Top tips for preparing your home for viewings!

Why do some houses always get sold, while others languish on the market? The answer lies in the little things you do to make your home appealing and easily viewable by potential buyers. So, if you’re looking to sell your house, make sure you take note of these top tips on how to prepare your home for viewings, so buyers will fall in love with your property!

Preparing Your Home

It’s important to make sure that the outside of your property is clean and tidy, and that the front of your property looks good and appealing. This is what potential buyers are going to see first, and impressions count! Make sure that there are no weeds growing on the front lawn, that the hedges are trimmed, and that there isn’t rubbish lying around.

Get rid of any junk laying around the house – don’t forget to do declutter and tidy all the rooms within the property, especially when having photographs taken that showcase your home, as many buyers now search online before viewing homes. Lastly, in preparation of any viewing, make sure that all light switches are turned on inside and outside especially when someone visits at night – this makes a bright well-lit home much more attractive!

The last impression that a buyer has of your home can make all the difference between an offer being made or not. So, be prepared and take care of these details – they’re small but they’ll really help sell your home!

Helping Tips to sell your home

Autumn can be a cold period so always ensure that the central heating is on to give a warm and welcoming impression. Ensure that the curtains are clean and tidy to show prospective buyers how well you look after your home. The garden should be neat and tidy too so that it looks inviting. Check any leaky taps or dripping pipes because they can create a bad impression of the upkeep of the house.

Light some candles to give a fresh smell to your home – this creates an inviting atmosphere which gives off positive impressions for the buyer. You could also light some incense sticks which makes for an aromatic ambiance. If you have Children, then make sure that toys are put away and that there is nothing out of place as this may deter potential buyers.

Keep all surfaces clean by wiping them down and take care not to leave behind dirty dishes or pet hair.

Don’t forget to remove clutter from everywhere. We all like to collect stuff but try and get rid of anything that is unnecessary as it makes a room look bigger and tidier.

During the viewing

Sellers should try to make as positive an impression as possible. Make sure the home is presentable and that it smells nice. Give potential buyers the opportunity to move around the home without feeling pressured or rushed. Create a warm and inviting atmosphere by offering refreshments and snacks, showing off the home’s best qualities and answering questions when they arise.

Most importantly – don’t overcrowd viewers. Allow them freedom to explore and really get a feel for what living in this space would be like. first impressions count, when it comes to selling your home!

Remember, you only have one chance to impress a potential buyer. As mentioned earlier, make sure your home is clean and smell good; offer refreshments and show off the homes’ best qualities; allow potential buyers enough time to explore freely. Remember: impressions count!

If you need any more advice or helpful tips to help improve the chances of selling your home, please call me 07419 212827