Dear Monty: We are considering a lifestyle change that involves selling our home. There is advice everywhere on the best steps one can take to fix it up, increase the value, sell it quickly with no hassle and much more. The advice is often conflicting and makes no sense to us in some cases. For example, we have kept our 30-year-old home up well and updated appliances and flooring, but to do a complete remodel seems very risky. What actions can we take to get the most out of it without spending a fortune?
Monty’s Answer: The internet is full of confusing, contradictory and misleading information. It can be challenging to distinguish between native advertising (ads that look like articles), agents with differing opinions and writers informed with incorrect information. Here is a checklist on the Dear Monty website that may help you prepare.
