Preparing Your Home For Sale
People tend not to buy bricks and mortar, but a 'home.' If
a house doesn't 'feel' right it will be difficult to sell.
The 'feel' of your house can be influenced by a host of individual
factors. Here are a few hints to help you make your house 'feel' like
your viewers' new 'home.'
First impressions are vital. Ensure that the front garden is neat
and tidy and that the front elevation of the house, at least, is well
maintained - particularly the front door! A hanging basket by the
front door is well worth the investment.
Tidy up! Clutter really does make a house look smaller. A tidy house
has the feel of a much larger one. Think about any unnecessary furniture
as well. If in doubt - get it out!
Pay attention to the smells. Homebuyers use all their senses when
getting the 'feel' of your home. Clean the curtains and carpets
and give the whole place a good ‘spring clean’. There's
a lot of truth in the old adage of employing the aroma of freshly
baked bread and a pot of fresh coffee. At least, use a little pot
pourri around the place. A couple of bunches of fresh fragrant flowers
make a huge difference.
In addition to preparation of the house itself, gather together a
portfolio of paperwork that any serious potential buyer may very well
want to see. Gas, electricity bills etc., plus any guarantees for
damp proofing or other remedial work that have been undertaken.
Whilst these tasks may seem something of a chore, they really will
make a tremendous difference to the saleability of your house.
