Selling Tips

There are some simple rules to follow when getting your home ready for sale that will help to maximise your sale price.

FIRST IMPRESSIONS ARE ALL IMPORTANT

Potential buyers often focus on the “things that need attention” and these will be what they remember most about your property after the visit. The torn flyscreen at the front door, the front gate that is off it’s hinges or the lawn left unmown for 2 months will not create the most favourable first impression.

MAKE FULL USE OF NATURAL LIGHT

It is imperative to let plenty of light into your home. Raise blinds or pull back curtains to make use of any available sunshine (make sure the windows have been cleaned). Nothing improves the atmosphere more. On a dull day, switch lights on to supplement the lack of natural light.

A TIDY HOME ENSURES A WELCOMING FEELING

Cleaning, tidying and de-cluttering are all common sense. But they will make an enormous difference to the appeal of your home. Remember, buyers want to be able to picture themselves living in your home – so give it a proper spring clean.

GET YOUR GREEN THUMB INTO GEAR

Mow that lawn, trim the hedges, prune the trees and weed the gardens. Even something as simple as sweeping the paths, cleaning the top of the barbecue and letterbox will help create the best possible impression.

A LITTLE GENERAL MAINTENANCE
You have been living with that cracked window pane, the door that jams when you close it or that squeaky floorboard for so long, you no longer take any notice. But to a potential purchaser, these things are painfully obvious. So spend a day or two catching up on those little jobs you have been putting off.