Preparing your home for the market is an important step in the selling process, as it can help attract potential buyers and potentially increase the value of your home.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you prepare your home for sale.
Neutral colours
Buyers do not respond well to loud colours. If you have feature walls of various primary colours throughout the home, you’ll be well served to repaint your interior in an inoffensive neutral tone.
Light it up
Lighter walls will help support efforts to make sure as much light comes into your home as possible. Natural light makes a huge difference to impressions of space and warmth in a home. Pull away any furniture blocking windows, draw back curtains and put all the lights on when buyers visit.
Update fixtures
Modern fixtures, even in older homes, are well-received. So, update light fittings that look a little old school, especially in the kitchen, bathroom and living room. Replace worn carpet and fix any surfaces that are chipped or have flaking paint or varnish.
Be welcoming
Creating a pleasant atmosphere goes a long way. Place flowers on the kitchen table and use scented candles to reduce typical household or cooking odours.
Be organised
Drawers and cupboards that spill out their contents leave a bad impression so make sure you spend time going through these.
Tidy storage
Likewise, it is important to organise cupboards and other storage areas including the garage and garden shed. Keeping these spaces tidy will demonstrate how much storage space you have available.
Air quality
Ensure your home smells pleasant by addressing any odours, particularly pet smells.
Be flexible
An essential role for a seller is making their home available to buyers even when requested times are inconvenient.