What part of the basement would you finish off first for resale?

[TempesT68]

Originally Posted by QuilterChick

Because there is not much demand for 5 BR homes; quite the opposite. Using that space for an additional 2 BRs is most likely going to deter your sale for a longer time period. As I mentioned before, and I'm sure your Realtor will agree -- it is best to let the buyers imagine what they want to put there, if anything. They may just want it for future storage, or expansion. If a buyer needs the additional 2BR's, they will be happy to do it themselves their own way. Everyone has different ways they use a home.

Very important, you would be spending a lot money out of pocket and gambling that you will get it back. This is not a market to gamble in. Get it sold as a 3 BR, and move on.

I agree with that and what their realtor suggested. Having three bedrooms in the basement and two on a main floor is just an odd layout, plus leaving that area open would let the buyers choose what they want to do with it.

[dmwlakewylie]

If we finished off the 2 smaller bedrooms it would be a 4 bedroom. 2 up and 2 down. We were thinking potential buyers would see it more of a home office with the option to use it as a bedroom. But, I see your point about leaving the 2 bedroom side alone since it lends itself to more creativity in the future. Thanks for all the info, it has been very educational!