How to Achieve the Best Selling Price For Your Home
Preparing your home for sale or living in a home while you’re on the market can be challenging. You need to be organised, plan ahead and keep in mind small factors can make a monumental difference. The good news is there’s a pay-off for your trouble in the form of a top market result when you sell.
The senses of sight, sound and smell all play a special role in helping you achieve the best outcome.
There is never a second chance at a first impression. From the moment a buyer enters your property, a positive or negative theme will form and grow. This is of major importance when it comes to influencing a buyer’s opinion. Look at your property through the buyer’s eyes. How could it be better?
Street Appeal
The way your property appears from the street will greatly influence buyers and first impressions of your home. Is there anything that can be done to enhance appearance? Make sure you get your garden and yard in shape. Many buyers are looking for outside space but not a lot of work. A pleasant, well organised green space will add value and this is often the first thing your buyer will notice from a drive by. Sweep away any loose leaves and cuttings to keep paths and driveways clean.
Space is Essential
Can you declutter? Overcrowded rooms and hallways make them look smaller. Buyers love big rooms. A cluttered home can severely limit the quantity and quality of buyers. De-clutter your house of as much excess ‘stuff’ as possible. Remember, less is more.
Pets
Our mission is to make your property appeal to as many buyers as we possibly can, so keep in mind that some buyers may be allergic to cats and dogs.
Let There Be Light
Light is essential. If you don’t have enough, look for ways to create it. Can a dark wall be repainted? Can you use a brighter light globe? Can an extra lamp light up a dark corner? Can garden plants near windows be cut back to let in more natural light? Could a skylight be installed? Light is a seller’s best friend. Use as much as you can.
Clean your Windows
Inside and out. Okay, it’s a big job and you might want to hire someone to help you but when you’re done, you’ll be impressed with how great your windows look. Clean windows really add that extra shine to a home and will make any property look better.
Major Projects
In preparing to go on the market, it can be quite tempting to take on major projects. You need to be careful here. Establish if the time, effort and expense will influence your end result. Ask us before committing to major works. You need to be certain that completing a major project will add value and buyer interest.
