, which will also make the space look bigger. Also pay attention to the condition of the floors. Both linoleum and carpets should be thrown away and replaced with versatile laminate flooring. This is a cheap solution that is quick to fit. The renovation should also cover minor electrical work in the flat and replacing ventilation grilles. If the property has faults that have not been repaired so far, now is the time. Tighten all the hinges, replace the seals, and repair the windows and doors.

The last step is taking care of the interior decor itself. Even a renovated flat will not look its best if it contains old, ugly furniture. Before inviting viewers it is therefore good to replace it. If, however, we cannot afford to buy new furniture, a good solution is to use modern, fashionable accessories to cover up an old sofa, for example, or draw attention away from an unattractive wall unit.

Remember that refreshing a flat before sale can bring many benefits. It is estimated that investing a thousand PLN in renovation can translate into as much as 10 thousand PLN of profit on the sale. So, as you can see, the game is worth the candle.