Tips for Selling Your Home

Selling your home may be one of the largest financial project that you will undertake in your life. Whether it is an investment property that you are trying to maximise your gain or just your home that you are selling you are out to do it as quickly as possible and at the most profit. Here are 5 savvy tips for selling your house. Let’s start from the outside and work our way in…

1. Making the most of your garden.
   All exterior features including your garden should be presented at their best. Investing in the time and effort to make your garden better will have a great effect not just on the appeal but the price of your property. Also think about the season and the types of trees, plants and flowers when you will be selling. A cold winter when your garden is bare might not be the best time to take full advantage of your work.
2. Making all necessary repairs.
   Although repairs will cost you money uncompleted they will be a hindrance to your sale. Remember you are creating an environment that people can move into even if it is an investment property. Others may wish to make modifications but unsightly needed repairs can be a big turn off even if minor. No one wants to buy a car with a dent in it and so all repairs should be completed.
3. Depersonalising.
   At the time of sale and that of open inspections make sure your house is completely depersonalised. This means that all traces of who is or was living in the house or home are to be removed. This means items such as photos and clothing and shoes should be completely removed. Anything that gives hint to those currently living or previously living should be removed where possible. The house environment should feel neutral and devoid of human habitation except where it is beneficial to the appearance of the home such as items in the kitchen that will add to the lifestyle feel. This will give the potential buyers an opportunity to mentally see themselves in your property.
4. Make sure everything is tidied.
   And whether you do it yourself or contact a professional commercial cleaning company your house needs to be absolutely spotless. If those viewing your home are not absolutely comfortable they will have those emotions and be turned off instantly.
5. Maximising time of year, climate and other seasonal factors.
   If you are selling in winter it will be a good idea to take advantage of your heating and in summer your swimming pool and air-conditioning. Think about the best time of year to be selling your home in particular. Do you have a wonderful open fireplace? When time of year is your house most appealing?

If all of this seems too much to think of and there is a lot more you can do, consider hiring professionals who are specialised at preparing your house for sale. They will manage and work with all other companies and agents such a landscaping, home and office cleaning and repairs companies and prepare your home with all those little tricks that make it just that little more sellable. Considering the amount of your investment one of these agents may be the option for you.