Do I need to fix up the house before selling?

Fixing up a house before selling should target what actually affects buyer perception and appraised value, not every item on a homeowner's mental list. A functioning roof, HVAC, and no visible safety hazards matter far more to buyers and lenders than dated cabinet hardware or an older paint color. Spending on the wrong repairs is how sellers end up over-improving a house without moving the price at all. Joel Boss will tell you which fixes are worth doing and which ones buyers will handle themselves.