Hints for a smooth sale
You never get a second chance to create a first impression. It has been proven that most properties are sold even before the prospective buyer has entered the property. When preparing your property for presentation some important areas to consider are:
- Attend to any little maintenance jobs and minor repairs.
- Fixing the lawns and gardens.
- Steam cleaning carpets to make sure your home is spotless.
- Arrangement of furniture - too much furniture tends to make a room look small and cluttered. Re arrange furniture to create a "spacious airy feeling".
- Times for an open house - ensure you will have enough time to tidy up and create the "to die for" impression you are hoping to achieve. If buyers are initially attracted to a property and emotionally respond as if they own it, then a sale is likely to result.
- Ensure your pets are secured - most people like pets but some don't. Remove pet food bowls and kitty litter trays.
- Ensure kitchens & bathrooms are spotless and uncluttered - put a posy or a bowl of potpourri next to the basin or display some attractive soaps.
- Brew coffee or bake fresh bread for an attractive aroma.
- Tidy wardrobes to look more spacious. Freshly laundered curtains and attractive bedspreads in bedrooms are recommended.
- Place mirrors in smaller rooms to convey spaciousness.
- Place freshly-cut flowers throughout the house setting the scene of tranquillity and also serenity helping to set the desired scene and a sweet fragrance.
- Place interesting items or artwork in feature areas to encourage lingering.
- Turn radio and TV off, put on a peaceful CD - soft background music.
- Serious buyers will want to inspect storage areas - ensure these areas are also tidy and clean.
- Outside lighting is a must for evenings.