30 tips to sell or let your home in 30 days
Moving house can be a lengthy and tiring process. Whether you are selling or planning on renting your property we have compiled a list of 30 tips that will help you to attract more offers and aim to get your house sold within a month.
Declutter & Tidy
1. Your entrance space or hallway is the first area of the house the viewer will see, so make sure it’s tidy.
2. Declutter your storage spaces so buyers can see the full area without any mess. It’ll make storage areas look bigger and buyers can visualise where they would put their own possessions.
3. Put away any knick-knacks and things that make the room look cluttered, including toys and magazines.
4. Update your kitchen and make it a key feature – the less clutter on the worktops the better, potential applicants can see the space.
5. Make the purpose of each room obvious, otherwise it may be hard for potential buyers to imagine what they would use the room for.
Deep Clean your home from top to bottom
6. Clean your home thoroughly from top to bottom to make sure potential buyers don’t come across any dust or cobwebs.
7. Give potential buyers a good first impression by cleaning windows so that they let in more natural light.
8. Get rid of bathroom limescale to make the room look cleaner.
9. Remove any pet hair and try to make sure cats and dogs are out of the way during viewings, just in case the applicants are allergic to them.
Finish those DIY jobs so your new buyers/tenants don't have to!
10. Make your walls look smoother by filling in any drill holes. It’ll save the buyer/tenant from an extra job when they move in.
11. Paint your house using neutral shades. Bright colours can put buyers/tenants off if they think they’d have to repaint rooms themselves once moved in.
12. Don’t forget about your skirting boards. A lick of fresh white paint is always more appealing than an aged off-yellow.
13. Repair any in-built drawers or cupboards so that the buyers/tenants won’t be put off by jobs they would potentially have to do if they moved in.
14. Make sure there is no evidence of damp or cracks in the walls and ceilings.
15. Get any dodgy plumbing fixed including dripping taps.
Update your décor - take a look at the current trends
16. Take down family photos each time you have a viewing. This makes it easier for applicants to imagine themselves in the house.
17. Add plenty of mirrors to give the illusion of a bigger, brighter space – especially if your home is small or lacks natural light.
18. If your windows are bare, hang blinds or curtains to make your house look more inviting. Keep the curtains open so its light.
19. Showcase your home’s selling points – highlight all of the areas you’re most proud of.
20. Make sure there aren’t any dark areas in your home by adding lamps or extra lighting. This makes it feel cozy.
21. Show off broadband speed, plug sockets and any other in-demand features your house offers.
Make your home smell nice as well as look nice
22. Add plenty of plants around your home as they help to purify the air and improve mood.
23. Introduce positive colours to your rooms such as yellow, which is linked to confidence and enthusiasm.
24. Bake up sweet smelling treats before a viewing to make buyers associate your house with a positive experience and comforting aromas.
25. Keep your house at a warm temperature to ensure applicants aren’t too hot or too cold. This might make them leave quicker and have negative associations.
26. Banish bad smells before a viewing by having a good clean. Try adding some scented candles or plug ins.
Don't forget to look after your outside space as well as your inside
27. Make your house look inviting from the outside by painting your front door.
28. Make sure your house name or number is visible, so buyers can find and revisit it easily.
29. The front garden is the first thing applicants see of your home, so create a good first impression by mowing the lawn and removing weeds.
30. If you show your home a little love, it will be noticed. Applicants will be in a relaxed atmosphere and feel at ease in your home.
If you are struggling to sell your home - We help people find their perfect home and would love to share with you some thoughts on why you might not have had a successful offer so far. We’ve helped thousands of homeowners over the twenty six years to sell sometimes very difficult homes, and maybe we can help you too!
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Best wishes,
The Alexanders Team.