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31 Days to Sell Your Home: Day 24 – Fix What’s Broken (Yes, Even That Drawer)

🛠️ The Small Stuff Buyers Notice

That drawer you’ve meant to fix for three years? The one that sticks every time? It’s exactly the kind of thing buyers remember — even if they don’t say a word.

Minor flaws might not seem like a big deal when you’re living there. But once you’re selling, every detail becomes a data point in a buyer’s mental checklist. And if enough little red flags add up, you lose offers — or money.


Why It Matters

Buyers don’t automatically assume small issues are isolated. A leaky faucet becomes a sign the plumbing might be shot. A door that won’t close? Suddenly it’s “foundation issues.”

$500 in simple fixes can cost you $5,000 in negotiating power.


Focus on the Fast Fixes

This isn’t about perfection — it’s about polish. Start with the obvious, cheap, high-impact fixes:

  • Loose door handles
  • Running toilets
  • Wall dings and chipped baseboards
  • Broken blinds or stained switch plates
  • Anything squeaky, sticky, or cracked

You don’t need a contractor — just a weekend and a screwdriver.


👉 One Action to Take Today:

Pick the one repair you’ve ignored the longest.
Fix it before a buyer sees it.
Then look at the room again — same furniture, same layout, completely different energy.

🎥 Watch the Video:

Day 24: Fix What’s Broken – The Small Stuff That Costs You Big

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