If your home needs repairs or updates before you sell, you may be wondering whether the job calls for a handyman, a specialist, or one of the many general contractors in your area. The answer depends on the scope of the work, how quickly you hope to list, and whether the project is likely to pay off when you sell.<\/p>\n
This guide explains when hiring a general contractor makes sense, when another type of professional may be enough, and how to decide whether the work is worth taking on before putting your home on the market.<\/p>\n
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\n <\/div>\n \n To make sure you’re undertaking renovations that will make you money when you sell your home, work with a top local agent in your area and let their expertise be your guide.<\/p>\n \n