Preparing your home for sale

When selling your property, the first impression is the most important. Preparing your property can help you attract potential buyers, make your home stand out, and increase its value. This guide will help you with essential steps like staging, improving curb appeal, and making minor repairs to ensure your property is ready for sale.

Staging Tips

Decluttering your home can make it look more clean and spacious, giving the potential buyer a welcoming and homely vibe. Ensure tables and surfaces are clear of excess items, using minimal decorations to provide a simple space. This way, it helps the buyer to envision themselves in the home as if there are personal items around the house, which may make this more difficult. 

Maximise the light and space within your property by opening blinds/curtains to allow as much natural light in, or add lamps if the room is darker. If a wall/door looks a bit washed out, we recommend doing a fresh lick of paint to spruce this up.

Pay close attention to rooms such as the kitchen/living space/main bedroom, as these will be critical rooms for the next person; you want to ensure these are well-lit and clean. Do not overlook the small details; this can make a difference for your potential buyer!

Curb Appeal

The outside of your property will need a general cleaning as well. Make sure pathways and windows are cleaned to give a fresh look. Mowing the lawn, trimming plants, and removing weeds gives the impression of a well-maintained garden and creates an inviting vibe to your property.

Fine details include ensuring that the roof is in good condition and that the gutters are clear. If any gates/fences are broken/chipped, give them a fresh coat or replace them, as any visible damage may put the buyer off.

Security 

Another point to consider is the security of your home. Potential buyers will sense how safe and secure they feel within your home, so any alarms/security cameras need to work. Also, ensure anything with a lock needs to be working.

Investing time and effort into preparing your property for sale can significantly increase its appeal to potential buyers and maximise your chances of getting the best price. Staging, enhancing curb appeal, and addressing minor repairs are affordable ways to make your property stand out in a competitive market. Remember to keep up the maintenance work to ensure maximum curb appeal.