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How to Prepare Your House for Sale

Before you consider selling your property, there are several things you need to do to prepare your house for sale. You may be keen to get the ball rolling as soon as possible and just put your home on the market right away but that is rarely a good idea. Small things can put potential buyers right off, so a little time spent now could save you a lot of time and trouble in the long run.

De-Clutter

Make sure your house is as clutter free as possible when you prepare it for sale. Pack items like books and knick knacks in boxes. Store them in cupboards if you have room, and if you don’t, consider having them put in storage until you have sold your house.

Make Minor Repairs

Small signs that your property has not been kept in good repair can be off-putting to potential buyers. Fix leaking faucets, doors that won’t close properly and any other items in your property that are not up to scratch.

Remove Personal Items

Some house sellers believe personal items around their property make it look more homely and attractive to potential buyers. This is rarely the case. Most people who view your house want to imagine what it will be like with their own items in it, not yours. So remove personal items like family photographs before you put your house up for sale.

Make Sure Your House Is Super Clean & Tidy

Prepare your house for sale by giving it the best clean it has ever had. Clean walls, windows, carpets, and soft furnishings. Don’t forget to clean and tidy the exterior of your property too. You want it to look welcoming from the outside, or potential buyers may decide they don’t even want to venture in. During the cleaning process, don’t neglect cooking appliances, wardrobes and cupboards. Property viewers tend to open drawers and cupboards. Even though what lies inside them shouldn’t really matter, clutter and untidiness can put people off.

Remove Items That Are Not Included in the Sale

If there are particular items that you do not want to include in the sale, from your garden shed down to light fittings and shades, remove them. You don’t want to lose a sale because your buyer loves the unique lampshade in your bedroom, or because she was hoping to store her gardening tools in your shed.