Tips on how to sell your property

Tips on how to Sell your Home

Ever wondered why your property is not selling while your neighbours are?  It may be that your estate agent is not being honest and telling you what YOU NEED TO KNOW.  Some estate agents are afraid to offend you but if they do not tell you the truth and point things out that may stop your property selling, you can have as many viewers as you like but it won't sell.

At http://www.scottishhousemove.com we want to sell every property we market and is therefore vital to get your property in ship shape condition prior to the board being erected on your property.

So here we go:-

First impressions are vital. Tidy gardens, or close, and have a clutter free porch.

Clean up your house and make it clutter free. Consider some minor redecoration to make the place look ‘fresh’. Although, do not spend too much on this.

Dripping water from taps suggests faulty or worn out plumbing – sort it out.

Make sure property is well lit and bulbs are fitted (inside & out).

Don’t cram ‘stuff’ into cupboards and wardrobes. Storage space can be vital to a possible buyer.

Let the sunshine in! Open blinds & curtains, clean windows and let there be light.

Bathrooms sell homes. Scrub it, clean it and let it shine!

Dream spacious bedrooms are what buyers look for. For a spacious look get rid of excess furniture. Clean colourful bedspreads and fresh curtains are a must.

Get rid of the booby trap – flailing extension cords, slippery rugs, low hanging lights and any items left on the stairs.

Keep pets|out of the way and try to reduce pet smells to a minimum.

Turn down the stereo and TV. Loud is no good!

If you choose to conduct viewings yourself be friendly and let the conversion flow naturally. Viewers want to concentrate on your home.

Never apologise for any shortcomings you think your home may have. If someone makes a derogatory comment, ignore it and move on. 

Please don’t try to sell your ‘extras’ you no longer need – furnishings etc.. You may lose out on the ‘big’ sale.

If a viewer wants to talk price, quickly direct them to your http://www.scottishhousemove.com estate agent to negotiate price.

http://www.scottishhousemove.com estate agents are trained price negotiators. Let them deal with your viewings, we are confident you will appreciate the difference.

Clean & tidy

Light neutral decorative colours

Heated house for viewers

Clutter free rooms – spacious as possible

Shared areas (hallways etc) to be clean & tidy

No pets or pet smells

No noisy neighbours (if possible)