If you’re looking to sell a property, then it’s worth thinking about what your would-be buyers will want to see. Most buyers will have a list of things that they’re looking for – although, in most cases, this list will not have been consciously thought about or written down.
By appealing to the wishes of a wide array of potential buyers, you’ll be able to appeal to those buyers, and thereby drive up the amount they’re willing to pay. In other words, a little bit of care and attention can yield significant rewards.
The property exterior
Any viewing of a property should ideally start with a positive first impression. Since your buyers will be seeing the outside of the property before they see the inside, it’s worth making sure that the exterior is up to the required standard.
You might look at the porch, the garden, or the boundaries that run alongside the street. You don’t have to conduct extensive garden renovations, but with a little bit of maintenance, you can provide the desired welcome.
However, there is one feature that might justify more extensive changes. A property with off-street parking will be more desirable than one that lacks it. If you can build a drive, you probably should.
Interior design
Having finished with the outside, you can move to the interior. This is where your buyers will be spending the majority of their time, after they’ve moved in. Paint it in neutral colours, so that it appeals to a wide variety of tastes. Install new carpets and flooring, and make sure that the skirting board is up to scratch.
Consider using a torus skirting board for a classic, elegant finish.
Gardening and landscaping
A good garden should function as an extension of a home’s interior living space. Installing features like patios and paving can go a long way to creating the desired atmosphere. The addition of a few potted plants can allow for more flexibility.
You’ll have many choices when it comes to tiling. Porcelain paving is a popular choice, because it replicates the look of natural stone at a fraction of the cost.
Energy efficiency factors
Increasingly, buyers are looking for homes that are inexpensive to run, and that don’t impose huge costs on the environment. You can appeal to these buyers by insulating your home, and by swapping out older boilers for new combination ones. Loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, and double glazing can all help.
Damage, repairs and hidden costs
No buyer wants to move into a house and find themselves having to fork out for extensive changes and repairs. Thus, most will commission a survey. To stay on the right side of this survey, you should take a proactive approach. Identify structural problems, particularly those related to moisture, and eliminate them. A dehumidifier and the right paints can reverse and conceal a great deal of damage.
