Owners with the ambition to upsize their property have an excellent opportunity to make their move thanks to the current trends in the real estate market.
Cooling prices offer good buying for those looking to move up the property ladder.
While an owner’s sale price may be less than during the height of the boom, this should be outweighed by the discount they’ll enjoy on their more expensive purchase.
As an experienced agency, we believe you will always be able to maximise the value of your home by ensuring it’s in premium condition.
While general commentary suggests fewer buyers are in the market, we’re seeing no shortage of demand for quality properties.
Below, we’ve offered seven ideas for preparing the outside of your home before it goes on the market.
Curb cool
As the weather cools and leaves fall, ensuring your home has excellent curb appeal is essential. In other words, how good does your home look from the street? Investing time and energy into making a great first impression is the first step to maximising the value of your home.
Light bulb moment
Installing new outdoor lights is a cheap and simple way to impress buyers. A beautifully-lit home will make a stunning image for the marketing campaign and impress buyers who might visit later in the day when the sun goes down.
Fix annoying problems
Most homes have a handful of aesthetic flaws that can be easily fixed to give buyers a good impression. The most common issues are cracks in cement paths and stains on pavers. Attention to the small details will pay off.
Maintenance moves
Clean drains and gutters of any leaf debris before you begin your marketing campaign. A home that’s a little shabby around the edges will dampen buyer enthusiasm and risk reducing the selling price.
Be transparent
Windows are often forgotten in a rush to prepare a home for sale. After a summer of storms and winds, windows are often left with a film of grime. This is unsightly and reduces the natural light that comes into your home. So, it’s best to clean them.
Garden goals
Be diligent in making sure your garden looks pristine. Keep the lawn neatly mowed and spade a couple of inches of mulch onto the flowerbeds to keep the weeds down. Trim your shrubs and consider planting some autumnal flowers, such as jonquils and freesias, for a little colour.
Clutter buster
All agents will urge you to clean your home and keep it tidy before the arrival of prospective buyers. You should apply the same logic to the outside. Any used paint pots or chemical containers should be returned to the council facility. Recycle any plastic flower pots accumulated over the years, and make sure all garden tools are stowed.