PROPERTY
Voice of An Estate Agent:
The monthly commentary on the local property market from Susie & Brad, the north Dorset team at Meyers.
Ensuring that your property is well presented is the key to achieving the maximum amount of interest - and therefore the best possible price. We have summarised what we believe are the quickest and most cost-effective ways of not only adding value to your home, but also making sure you retain every bit of the value you have:
1. Declutter
Decluttering will help buyers envisage what the property could look like if they were living there. Consider getting rid of or putting into storage unnecessary bulky furniture that makes the room look smaller. Also remember that serious buyers may well want to take a peek inside your cupboards so give them a tidy.
“Consider only having them 75% full rather than bursting at the seams; if it doesn’t look like there is enough storage for you, a buyer will worry there isn’t enough for them either!”
buyer sees something that needs fixing they could mentally reduce the maximum offer they would make on your house. Don’t let a small fix be the reason you don’t achieve your full asking price. Fix holes in walls, broken doorknobs, replace old grout and remove any stains on the carpets. We also advise cleaning thoroughly throughout to ensure your property looks well cared for.
4. Light and airy
Wall mirrors help a room look bigger and lighter. Clean your windows inside and out, replace any broken light bulbs and put a lamp in any dark corners. Add a few green house plants to help create an airy fresh look.
Fix the source of the smell, clear drains, wash bins, open windows, watch out for that “wet dog” smell and air the kitchen from cooking smells. You may also want to consider spritzing the house prior to a viewing with a fresh smelling room spray.
6. First impressions count
Buyers will be judging your home before they even walk through the door. If you look at your property from the road, does it look well maintained and tidy? Give the front door a deep clean or a fresh lick of paint and buy a bright outdoor plant or hanging basket.
A light and airy room feels bigger and therefore makes your property more attractive to buyers.
If you would like a copy of our “Seller’s Guide” which gives these tips in full detail, please don’t hesitate to get in touch!
5. Odours
For further information on how we work, please contact a member of your North Dorset team:
“Bad smells are the single biggest turn off for prospective buyers.”
Brad Hansford – Shaftesbury on 07814 962 161 Susie Palin – Blandford Forum on 07570 357 553
A light and airy room feels bigger and therefore makes your property more attractive to buyers.
2. Go neutral
Bold colours are very personal give the walls a fresh lick of paint in a neutral colour. This creates a blank canvas and enables viewers to easily envisage it as their home. This will also make your home feel much lighter and bigger. “Timeless” from Dulux is a great colour.
3.Clean, tidy and fix
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