Advice on presenting a home

Think like a buyer: you only get one opportunity to make that crucial first impression. Our agents will provide clear, objective advice to help you to prepare your property for sale. In general, key areas to consider are:

Think space... clear benches, minimize clutter
Think smell... pets, smoking and cooking smells
Think street.... paint fences, tidy the garden
Think temperature... have fires roaring in winter, and use a dehumidifier if your home is damp.

Good preparation before going to market will pay off at negotiation time. If a buyer has seen your home as well-presented, they are less likely to negotiate the asking price on the basis of what needs to be done.