Many couples, eager to move forward in a divorce, choose to list their home as-is—often settling for a lower price just to get it sold quickly. But what if there were another way? A way to ease the stress, maximize your return, and set yourself up for a stronger financial fresh start? That’s where my company, Renovation Sells, comes in. We renovate. Why renovate to sell? Let me explain.
Why Renovating Before You Sell Matters
The truth is simple: every dollar counts in a divorce. When you’re splitting assets and facing legal fees, therapy costs, and the expense of starting over, the sale price of your home can significantly impact your future stability.
The good news is, you don’t need to embark on a full gut rehab to make a difference. At Renovation Sells, we specialize in what I like to call facelift renovations—updates that are smart, cosmetic, and designed to wow buyers without dragging you through months of construction.
Think freshly painted cabinets, new countertops, updated lighting, and refreshed bathrooms. These are the spaces that buyers care about most, and they’re the ones that photograph beautifully online. Since most buyers first see your home on Zillow or Redfin, those photos can make or break your showing schedule.
The ROI You Can Expect When You Renovate to Sell
One of the biggest myths about renovations is that they take too long or cost too much. In reality, our projects typically last three to four weeks and average around $40,000. Here’s the best part: on average, homeowners walk away with double their investment.
For example, if you put $50,000 into targeted updates, you can reasonably expect your home to sell for at least $100,000 more than it would have without them. That’s profit you take with you—profit that can pay for attorney’s fees, therapy, moving costs, or decorating your new space.
Financing Options That Ease the Stress
Understandably, the idea of spending money on a home you’re leaving can feel counterintuitive. That’s why we partner with financing programs that allow you to renovate with no interest and no payments for six months.
Because our projects are quick, most homes are sold well before any payments are due. This means you can complete the work, sell your house, and use proceeds from the sale to pay off the renovation. In other words, you don’t need cash up front to make this work for you.
A Turnkey, Hands-Off Process
Going through divorce means your plate is already overflowing. The last thing you want is to spend weekends picking paint colors or stressing about fixtures. Our process is completely turnkey.
We handle the design selections, the contractors, and the project management. Our expert team knows exactly which updates matter most to buyers in your area, and we execute them efficiently. All you have to do is let us in the door.
Support Beyond Selling
Sometimes, divorce means moving into a smaller home or a less-than-ideal space. We also help clients on the buy side, making new homes feel fresh, clean, and move-in ready. A few thoughtful updates can transform a step-down property into a place you’re genuinely excited to call home.
Your Home, Your Investment, Your Future
At the end of the day, your home is more than just a building—it’s an investment. In divorce, maximizing that investment can set you up for success in the next chapter of your life.
If you’re considering selling your home during divorce, don’t rush to “just get it over with.” Instead, consider whether a smart renovation could ease your stress, increase your sale price, and help you move forward with confidence.
You deserve to start this new chapter on the strongest financial footing possible. And sometimes, that starts with a fresh coat of paint and a new set of countertops.
