Every house sale is different. Sometimes you’re up-sizing, sometimes your down-sizing, and sometimes you need to get a sale secured fast because of other factors at play. Regardless of your circumstances, getting the best possible price for your property is still our number one goal.

 

With different circumstances at play, often you need to make decisions fast which is why we’ve rounded up these quick, cost-effective improvements you can make to your property to ensure you achieve the very best price.

 

 

For potential buyers, they need to envisage themselves in your property as soon as they see the first picture. This is much easier when spaces are clean, bright, and un-cluttered. Consider clearing out family knick-knacks and photographs, and if you can, move appliances into cupboards so the kitchen looks spacious and inviting.

 

 

When a buyer comes to view your home, the last thing they want to be thinking about is a list of things they’d need to fix before they could move in. If you’ve got visible wear and tear, loose wires, or cabinets with no handles, it’s best to get these sorted before you start marketing your property. There are lots of cost-effective ways to do this such as buying basic light fittings rather than having exposed bulbs.

 

 

First impressions count. As you arrive at your property you want people to feel excited to look inside. Whether you’re selling a flat, or house, there are plenty of ways to brighten up that welcome. If you’ve got outside space with a lawn or bushes, make sure these are well maintained. You could also look to buy some low-cost planters to add some life to your entrance.

 

Though re-painting might not be an option, pressure washing the exterior can make a marked difference in how your home looks, especially if the front door is clean.

 

 

 

Now more than ever, buyers are looking for spaces where they can also create a home office. Whether it’s something you currently have in your home or not, this could be a big selling point, so it’s best to highlight it if you can. Perhaps you have a second bedroom that could also include a desk, or maybe, there’s space in a living area where this could be accommodated? If there is, make sure you highlight this to your estate agent and include some photos.

 

 

Light, bright, neutral colours make all the difference. If you’ve got some rooms that are looking tired, a fresh lick of paint can really help buyers feel that the space is move-in ready. Stick to light colours to appeal to buyers so they can see how they can make their mark.