Helpful Hints

There are many ways you can help present your home for sale, here is a list of the most common areas that will help. The following helpful hints should assist you in making the selling experience an enjoyable one.

First impressions count - well maintained grounds, trimmed lawns and clear access ways are vital the first 10 seconds count.
 
Setting up of each room is important, adjust drapes and blinds to give maximum amount of light, especially in slightly dark rooms, replace all expired light bulbs.
 
Make minor repairs if possible to loose door handles, faulty light switches, cracked or broken glass and peeling paint or plaster.
 
Displaying your storage space and tidying the garage and shed will make them appear roomy and spacious.
 
If you have a leaky tap replace the washer as leaks often seem worse than they really are, they can often discolour baths and vanities.
 
If the budget allows some minor redecoration may be appropriate think about the benefits of fresh paint or shampooing the carpets.
 
Try to eliminate noise when buyers are being shown around, lower radios and televisions and sometimes children noises can be distracting to buyers.
 
Some people are uneasy around dogs of any size, you may wish to keep them out of the house and under control during visits by potential buyers.
 
The home should be comfortable all year round if cold, supply heating, if hot a cool breeze from a fan or open window is a very good idea.
 
Buyers do ask questions, if at all possible let your agent show the buyers through on their own, they will feel much more at home and relaxed this way.
 
Be prepared to make your home available at any reasonable time, buyers may wish to visit 2 or 3 times at different hours of the day to get the right feel.
 
For those “Open Homes” why not place a freshly brewed pot of coffee on the stove the aroma is great. 
You can not beat the smell of freshly baked bread coming from the bread maker, makes your mouth water every time.
 
During summer a vase of fresh flowers on the table is a delicate touch.
 
In some cases hiring of display furniture for a small weekly charge can help show the home off better, than your existing furniture.