As we move into the autumn/winter months and among various reports of mortgage rates lowering, the number of people looking to buy a new home will likely increase. With this in mind, if you’re looking to sell your home, now is the perfect time to consider how to best present your property on the housing market. At Peter Lane & Partners, we have been helping sellers in the Huntingdonshire area maximise the potential of their properties for over thirty years; in short, we know a thing or two about selling homes! In today’s blog, we’ll provide you with a crash course on how to present your home in a way that fulfils its true potential so that, when you do come to sell it, the right buyer will come along quickly and be assured in their decision to buy your home.
- Enhance curb appeal
One of the most important things to consider when marketing your home is first impressions; if you’re overly focused on keeping the interior tidy, it can be easy to forget that a potential buyer will be more likely to inquire about the interior of your home if the exterior is presentable and attractive in the first place. Be it a well-kept garden or even something as simple as a freshly painted door and windows, these little touches go a long way in enhancing the curb appeal of your property. Lighting also plays a key role; natural lighting techniques such as sunlight and warm colours can be utilised to beautify your home and make it appear inviting.
- Present your home as a canvas for potential buyers
When looking for a home, buyers will be looking at property images and wondering, “How can I make this property my own?” They’ll have ideas on how they want to decorate and arrange their new home, meaning clear, tidy images of interiors will give them a clearer idea of what they want their new home to look like (a blank canvas as it were). Buyers want to visualise their own belongings in the home, which can be difficult if the space feels too personalised with your items such as family photos and clothes.
- Increase room purpose flexibility
From the beginning, you’ll want to make the functionality of your property’s rooms clear, specifically how they can be repurposed depending on the needs of your buyers. Of course, rooms like kitchens and bathrooms are most likely to stay that, but rooms like studies or loft spaces can easily be marketed as an extra bedroom; this is particularly attractive for large families looking for a home that can accommodate the numbers needed.
- Highlight energy efficiency
In today’s world of increasing carbon emissions, buyers are not only looking for affordability but energy efficiency as well. Eco-friendly convenience and cost savings will be attractive to many buyers, so smart devices like thermostats will gauge just how efficient your property currently is and, more importantly, how efficient it could potentially be in the future.
Thinking of selling your home? Request a free, no-obligation valuation today. Our expert team will visit your home and provide a realistic and accurate market appraisal, allowing you to make informed decisions about your next move.
