Episode 200 - Where Sellers Overspent in 2025 and How to Prep Smarter for 2026

Selling a home isn’t about spending more, it’s about spending smart. In this milestone episode, we break down the biggest money traps we saw in 2025:
• Half-hearted renovations that don’t add value
• Cosmetic upgrades buyers barely notice
• Marketing spend that benefits the agent, not the property
The takeaway? Either do it right, or don’t do it at all. Renovate thoughtfully, market strategically, and focus on real ROI.
Learn from the mistakes of 2025 so you can approach 2026 with clarity, confidence, and results.

Timestamps:

00:00 2025’s Big Seller Mistake: Overspending (and the 2026 reset)
00:27 Renovations: Don’t Half-Do It or You’ll Overcapitalize
01:21 Make It Move-In Ready: Full Reno, Neutral Colors, No ‘Projects’
01:56 Marketing Spend: Go Digital, Be Strategic, Avoid Vanity Campaigns
03:00 ROI vs Ego: When Big Marketing Budgets Actually Make Sense
03:23 Episode 200 Milestone: Thanks, Subscribe, and See You Next Week