Selling Tips
"You do not get a second chance to make a first impression"
Exterior Impressions
- House number and letterbox in easy to see position
- Guttering cleared and in good repair
- Garage/Carport clean and tidy.
- Repair any cracked or broken windows
- Hedges & shrubs trimmed, edges & lawns freshly cut.
- Landscaping & Garden appearance is important and appreciated. Pretty, modern and maintenance - works.
General Interior Impressions
- Ensure that front entrance way is clean, tidy and uncluttered.
- Working doorbell
- Firm door knobs and handles
- Lights must all work. Leave some lights on to create atmosphere.
- Heat home if weather is cool, and cool if weather is hot.
- Ensure hallways/stairways are free from clutter
- Drapes need to be open and carpets freshly vacuumed.
- If possible, have some freshly cut flowers various rooms.
Bathroom
- Clean and polish all surfaces such as mirrors, fixtures and taps.
- All taps to be in good order without dripping.
- Floors must be cleaned and rubbish containers emptied.
- Check that cupboards and cabinets are neat and tidy inside.
- Scrub and clean all visible mould.
Kitchen
- Clean and polish sink, taps, splash backs, cook tops and benches.
- Clean all appliances
- Small appliances must be put away to avoid the cluttered look
- Ensure the oven and dishwasher are clean inside
- Ensure bins are empty and all sponges/tea towels look and smell clean.
- All feature lights are on.
Open Days
- Lock jewellery, cash and other valuables safely away or take them with you.
- Check that valuables, such as art, vases, figurines and mementos are safely situated or locked away.
Creating an Atmosphere
- You could have light music playing in the background
- Pets must be contained or absent during viewings.
- Have some soft fragrant oil burning in your home. Stay away from insense as some can give off a burning smell.
- The table or bench can be set with simple, modern and attractive dinnerware.
