Getting Your Home Sale Ready

YOUR PROPERTY SALE READY

GETTING YOUR HOME SALE READY Consider what to do to get the best return Think carefully about major renovations – you may not get your money back if you tackle big jobs like modernising the kitchen or bathroom before selling.

Budget carefully if you decide to go ahead. A property valuer or agent may be able to help you decide which actions are likely to increase the value of the property.

Deep Clean When your home is free of clutter and surplus furniture, it’s a good time for a deep clean.

- Think about hiring a professional cleaning team to do this for you if you’re short of time.

- Consider having the carpets professionally cleaned – this can make a big difference.

- When the deep clean has been done, it will be easier to clean before each open home or showing.

Declutter Removing the clutter will make your home look larger and more appealing.

- Remove everything you haven’t used or won’t need for a while & consider hiring a storage unit - Buyers will check storage during open homes. Tidy, organised cupboards imply that the rest of the house is well looked after.

- Use decluttering as an opportunity to sell or throw out items you don’t want to move to your next home.

First impressions count

De-personalise Start thinking about the house objectively as a property for sale. This will help you remove yourself emotionally from your home and will help you see it as buyers do.

- Remove personal photos and items.

- Consider having your home professionally staged, especially if your furniture is tired - Think about painting over bold colours and dated wallpaper.

Touch ups and repairs Most of us have a list of jobs around the home that haven’t been finished. Now is the time.

- Fix any issues like leaks, damaged retaining walls and broken drains - Make sure you have consent and compliance for any changes you’ve made to the property - Attend to things like dripping taps, cracked windows, holes in walls, tired paint, sticking doors & lightbulbs

Street appeal The house exterior and garden should be tidy and inviting – first impressions are important.

- Keep lawns mowed, paths swept and free of moss & gardens weeded.

- Check that fences are in good condition & declutter - Wash the house, including all windows - Check that the front gate is clean, tidy & working well - The letterbox should be clean and in good condition - Have a look at your front door & consider a fresh coat of paint and a new doormat. Add a pot plant for colour

Carla O'NEIL

Carla O'Neil Sales & Marketing Consultant M. 0204 120 5961 carla.oneil@harcourts.co.nz Licensed Sales Person REAA 2008

I believe that selling your property can be an exciting and stress-free time when you have the right knowledge and insights. I am committed to guiding you through the process and assisting you on your journey!

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