If you are thinking of marketing your property for sale, but you’re not sure where to start, here is a list of pointers to help you to spring into action:
- Instruct a good, local estate agent and a solicitor who knows the area.
- Obtain clear and transparent quotes on all of the costs of selling – estate agency and conveyancing – so you don’t have any nasty surprises at the end.
- Gather together your title deeds, mortgage details, and any guarantees, certificates, etc. They will be needed when you accept an offer, and organising them early makes for a smoother process.
- Do minor repairs, but don’t spend a fortune redecorating and replacing unless absolutely necessary. Your buyers will want to put their own stamp on the house anyway.
- Declutter and depersonalise to show the spaces off, and make sure your house is clean and fresh to maximise appeal.
- Simple touches like fresh flowers or the smell of coffee make your property feel warm and inviting to a viewer.
- Make sure good photographs are taken which do your house justice.
- Highlight high-end, desirable or unusual features, or interesting house history.
- Be flexible when it comes to viewings.
- Accept feedback – not everyone will love your house.
- Be realistic and prepared to negotiate if appropriate when considering offers. Ultimately, accept the best offer for you.
- Anything you’re not clear on or don’t understand? Ask the experts – after all, you are paying them for their services!
