Despite some of the financial incentives made available, attempting to sell or let your house during a global pandemic was never going to be easy.
But as we hopefully start to emerge from the restrictions of Covid-19, here are some tips to make your property look irresistible to potential buyers.
- Declutter
Space is the greatest commodity a home can offer – and in order to create more, removing infrequently used items is vital.
Additionally, aim to ‘depersonalise’ – removing as much of your individual taste markers to allow people to picture the place as their own.
- Showcase the kitchen
Often, the kitchen area can be a deal breaker – even if yours isn’t overly spacious, getting it spick and span is time well spent.
If the ‘hub’ of the home is sparkling clean and well organised, it should go a long way to selling your property as a whole.
- Make the effort with your exterior
We all know the dangers of judging a book by its cover – but with a house it’s often unavoidable.
Your first chance to make an impression on a potential buyer start before you open the front door.
If outside your property isn’t visually appealing, then many viewers may assume the interior won’t be either.
Simple steps like trimming hedges and lawns and ensuring drives and pathways are free of weeds or dirt can make a huge difference.
- No redundant rooms
If, like many homes, your property features a spare room serving no specific purpose other than storage, aim to make more of this area.
By transforming it into an office/study or children’s room, you can tailor your offering to a potential buyer’s needs.
As a result, flexible/remote workers or buyers with young families will be better able to envisage themselves in situ.
- Plan with plants
A simple way to bring a welcoming freshness and fragrance into your home is with plants and flowers.
No need to break the bank, just a well placed pot or colourful bunch to catch the eye can cheer up and change the character of a room.
Even the placebo effect of the sense of cleanliness and air purity that greenery can create shouldn’t be underestimated as a selling aid.
Looking to sell or let your Chorley property?
Alongside these simple pointers, the benefits of local market knowledge and established experience are invaluable.
To take advantage of our understanding of the Chorley property market and the surrounding areas, speak to one of our helpful team today.