There are many reasons why you may wish to sell your home. You may need a larger one, smaller one or even want to sell up and travel the world.
Your reasons are personal but there are several things you should do before you list your home for sale. The following will help you to get the most money back on your property. After all, it was probably the largest purchase you’ve ever made; it would be nice to generate a profit!
Consider An Auctioneer
Most people put their trust in a real estate agent and then wait for a sale. But this is not the only way to sell your house. It is possible to use a Sydney auctioneer and get the best possible price for your home.
If you speak to a good auctioneer you’ll get advice on what you need to do to maximize the selling price. With a little good publicity they may even drive the price over the value of the home.
Tidy It
You have an inside and an outside of your home; you need to tidy it. A house for sale needs to be relatively depersonalized. This means getting rid of clutter and some of your personal ornaments and pictures.
You need the house to look lived in without stopping potential buyers from seeing themselves in your home.
As well as removing clutter and keeping the inside tidy you need to do the same outside. A well kept lawn, flowerbeds without weeds and a driveway that draws you in will all help to ensure you get the most money possible for your sale.
Paint It
When you live in a house you tend to paint the rooms according to your personal tastes. Unfortunately this is not always the same as the tastes of a potential buyer. It is a good idea to repaint your rooms in pale pastel colors; this will help to ensure it appeals to a wide genre of people.
Clean The Windows
You need to keep your house look presentable and this means washing the windows as well as potentially pressure washing the walls. Clean windows will allow much more light into the house which will make it appear brighter and more spacious.
Adding a few mirrors to bounce the light round the rooms can also help with this.
Consider Cladding
This is a larger step as it requires an outlay to purchase the cladding and have it fitted. However, this can transform the outside of your home and reduce your energy bills. It will also help to keep the house warmer or cooler in the winter/summer.
Remove Furniture
It is very important that potential buyers can move easily round your house. Take out excess furniture and place it into storage to help with this. You’ll also make the house feel larger which will help when selling.
Look At the Kitchen
It is often called the heart of the home and for good reason. You can easily update the look of the kitchen with a coat of paint, new cupboard doors and counter tops. It doesn’t have to cost much but it will transform the room.
