Toni Coutts - Presenting Your Home For Sale

Big enough to count, Small enough to care.

First Impressions Count

We understand that this is your home and you hold some very special memories here, but as you move into your next chapter you should put emotions aside to prepare your home in the best possible light to the market.

There are some key areas that are more likely to win over prospective buyers.

Our checklist is to guide and assist you for the best presentation of your property.

Maximise Curb Appeal

Many buyers drive by a property they

are interested in before they arrange an inspection. They will make a quick

judgement based on what they see

Making a good first impression starts

right at the curb. If you look at it from a buyer’s perspective, “would it entice

you to inspect?” Remember your home

is on the market 24/7

Help enhance your curb appeal:

Make sure your property’s number

is clearly visible from the street

High-pressure clean pavements to

remove any grime or dirt

Paint the fence if it is looking a bit scruffy

Ensure your outside light bulbs are working

Tidy up the front garden:

Keep it neat and trim

Weed your garden beds

Mow the lawn

Prune shrubs

Make sure you water your garden

Put garden tools away

Ensure all kids’ play equipment is clean and tidy

If you have a pet make sure you

hide their food bowls and tided up

Need Assistance? A GDL agent can assist, and put you in touch with your local tradesman.

Property Maintenance

The end goal is to make someone else fall in love with your home, just as you once did Preparing your home for sale

means going from room to room and ensuring everything is clean and tidy If you are time-poor, hire a professional cleaner.

Clean all windows and window frames

Remove any cobwebs

Wipe down every surface

Clean the inside of your cupboards

Remove all grime, animal hair, mould, and dust

Repairs:

It is better to call in a professional for any major repairs that need doing

Some jobs that might need quick attention include:

Replace broken tiles

Re-grout around tiles

Fix leaky taps

Fix doors that don’t swing easily

Resurface or paint over chipped or stained surfaces

Replace cracked glass or mirrors

Replace burnt-out light bulbs

Need Assistance?

A GDL agent can assist, and put you in touch with your local tradesman.

Depersonalise and Declutter

Arrange the furniture so that it looks stylish and allows people to move around

the property easily

Make the beds

Remove heavy curtains or blinds

Open all blinds, curtains and shutters

Air out your home for at least an hour before the inspection

Add some potted plants around your interior

Put freshly cut flowers on your dining table

It is important that your property is immaculately presented to maximise appeal and interest to achieve the best possible price in today’s market.

Room by Room

Front Entrance Area

Make your home welcoming by having your entry area feel light and bright

Clean all your windows and door frames

Remove any cobwebs

Wipe down and dust surface areas

Remove all grime, animal hair, mould, and dust

Living Room

Buyers like large living areas, so be sure to reduce the clutter and maximise the space. Less is more, so relocate any bulky or dark furniture which doesn’t enhance the space.

Reposition your furniture to make it

easy to move through

Add a coffee or side table and style accordingly

Have carpets professionally cleaned

Kitchen

The kitchen is one room that can make or break a sale. It’s usually the most expensive area in most properties,

make sure it looks functional. Here are some quick fixes to help make your

kitchen shine:

Clear the clutter

Leave benches clear

Tidy pantry

Leave the sink area clearer

Clean your dishwasher

Buyers need to feel an

Room by Room

Bathrooms

B

uyers today like bathrooms to be a relaxing retreat.

Clean your tiles and grouting

Make your windows, mirrors and shower screens are spotless and free of streaks

Fix cracked basins, toilets or tubs.

Clear the clutter off the top of the vanity

Neutral towels and hand towels

Empty bins

Remove all personal

items/toiletries

Bedrooms

Bedrooms need to be presented neat and tidy Keep things neutral throughout the room.

Invest in new linen and matching

bedside lamps

Declutter wardrobes to show off the amount of storage on offer

Be sure to empty linen baskets and bins

Make your bed

Remove dirty laundry

Remove any extra furniture to

make the room feel bigger

Keep things neutral , so you can appeal to a broad range of buyers

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