It’s essential that your property looks appealing. Prospective buyers are often swayed by how they feel when they view a property. A well-maintained, clean and tidy property will give a better overall impression and in turn sell more easily.
Tips:
– A front garden/balcony railing/entrance hall is usually the first part of a property that a potential buyer sees. Make sure this is well-maintained/tidy/clean;
– Make sure there are as few personal items lying around as possible. Decorative items are fine of course but try to keep these to a minimum. It’s easier to obtain a good overall idea of a tidy home and potential buyers like that;
– Make sure all the curtains are drawn to allow light in. Most people like light and airy properties;
– Make sure the windows are clean so that buyers can easily see out of them;
– Potential buyers will open built-in cupboards such as the meter cupboard or stair cupboard. It gives a poor impression if these are crammed full of stuff so make sure you tidy them up;
– Make sure any pets are kept elsewhere during viewings and the property is free of hair, odours and toys;
– Make sure any built-in lighting and other electronic equipment works. Replace any bulbs that have blown and repair any defective items such as dimmers;
– Make sure kitchen worksurfaces are as empty as possible and appliances are clean. It’s important to have a hygienic and tidy kitchen;
– Make sure all the grouting, sealant and of course toilets and bathroom taps are spotlessly clean. Also leave as few items as possible in the bathroom, so remove the laundry basket, tubes and bottles etc.;
– Loose skirting boards, peeling wallpaper, broken door handles etc. make a poor impression. Make sure such details have also been properly repaired. This often requires very little effort but makes the property look much more appealing.