How to Make Your House Stand Out From the Crowd by 1 Above Homes267525

How to Make Your House Stand Out From the Crowd

In a flat housing market, you may be concerned that your property will take a long time to sell, if it sells at all. After all, if there is an abundance of houses in your area for sale, how can you persuade a buyer to choose yours?

Well there are several things you can do that other buyers may not even think of, to make sure your house stands out from the crowd. For a start, before you even think about putting your house up for sale, make sure it is ready to be shown to potential buyers. Make sure your home is spotlessly clean and clutter free and kept in good repair. Paint your walls in neutral colours, remove personal items and make sure the exterior of your home is attractive and tidy.

You may not be able to afford to replace your kitchen but do your best to improve it. New counter tops can make a remarkable difference, and consider replacing old appliances.

Make sure you hire a good real estate agent who will market your home well to potential buyers, to make sure you get a fast sale. Take your agents advice on any improvements you should make, and also on the price you should ask for your home. Remember they know the market well and they are in the best position to advise you on how to make your home sell.

Also, make sure it is your real estate agent that shows potential buyers round your home. Don’t be tempted to do it yourself. Your agent has experience in selling properties. Plus potential buyers are more likely to ask important questions if you are not around, so keep a low profile while they are viewing your house.

Put together a file containing all the information that a potential buyer may want to know. Many property owners do not do this, but it is an effective way to make your house stand out. Things like the average cost of your utility bills, the names of local schools, bus timetables, local area information and anything else you can think of are all useful to have at hand.

Giving the proximity of useful facilities such as health clubs, restaurants, golf courses and nurseries is always a good idea. Also include guarantees for electrical items that are being sold with the house. Having access to this information will make it far easier for a viewer to make a fast buying decision. You don’t want to have them go off and research themselves and choose a different property in the process.

Finally, make sure you keep your property clean and tidy at all times, and if you have children make sure they understand that it is important to keep their bedrooms spotless and neat. You don’t want to miss out on a potential buyer because you don’t have time to tidy up a huge mess at short notice.