We are seeing a property boom at the moment with a huge amount of interest in family homes in particular. If you are considering taking advantage of the high demand in good quality housing in East Renfrewshire, it’s important to show your home in the best light in order to maximise its value.
But what are the undesirable features of your home that could be a turn off for prospective buyers and how can you make it more appealing?
See your property through buyers’ eyes
It’s essential to see your property through buyers’ eyes and to be as objective as you can. Tidy away anything too personal from rooms including clothing, toiletries and paperwork. Make sure the property is sparkling clean, tidy and clear from clutter.
Mould and cracks
Any signs of mould or damp is enough to stop a potential buyer from walking away without making an offer even if they like the home. Damp stains, crumbling plaster, cracks on the walls and marks on the ceiling are all red flags that there are structural or expensive issues that need to be fixed.
Light
It’s important that your room is bright as dark and dingy rooms are very off putting. Make sure you pull back curtains, remove blinds if they aren’t required, clean the windows, ensure all light bulbs are working and put additional lighting in any corners that don’t get much light. Mirrors can also open up the space and reflect the light.
Kerb appeal
First impressions last and you want people to walk into your property already liking what they see. Think about how your property looks from the street. You may need to consider replacing the front door, door furniture, windows – or re painting them if they are in good condition. Make sure you have some nice climbing or potted plants and colourful flowers, tidy the lawn and consider some bay or evergreen trees if you’re selling in the winter. Jet wash your path and driveway and freshen up any painted fencing or gate.
Garden
Ensure that your lawn is neat and freshly cut for viewings, remove any furniture that clutters up your garden, remove weeds from your flowerbeds. You can even stage your garden to show that there is potential for entertaining and socialising.
Décor
One of the biggest turn offs is a garish décor – potential buyers want to be able to envisage how their furniture will look in the property and this is difficult to do if you are faced with bright colours, busy wallpaper and unnecessary furniture. It may mean giving your home a quick paint job before arranging any viewings and choose inoffensive, neutral tones.