4,319,419
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - difficult to answer. However, it depends on the motivation of the seller and desire to spend money.
IF the seller does not want to spend money, the price should reflect the condition.
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Troy Erickson AZ Realt...
Chandler, AZ
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Praful Thakkar
Andover, MA
3,988,007
Outdated carpet is a show stopper in my area so yes I suggest changing it out or even adding hardwood. It needs to be updated to be competitive in my market.
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Troy Erickson AZ Realt...
Chandler, AZ
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Dennis Swartz
Columbus, OH
1,452,819
I would not advise replacement. I sold a place with lime green and yellow paisley patterned carpet and the bathroom toilet, sink and bath were lilac!!!
People will buy if the price is right. They're going to put their own stamp on it anyway so why bother!
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Allie Angeloni
Oro Valley, AZ
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Susan Emo
Kingston, ON
4,936,705
New is always better and it will sell faster.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Dennis Swartz
Columbus, OH
290,969
I would not replace it, as you said it was only 'outdate' and not 'atrocious'! Though I would have it professionally cleaned Wanda Kubat-Nerdin. The new Buyer will probably change it out, as they may not even like carpet.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Candice A. Donofrio
Fort Mohave, AZ
564,720
I would say it depends on the other townhouses in the other area and target audience and whether or not you think it will add enough to the value.
In our market, $150,000 is very low end and I would think it would be hard to get that pay out as there may be limited upside on how much it could sell for vs. price of hardwood.
I might also consider just doing it in 1 area (LR/DR).
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Carol Wilson
Toronto, ON
921,504
'Outdated' do we really need to ignore the obvious?
It is $3,000 if seller replaces and $10,000 if buyer replaces. Dear seller, I'll do whatever you think works for you.
Now, if a pet is present. and will remain in town house, do not replace carpet.
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Carol Wilson
Toronto, ON
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
1,052,211
Is 150k considered 'affordable' in your area and is the home otherwise competitive? If yes, clean and leave it.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
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Allie Angeloni
Oro Valley, AZ
979,496
Wanda - I would advice them that replacing the carpeting would probably help sell the town house faster, but it probably wouldn't add that much overall value. I would recommend that they get a quote on how much it would cost, and leave the decision on what to do up to them. It would depend on whether they had any money to replace the carpet, how fast they needed to sell, etc.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
5,868,554
LOL, had this situation not too long ago. The carpet was royal blue and probably 20 year old. Yes, it still was in good shape, but not one buyer would love it. I recommended a more neutral carpet so that buyers would not reduce the contract price for this. Buyers always estimate too high versus what it really would cost to replace.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
1,502,998
In good shape: No. In bad shape: I'd consider it but would prefer to price it accordingly, or give a carpet allowance.
When making any upgrade, staging, design, etc. recommendations the key question is: Will it bring me at least 2x the cost in value and will it appeal to the majority of buyers and be easy to change for those that it doesn't appeal to? (ok, that's more like three questions)
Why: 1) Who wants carpet anymore, anyways! It's gone the way of linoleum and Disco. 2) If you put in new carpet, it may not be the taste of the buyers and they may rip it out.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
7,836,139
If the carpet is outdated, replace it after applying fresh paint on the walls.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
4,572,183
It would depend on the competition in that price range.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
1,725,996
If clean, presentable and not a distraction by color, then 'No'. Buyers often change out everything, so it could be just a waste of money and effort. Rather, let them offer a buyers' incentive equal to what they would have spent for the new carpet.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
3,071,489
4,882,355
213,263
Yes-and tell them its the same reason they wear make-up each morning. :)
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
2,759,812
I can't see a reason to do this. Let the buyer replaced the carpet if they want to.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
2,538,633
Good morning Wanda. Not sure the property would sell for any more money, since the existing carpet is in good shape.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
3,727,873
I'd suggest they leave it alone. I know so many buyers who immediately pulled out brand new carpet for wood floors.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
6,393,494
"dont be so wasteful!"
the new owners may not even like carpet and want hardwood floors.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
637,434
How about suggesting a buyer credit to choose flooring. That might be a good sales point.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
3,345,091
It seems that the ROI is not there ... for that reason I would not recommend replacing it.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
5,049,450
It probably does not make sense to do so. I'd make sure it is in the best shape possible. If it was really disgusting, then yes it is probably worth the money spent
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
1,525,616
I would tell them that they will probably not get their money back on the sale and suggest they offer a carpet allowance instead.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
140,768
Yes, but only if they don't want to raise the list price because of it.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
4,333,772
I would probably tell them not to change it, and price it accordingly. We sold a house to a buyer recently who did not like the beautiful new hardwood wood floors the seller just had installed, and covered them with carpet!
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
846,475
Hey Wanda-I would say NO! Everyone has such specific taste, maybe the potential next buyer wants hardwood or tile-why waste the $$
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
1,513,143
Unlessit is in bad shape let the price reflect it and let the new home owner install whay they would like.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
3,383,334
Depends on the market. If it is a color the market is going to reject, replacing it would be the smartest move. Otherwise, they will be punished for having carpet that buyers see as not attractive.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
321,564
I wouldn't suggest replacing carpet. New owners may elect to place something totally different.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
175,614
If it is still in good shape, leave it. Most of the time, for most lower end listings less = more. More they will get net. If I believe an item will bring in more than it costs, I recommend it.
Spirit
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
1,771,867
I would not recommend replacing carpet. Many people want hardwood floors and it may not pay off.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
5,583,278
I would not recommend replacing the carpet..... I would, however, price it within the right range....and I would also have an estimate from a reputable flooring company for a middle of the road quality carpet..... then we'd be prepared for whatever happens...
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
5,772,575
Wanda,
I am with Sam Shueh on this one. A
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
628,814
I always respond new carpet and paint give the aroma therapy that is needed to sell a property quickly. So it depends on how fast they want to move the property!
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
1,239,901
I would factor into the price of home. You replaced a new carpet people want hadwood floor, wrong color.... Not worth it
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
216,904
Depends.. Is it pink or blue? Is it threadbare? If so, a definite change will help make it move quicker. It won't necessarily give them a substantial increase, but will help Buyers see past it.
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT
1,622,432
I'd recommend a deep cleaning if the color is ok. How fast such THs are sold in your market?(DOM)
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Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - W...
St. George, UT