15 Top Real Estate Selling Tips
First impressions are critical when a potential buyer inspects your house or
apartment. So if you’re selling your home or apartment, here are some
presentation tips to help bring it up to “show” condition.
- Clean out clutter. An uncluttered home looks more spacious and easier to
maintain, both vital selling points. You might even consider renting storage
space whilst your house is on the market.
- Look after any maintenance issues, for example leaking taps or loose knobs
and handles.
- Make arrangements for pets to be elsewhere during open for inspections.
- Fill the house with light. To make rooms feel bigger, open the curtains and
blinds to let the sun and the view inside.
- Your home should be clean and tidy at inspection times. Ovens, tiles and
showers should sparkle.
- Make the place look enticing with fresh flowers or indoor plants – you would
be surprised at what they can add to a room.
- Have your carpets professionally steam cleaned.
- Keep kitchen benchtops clean and clear of clutter.
- Paint marked or dirty walls using neutral colours.
- Repair any damaged plaster or tiles. If the tiles in your bathroom and
kitchen are looking old, new grout can make them seem brand new.
- Ensure that windows are sparkling clean.
- Make your home smell beautiful. Fresh air is good in summer or spring.
Alternatively, you might brew coffee, use an oil burner, potpourri or bake
biscuits prior to your open for inspection.
- Put out fresh towels, tea towels, table cloths, etc.
- Switch off the television and radio, although soft, soothing music may be
suitable.
- Make sure your home is a comfortable temperature.
If you are currently thinking about selling your home but are not sure what
you need to do to get it ready, contact us today. We would be happy to inspect
your property and provide some suggestions to improve its value, as well as the
selling price you may achieve in today’s market.
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