Selling Tips
Early Spring Clean
Houses should be thoroughly cleaned and de-cluttered. Anything that detracts from a potential sale needs to be thrown out, put in storage, or sold at the local auction rooms, market, garage sale or on eBay. Many houses are over-furnished. The trick is to make the property look comfortable without having too many personal things. You could even put your own furniture in storage and hire designer gear. Seek our advice on whether a stylist is needed.
Create Street Appeal
First impressions count. It is important to have the property looking smart from the outside because that’s what many buyers fall in love with. Consider the following
- A house wash with a high-pressure hose.
- Make your garden smile. Give them colour!!!
- Plant flowers suitable to the season
- Keep lawns neat and tidy.
- Remove driveways of leaf debris.
Bring in the Repairmen
You will want to eliminate any evidence of damp and moisture, doors and windows that stick and cracked glass. Spending that little bit of extra money getting those things right enhances the emotional appeal. While it is hard to put a figure on exactly how much more a property can achieve if it is well presented, buyers could expect an extra 5 or 10 per cent. Check the outside lights are working, because you will want to keep them turned on at night for house-hunters driving by. Carpets should be steam-cleaned a few days before your first viewing to allow time for any cleaning smells to evaporate. Window cleaning can also help create a lasting impression.
Picture Perfect
When it comes to marketing, photographs can be the most important element. Many buyers will judge your property within 5 to 10 seconds of looking at the photos and if they’re not excited … then they simply won’t read on and they’ll go on to the next house.
Exit Pets
Pet smells can be a major turn-off for buyers. Not everyone is a dog or a cat person. During the sales campaign, you might want to pay for your four-legged friend to have a holiday at the kennels. You might get the money back with a higher sale price. If they have been living indoors, getting rid of their lingering scent will generally mean a top-to-bottom polish, plus professionally cleaning any carpets and soft furnishings.
Entice The Buyers
When you find a buyer, who is offering the right price, you’ll want to be able to progress the sale as quickly as possible. Settlement requirements vary from buyer to buyer. It is worth thinking in advance about what length of settlement period you are prepared to take. This can save time and help the agent seal a deal quickly.
Open-Day Know-How
Put some fresh flowers around the house, fresh fruit in the fruit bowl and have fresh towels, soaps on display. Ensure all areas have been dusted, vacuumed, and mopped. Open some windows and curtains to allow for natural sun light and a nice breeze, in the warmer months. Alternatively, in the cooler months a moderate amount of heat adds a feeling of cosiness.
Want to List Your Property?
The Collective Team are here ready to provide as much helpful information as possible. Our accurate market appraisals assist you in making an informed decision on whether selling your home or using it as an investment property is best for you. Call us today for an obligation free appraisal. Our local area expert will come to you ready to discuss your real estate needs.
Want to List Your Property?
The Collective Team are here ready to provide as much helpful information as possible. Our accurate market appraisals assist you in making an informed decision on whether selling your home or using it as an investment property is best for you. Call us today for an obligation free appraisal. Our local area expert will come to you ready to discuss your real estate needs.
