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TOP T I PS FOR SELL I NG
YOUR HOUSE
Selling your property quickly and gaining the best possible price is the priority for
any prospective seller. The key to achieving this is to present your property to its best
potential. This will help the buyer to connect with the property, to picture themselves
in it and then to make that all important offer.
Our top tips for securing a quick sale are listed below:
Kerb appeal
People form an immediate opinion of a house based on how it looks when they see it
from the outside. Maximise this opportunity by making the appearance of the house
as attractive as possible. Ensure that your garden is kept tidy, it will look larger and in
need of less maintenance than an untidy one. Put pots of flowers at your door to add
a nice welcome. A fresh coat of paint can work wonders to improve the appearance
of your front door and window sills.
De-clutter
People need to be able to imagine how the house would look with their possessions in
it. To allow them to do this, you need to declutter, but not completely depersonalise.
Make sure the interior of your home is free of clutter. Remove bulky furniture and
clear out unwanted ornaments, books and toys.
Complete DIY jobs
Buyers do not want to buy a house which requires a lot of work done to it. And so
it is important to carry out all the DIY jobs you have been putting off: change the
lightbulbs, fix the gate, replace missing handles. You might even want to consider a
fresh coat of paint throughout the house.
Pets
Buyers will love them, hate them, or be allergic to them so make sure that your pets
are out of the house during viewings and ensure that you freshen up your home to
remove any pet odours.
Viewing the property
If you are showing people around your home try to be as helpful as possible and
answer all their questions truthfully. Give local Information about the community
and transport and also any history about the property which will help people imagine
what it would be like to live there. Give ideas about the potential of the property i.e.
extending into the attic, and describe how others nearby may have done this.
Light and airy
Wall mirrors make a room look much bigger and lighter. Consider putting some up,
especially in smaller rooms or hallways. Clean windows inside and out, and replace
any broken light bulbs. Making the place feel light and airy makes rooms feel bigger
and the property more attractive. Ensure that you have lamps on in any dark corners.
Putting a soft lamp in the bathroom can create a warm glow.