Do the work that defends your asking price
You are deciding what to fix and what to ignore before photos and showings. In Troy, NY this March 2026, your prep should support a pricing strategy where buyers were paying close to asking.
Here is the constraint I plan around in January 2026 offers landed about 99.8% of asking and the typical sale took 26 days for Single Family Condo/Townhouse/Apt. The practical impact is that your condition and presentation have to justify your number quickly, because you do not have unlimited time to see what happens. Some metrics were not reported for this period, so I will not claim what specific upgrades return I will keep it tied to January 2026 closings near asking and the typical timeline. Prep for clarity clean, bright, and obviously maintained, so buyers feel confident paying near asking like they did in January 2026. Align your photography and showing schedule to capture demand early, because a typical sale took 26 days in January 2026. Decide your repair budget based on what will remove objections during the first week, not what is fun to renovate.
About Jessica Hurta
Jessica Hurta is a licensed Real Estate Professional affiliated with Jessica Hurta at eXp Realty, specializing in the Troy market. With a focus on strategic marketing and deep local knowledge, Jessica Hurta provides clients with expert guidance in navigating complex real estate transactions. View full profile →
