Carpet Allowances - The Short Discussion

Question:  The carpet is _______ (gross, stained, dirty, ripped, smelly, non-existent): Should I offer a carpet allowance when I sell my home?

Answer:  No.  Replace the carpets.

Buyers almost always overestimate the cost of replacing the flooring.  Have it replaced yourself before you put the house on the market.  Yes, it’s a hassle, especially if you still live there.  Do it anyway.  Trust me on this one, I work with people buying and selling real estate here in Tucson every day.  Oh, and replace it with something simple and neutral.  My buddy Andy over at Castle Flooring has a series he calls “Realtor Beige.”  A smart man, that Andy.

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