Should I List Now or Wait Until I Finish Some Repairs?

This question comes up constantly with Charlotte sellers—and the honest answer is: it depends on which repairs you’re talking about and what the market is doing right now.

Josh Finigan & The Finigan Group approach this decision strategically, not emotionally. The goal isn’t to have a “perfect” house. The goal is to maximize your net proceeds with the least risk and delay.

The key mistake sellers make

Many homeowners assume more repairs = higher price. In reality, some repairs increase value, some simply protect value, and others never pay you back.

Josh breaks repairs into three categories:

1. Non-negotiables
These are issues that will almost certainly come up in inspections or scare buyers:

Roof problems
Active water intrusion
Electrical or safety hazards
HVAC systems at obvious end-of-life

If these exist, waiting to fix them is often smarter than listing immediately—because buyers will either walk or demand steep concessions.

2. Marketability repairs
These don’t add dollar-for-dollar value, but they help the home sell faster:

Fresh, neutral paint
Minor flooring fixes
Basic landscaping and curb appeal
Lighting and hardware updates

Josh often recommends handling these before listing because they reduce friction and protect your pricing.

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3. Nice-to-have upgrades
Full remodels, high-end finishes, or over-customization usually don’t pay off before selling. These are rarely worth delaying your listing.

How Josh helps you decide

Instead of guessing, The Finigan Group walks you through:

What buyers in your Charlotte neighborhood are actually reacting to
Which repairs will show up in negotiations anyway
Whether listing sooner—even imperfect—beats waiting months

If you’re stuck between “list now” and “fix first,” don’t default to delay. Get a clear, profit-driven recommendation from Josh Finigan, based on your home—not generic advice.