Your home deserves to make an exceptional first impression. But getting it ready to sell may mean tackling outdated finishes, worn flooring, needed repairs, or cosmetic updates. Those improvements can add up quickly.

What if you could make those improvements now and pay for them when your home sells?

With the Tesoro Team's Renovate Now, Pay Later Program, you can prepare your home for the market without the burden of paying for approved improvements upfront.

We'll work with you to identify strategic updates, establish an agreed-upon budget, and advance the funds for approved improvements. You can move forward with confidence, knowing repayment is typically handled from your proceeds at settlement.

No upfront payment for approved improvements. No monthly payments. No interest when program terms are met.

Just a smarter way to prepare your home for its next chapter.

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Your Home's Potential Shouldn't Be Limited by Your Budget

When selling your home, presentation matters. Buyers notice the details, from the condition of the flooring and freshness of the paint to the overall feeling they get when they walk through the door.

Even relatively simple improvements can make a meaningful difference in how buyers perceive a property.

But preparing a home for sale can create a financial dilemma. You want your home to look its best, yet you may not want to spend thousands of dollars before receiving the proceeds from your sale.

That's exactly why we offer Renovate Now, Pay Later.

Instead of choosing between selling your home as-is and paying for improvements out of pocket, you have another option.

We help you make the right improvements before listing, with repayment typically deferred until settlement.

Why Prepare Your Home Before Selling?

How Renovate Now, Pay Later Works

Getting your home ready to sell doesn't have to be overwhelming. Our program is designed to help remove a major obstacle: the upfront cost of preparing your property.

What Types of Improvements Can Be Covered?

Not every home needs an extensive renovation. Sometimes a fresh coat of paint, updated flooring, or a few targeted repairs are enough to make a property feel noticeably more inviting.

Our goal is to identify improvements that are appropriate for your property and its prospective buyers.

Examples are illustrative. Eligible improvements and advance amounts are subject to individual review, approval, and the written program agreement.

The Benefits of Renovate Now, Pay Later

Is Renovate Now, Pay Later Right for Your Home?

Every property is different, and not every home needs renovations before going on the market.

Our program may be particularly appealing if:

• Your home is in good overall condition but would benefit from cosmetic updates.

• You have repairs or maintenance items you would like to address before listing.

• You want to preserve your savings or available cash while preparing to move.

• Your home's finishes are dated compared with competing properties.

• You are preparing to relocate and would prefer to defer approved improvement expenses until your sale.

• You want professional real estate guidance on which updates may be worth considering.

The best first step is a conversation.

We'll help you evaluate the potential benefits and costs of selling your home as-is versus making strategic improvements before listing. If preparing your property makes financial sense, we can discuss whether Renovate Now, Pay Later is an appropriate option.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to pay anything upfront?

The Tesoro Team advances the cost of approved home preparation expenses, so you do not need to pay for those approved improvements upfront. All expenses must be agreed to in advance and are subject to the program terms.

Is Renovate Now, Pay Later a loan?

The program is structured as an advance for approved home preparation expenses rather than a traditional loan. The advance must be repaid according to the terms of the written agreement.

Are there monthly payments or interest?

There are no monthly payments and no interest while the terms of the agreement are met.

When do I have to repay the money?

Repayment is typically made at settlement from the proceeds of your home sale. However, certain circumstances may require repayment before settlement. Those circumstances will be explained in your written agreement before you participate.

Can I pay the balance off early?

Yes. You can repay some or all of the outstanding balance before the due date without an early repayment penalty.

How much can I spend on improvements?

The scope and budget are determined on an individual basis. The Tesoro Team will review the property's needs and proposed improvements before approving an advance.

Do I get to approve the improvements?

Yes. Proposed improvements and their costs are documented and agreed to before funds are advanced.

Does the program guarantee that my home will sell for more?

No. Strategic improvements can help enhance market appeal, but a higher selling price or faster sale cannot be guaranteed. Market conditions, buyer demand, pricing, and other factors will influence the outcome.

What if my home doesn't sell?

Repayment obligations remain subject to your written agreement, including any provisions that require payment before settlement. We'll review these terms with you so you understand your obligations before proceeding.

Do I need to make major renovations to participate?

Not necessarily. The program can be used for approved cosmetic updates, repairs, and other home preparation expenses. The appropriate scope depends on your home's condition and selling goals.

How do I get started?

Contact the Tesoro Team to schedule a conversation about your home. We'll discuss its condition, your timeline, and whether strategic improvements could be beneficial.

Your Home Has Potential. Let's Make the Most of It.

Selling your home is an important financial decision. You deserve a strategy that considers more than just your asking price.

At the Tesoro Team, we believe thoughtful preparation, informed pricing, and effective marketing work together to create a stronger selling experience.

With Renovate Now, Pay Later, you may be able to make the improvements your home needs without paying for them upfront.

Whether you're preparing to sell in Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Prince William County, Fairfax, Alexandria, or the surrounding Northern Virginia area, we're here to help you explore your options.

Let's talk about what your home could achieve with the right preparation.

Program disclosure: Participation, eligible expenses, and advance amounts are subject to Tesoro Team approval and a signed written agreement. Funds advanced for approved improvements must be repaid in accordance with that agreement, typically from sale proceeds at settlement. Certain circumstances may result in earlier repayment. No monthly payments or interest apply while agreement terms are met. Early repayment is permitted without penalty. The program does not guarantee an increase in property value, a particular sale price, or a specific time on market.