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Should You Sell Your Home As Is?

Are you hoping to sell your home with as little hassle as possible? While carefully preparing your property can help you secure a great price, that may not be your biggest priority. Some sellers are willing to forgo repairs and staging in favour of a quick and convenient sale. If this sounds familiar, you may be wondering whether to list your home “as is” (a step that comes with potential pros and cons).

If you’re thinking of selling as is, here’s what you should know…

What is selling as is?

Let’s start with the basics: what does it mean to sell a home as is? When you list your property this way, you’re telling potential buyers that it’s for sale in its current condition. In other words, you won’t make any improvements, and you’re not open to negotiations that would see you performing repairs (or providing funding to complete them).

The benefits and drawbacks

Pouring less energy into your home sale may sound like a good idea, and there are situations where it’s the right decision. That said, it’s important to weigh the pros and cons of going this route before you make a decision.

The pros

Without a doubt, selling as is has its appeal. First off, it can be highly cost-effective. Sure, preparing a property can pay off big—and most full-service agents will include some level of assistance with this (including staging) in their fees. That said, if your home is going to require extensive improvements before it’s in show-ready shape, it may not be affordable in the short-term.

An as-is sale can also be a lot less time-consuming than a traditional one. While an experienced agent should always ensure that the selling process is smooth for you, your involvement and input is crucial. The more steps taken during the process, the more decision-making you’ll need to do. If you simply don’t have any time to focus on your sale, it’s possible that selling as is will be a good bet.

Lastly, as-is sales can (in some instances) be the less stressful way to go. A prime example is if you’re helping an older relative downsize. Depending on their financial situation, repairing the property and going back and forth about improvements with the buyer may not be in anyone’s best interest.

The cons

Of course, there are also potential downsides to selling as-is. The biggest is probably the fact that you may not achieve the same high return. The truth is, many buyers will likely assume that there are some major defects with your property—and they may low-ball you as a result.

You’ll likely also be looking at a smaller buyer pool. Many home hunters want a nearly pristine property. If your home needs some serious work, they’ll likely put it in the “fixer-upper” category. There’s definitely a market for that type of property, but you should be aware that they don’t usually attract the same level of interest as those that don’t have any significant issues.

Lastly, selling as is doesn’t relieve you of your obligation to disclose your home’s major defects. In addition, buyers who are seriously interested in it may make their offer contingent on an inspection. In other words, there’s still transparency associated with selling this way.


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Should you sell your home as-is?

If you’re hoping to get top dollar for your home, a skilled local agent can help ensure that your sale is as smooth and hassle-free as possible. It doesn’t have to be a full-time job for you. Having said that, listing as is can be the right decision for some sellers. If your property requires a lot of work that you don’t have the time or funds to do, you may want to consider it.

It can also work well for those who are stressed out by the idea of taking part in the selling process. Let’s say you need to relocate, have a million tasks on your plate, and are okay with a lower return in exchange for less stress. Under these circumstances, an as-is sale may also be right for you.

Before making any big decisions associated with your sale, it’s best to talk to a local agent with a proven track record. A true professional can help you weigh the pros and cons—and settle on the best course of action for you!

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