You’re thinking about selling, and suddenly every room looks like a project.

Paint the whole house? Replace the counters? Finish the basement?

Before you spend, I’d look at what buyers will compare your home with and which issues are most likely to affect their decision.

Sometimes repairs, cleaning, lighting and a better furniture layout deserve attention before a bigger renovation. Sometimes a larger project needs a careful look at cost, time and likely value.

I’d rather help you make that decision before the invoices arrive.

Which part of getting your home ready feels like the biggest question?

Chris Nash, Sales Representative, Royal LePage Team Realty, Brokerage. Ottawa real estate guidance: chris@ottrealty.ca.