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If you elect to act as general contractor, websites like Angie’s List
will have listings for subcontractors you might wish to hire. They
also provide reviews, although it’s
never a bad idea to ask subcontractors for direct references from
past customers. When you decide
on a contractor, verify that they are
insured to perform the work. This
is extremely important in the event
of an accident or mistake. As you
oversee the remodel, you’ll need
to understand the overall project
timeline and con昀椀rm it is reasonable given how quickly you want to
sell. For example, a minor update
to the kitchen with updated 昀氀ooring and appliances can take just a
few weeks. On the other hand, an
entire kitchen remodel, including
updated 昀氀ooring, cabinets, countertops, appliances, sink, and lighting and plumbing 昀椀xtures can take
three to 昀椀ve months. This may or
may not be doable for you. Most
importantly, if you’re choosing to
remodel your home before selling,
you will need to determine the cost
and if it 昀椀ts into your budget. Some
upgrades make an impact for less
money than a bathroom or kitchen
remodel. Painting, for example, is
the lowest cost home improvement
for the highest pro昀椀t. You might also
consider doing some minor
landscaping and 昀氀ooring and updating light 昀椀xtures to generate a
smaller but more timely return on
investment.
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