What Repairs Are Worth Doing Before Selling My House in Matthews?

The Finigan Group’s No-Nonsense Guide

Every Matthews seller worries about the same trap: sinking money into repairs that don’t actually help the home sell. In a town with everything from 1980s/1990s homes to newer, master-planned communities, knowing what really matters is the difference between a smooth sale and a stressful one.

Josh Finigan & The Finigan Group specialize in helping Matthews homeowners understand exactly what’s worth fixing—and what buyers truly don’t care about.

What almost always pays off in Matthews

Across the older neighborhoods near downtown Matthews and the larger suburban communities off 485, certain items almost always matter to buyers and appraisers:

Roof, HVAC & major systems: Many Matthews homes are hitting that 20–30+ year mark. If these big-ticket items are clearly aging or failing, they will show up in inspection and negotiations.

Safety & code issues: Loose deck rails (very common in older Matthews homes), exposed wiring, aging steps, and trip hazards cause buyers to instantly lower their perceived value.

Moisture concerns: Crawl spaces are common in Matthews, and so are moisture issues. Stains, musty odors, and standing water are major red flags buyers rarely overlook.

Fixing these items doesn’t create “wow factor”—but ignoring them definitely costs you money at closing.

Cosmetic work: Focused, not full HGTV remodels

Matthews buyers love charm, but they also notice when a home looks stuck in the 1990s. Josh doesn’t tell sellers to start ripping out kitchens; instead, he targets simple, high-impact wins:

Neutral interior paint to replace bold colors or nicotine-yellowed tones common in older homes
Flooring fixes where carpets are worn or hardwoods are heavily scratched
Light landscaping refresh for curb appeal, especially in communities with established trees
Modern lighting or hardware swaps to offset older cabinetry or fixtures

The Finigan Group will walk your home (or review a detailed video walkthrough) and build a ranked repair plan: must-do, nice-to-have, and don’t-bother.

Strategy beats a giant to-do list

Generic checklists don’t work here—especially in a market like Matthews where buyer expectations vary between historic downtown streets, larger suburban homes, and newer communities.

Josh gives you a profit-smart plan, including:

What to fix first for maximum return
What buyers in Matthews specifically ignore
How pre-list inspections or contractor bids can strengthen your negotiation position

Before spending thousands on repairs, have Josh Finigan & The Finigan Group tour your home. One custom repair strategy can mean the difference between being nickel-and-dimed after inspection or achieving a smooth, confident closing at a price you’re proud of.

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Selling in Matthews means understanding how older 80s/90s homes compare with newer communities—and which repairs actually matter to today’s buyers. Josh Finigan & The Finigan Group know the Matthews market inside and out and will help you focus on the updates that truly move the needle. From dated finishes to curb appeal expectations in neighborhoods like Stallings, Weddington, and Sardis Forest, Josh will build a practical, profit-driven repair plan that keeps you from overspending.

Contact Josh Finigan & The Finigan Group today for your Matthews repair strategy and get your home ready to shine on the market.