Tips For Selling
You have an opportunity to give your potential buyers a great first impression. A small amount of your time can help to give you an advantage over competing properties. The following are some suggestions for preparing your home to show it at its best.
EXTERIOR APPEARANCE
- Keep any lawn trim and tidy
- Trim any shrubs and hedges
- Remove any weeds and edge the gardens
- Touch up any worn paint
- Clean up the driveway and paths
- Tidy up the garage
- Make any repairs that are needed
ENTRANCE DOOR
- Make sure the bell works
- Freshen up the paint/varnish on the front door
- Repair door locks if needed
- Sweep and clean entrance porch and hallway
CREATE THE FEELING OF SPACE
- Clear out the hallway, stairs and rooms of clutter
- Store any extra or over sized furniture
- Remove any boxes or containers
- Clear the kitchen counter and cooker top, put away any fridge magnets
MAKE IT CLEAN
- Dust and vacuum
- Clean any carpets and rugs if needed
- Clean the bathrooms
- Don't forget the curtains and window blinds
- Give the kitchen a thorough clean, including fridge, cooker and washer/drier
- Clean around the heaters and vents
MAINTENANCE
- Oil any squeaking doors
- Replace light bulbs if needed
- Tighten any door knobs and latches
- Clean windows and make any repairs
- Repair cracked plaster and touch up any paint
- Repair any leaking taps
CREATE THE MOOD
- Turn on all lights and lamps (particularly for lower ground floors)
- Open all the blinds/curtains
- Light the fireplace if appropriate
