Property View June 18

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If the sun isn’t streaming
through the windows, the
right lighting can make all
the difference. Poor lighting can
make your home feel dark and
drab so install brighter modern
lights to make your home seem
sunny, cheerful and up to date.
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Think like a buyer. Now is the time to look at your
home with fresh eyes. Check for peeling paint in the
bathrooms, polish those light switches and tighten the
screws to fix those rattling door knobs. You don’t need to
overhaul the bathrooms and kitchen if you are selling (leave
that for the new people) but you do need to show your house
has been looked after and is loved. Buyers tend to overestimate
the cost of repairs so fix the kitchen drawer, replace
the broken front light and oil the front gate.
6Your garden is one of the most important spaces at the
property. Pruning, trimming and landscaping will make
sure your garden presents a positive first impression.
And now is not the time to argue with the local council about
who mows the verge outside your house. Swallow your pride
and do it yourself (at least while viewings are taking place).
7And keep on top of the cleaning!
While some potential buyers can
ignore last night’s take-away on
the worktop or the washing up in the
sink, most cannot and will imagine
themselves living in “your” space, as
you present it. If your home looks
(and smells) clean, viewers will be far
more likely to see the potential
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