As the property is one of the most significant financial assets you own in your lifetime, it’s important to ensure it is presented in the best possible light when it comes time to sell.

So, what does that involve? Here are our top tips on preparing your home for sale.

Street appeal

You only get one chance to make that critical first impression, so it’s imperative to make it count. That means the street appeal is one of the first areas of your home you should turn your attention to.

Take a good hard look at how your property appears from the outside, critically surveying the entryway and any gardens.

These should be clean, tidy, and neat. That might mean you tend gardens with a little mulch, trim back hedges and trees, and ensure the area is free of weeds.

Don’t forget to look up and consider the state of your gutters and fascias. For example, these might need to be cleared of debris, cleaned, and perhaps repaired if necessary.

Declutter

Inside the home should be free of clutter and intimate personal effects. The aim is to make your home look light, bright, and spacious, and enable the prospective buyer to envisage themselves residing there.

This might mean some of your personal effects are boxed up and stored, while overly large furniture is removed.

A little TLC

Over the years the hustle and bustle of daily life might see your home take some knocks and wear. Cast your eye over all rooms, looking for wear and tear like wall cracks, chipped paint, and knocked skirtings.

This could be an ideal time for a quick spruce-up in terms of a fresh coat of paint and some minor repairs. We are not talking major renovations here, but rather a focus on detail that ensures your home looks inviting, well cared for, and loved.

While you’re at it, have a look around your property for any unfinished projects and finalize them before putting your property on the market.

Light and bright

As we mentioned, the aim of the game is to create an inviting canvas that potential buyers can imagine themselves enjoying as their new home.

If you are considering repainting the interior, opt for neutral, light colors, which create a sense of space.

Then look at your soft furnishings, including curtains and blinds. These can quickly date a property and might need to be removed or replaced with something streamlined.

On a similar note, you can quickly brighten rooms and make them more appealing with the simple addition of cushions and throws, along with a few well-chosen plants.

Again, this is not about going to a great expense but rather about adding a sense of warmth and vibrancy to a property.

When should you start preparing?

About six weeks before you are intending to sell is the ideal time to take a good hard look at your property, turning attention to what needs to be done in order to present it to the best effect.

This gives you time to have any repairs made, finish any odd jobs, and have that garden in tip-top condition. 

It also gives you the time required to declutter, thoroughly clean, and mentally prepare yourself for the sale of your property.

You can find more reviews of Andrew Johnson and the imsold team – real estate agents Noosa heads on Rate My Agent or contact us directly to start your selling journey.