The Homeowner’s Maintenance Checklist: Protecting Your Equity Year After Year

Your home is your single biggest investment — and for most families, it’s the foundation of long-term wealth. But too often, equity is lost not because of the real estate market, but because of skipped maintenance.

 I’ve seen it firsthand:

·        A seller who skipped $500-a-year termite treatments ended up with $8,000 in structural damage.

·        Another ignored roof tune-ups, and storm wear turned a 30-year roof into a $20,000 replacement.

These weren’t market problems. They were maintenance problems. And they almost derailed both sales.

The lesson? Protecting your equity means protecting your home. A little prevention saves a lot of money — and keeps your largest investment strong.

That’s why I created a 12-month home maintenance calendar, plus a guide to periodic tasks every 2–5 years (like roof tune-ups and septic pumping). It’s a simple, practical tool to help homeowners preserve value and avoid costly surprises.

Want a free copy of the Home Maintenance Checklist? Click here or scan the QR code to request yours. I’ll email it straight to you and you’ll also receive ongoing homeowner tips to keep your equity safe.

Protect your home. Preserve your wealth. Start today.