Prepare your home for viewing - with a little preparation you can make a huge difference to the speed of your sale.

 

FIRST IMPRESSIONS

The first thing a viewer will see is your garden or close.  Keep your garden neat and tidy, and clear away leaves from pathways and doorways.  If you live in a flat, make sure that the stairs are swept and washed, and that all junk mail is removed.

 

STEPPING INSIDE

Make sure your hallway or porch isn't overwhelmed with coats, bikes, shoes etc. Noisy domestic scenes are to be well avoided.  If you have children, keep them amused with something quiet during the viewing,  or if possible arrange for family or a friend to take them out.  If you have pets, put them in the garden if possible.

 

GOOD LIGHTING

Good lighting is essential. If your viewing is through the day, make sure that there is as much natural light as possible - open blinds, tie back curtains.  If the viewing is in the evening, switch off overhead lights and use lamps for a more subtle effect.  Make sure every room is well lit.

 

DE-CLUTTER

Viewers try to imagine themselves living in your home, so the less personalised it is the better.  The number of photographs and ornaments should be kept to a minimum.  Remove all toys to storage boxes & tidy over stacked CDs & bookshelves.  This tip is the most important.

 

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