Preparing your home for sale
Our team are often asked by clients for a list of things to complete on their property before it hits the market. Whilst each home is different there are often some common chores that can help with a successful selling campaign. If you are considering selling in 2023, here are our top 5 tips to get your home ready;
1. Avoid loud colours and quirky décor – Keep the tones throughout neutral so potential buyers can imagine their style when viewing the property.
2. Declutter – De-clutter the property of too many personal items and effects such as; excessive appliances on benchtops, photos, or bulky large furniture items. Keep the presentation simple and neutral as well. Consider engaging a property stylist to assist with the presentation.
3. Improve curb appeal – There are no second chances for a first impression. Take the time to stand out the front of the property to see what a potential buyer would see. If you don’t create an inviting curb appeal, buyers might not even inspect. It can be as simple as painting the front door, hosing down the external walls and driveways or even painting the property. Clear the yard of debris and unwanted items, fix fences, spruce up the gardens, fertilise the lawn or buy a new house number, to name a few.
4. Remove odours – It is essential to take the time to focus on any unusual smells in the property. These can be pet odours, left-over cooking scents or unwanted musty and mouldy smells. Before any inspection with potential buyers, you may like to consider a deodorising treatment, burning fragrance oils, or baking a cake to create a more pleasant experience.
5. General cleaning, repairs, and maintenance – Take the time to walk around the property and ask yourself, “What is something small I could do to improve this room”. Consider painting stained grout, replacing cupboard
handles, sugar-soaping walls, and an all-over clean from top to bottom of the property.
Our team have an extensive list of reliable trades and services that will be able to assist with some of tasks listed above. If you need assistance preparing a property for sale, please get in touch with our friendly team, who can guide you through the process.
