10 Home Mistakes Contractors and Brokers Notice

Home mistakes contractors and brokers notice immediately — and most homeowners have no idea they're making them. In this video I'm breaking down 10 of the most common ones, what they signal to the pros who walk through your home, and exactly how to fix them. After 23 years in real estate I've walked through hundreds of homes. The same issues show up over and over — and the good news is most of them are easier to fix than you think. 📌 CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction 00:21 - #1 Doors That Don't Latch or Close 01:33 - #2 Outlets & Switches Not Level or Flush 03:35 - #3 Caulking & Grout Never Maintained 04:58 - #4 No Bathroom Ventilation 07:05 - #5 Undersized Kitchen & Laundry Exhaust Fans 10:06 - #6 No GFCIs Near Water Sources 11:14 - #7 Poor Attic Insulation 13:20 - #8 Unpermitted Work 15:22 - #9 Garage Conversion Done Wrong 17:05 - #10 No Mud Room or Transition Space 🔗 MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO Portable Desktop Kitchen Exhaust Fan (condo/no-vent solution): https://amzn.to/4xHWxKB 📺 YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE Bathroom Mistakes You'll Regret:    • 11 Bathroom Mistakes You'll Regret   I'm Mac Rogers, a real estate broker with over 23 years of East Bay experience. On this channel I cover home improvements that make your daily life better, hold the test of time, and make selling easier when that day comes. 🏠 Welcome to Savvy Home Owner — where we help everyday homeowners make smarter decisions about their homes. From renovation mistakes to avoid, to upgrades that actually add value, we cover everything you need to know BEFORE you spend a dime. 📋 FREE GUIDE FOR HOMEOWNERS: 10 Things to Know Before You Remodel 👉 https://bit.ly/4eC1RGM 📲 New videos every week — hit that subscribe button so you never miss one! 👍 If you found this helpful, give it a thumbs up and drop your questions in the comments below. We read every single one. 🔨 About Mac Rogers: With over 23 years of real estate experience, Mac has walked through thousands of homes and seen firsthand what makes a home gain value — and what kills it. On this channel he shares that insider knowledge so you can make smarter decisions as a homeowner. 📞 Have questions or want to reach Mac directly? Call or text anytime: 510.854.6723 Email: [email protected] Broker | CalBRE: 01354261 📱 Follow us: Instagram ➳   / brokermac   Disclaimer: Mac Rogers is not a tax accountant, attorney, or financial adviser. The information in these videos shall not be relied upon as tax, legal, or financial advice. If you need such advice, please contact a qualified professional. We have taken reasonable steps to check that the information in this video is accurate but we cannot represent that it is free from errors. You expressly agree not to rely upon any information contained in this video — it is for entertainment purposes only.