How To Prepare To Sell Your Property Privately

Selling your own property can be easier than you think and it all comes down to the preparation. This not only means having the property clean and tidy, but also knowing the area well enough to list off local schools, hospitals and public transport options.

Other areas you can prepare for when selling your own home are any renovations or improvements that will increase the value of the home, scheduling open for inspection times and where you will advertise the property to gain buyer interest.

An Independent Valuator Will Offer Guidance

In the early stages of selling your own home, you will need to consult with an independent valuator. They will be able to give you a ball park figure of what the home can potentially sell for in its current condition.

They will also give you a rundown of the areas that could be improved to assist with the speed of sale and also getting more money for the property.

Preparations For The Outside Of Your Home

The first thing that potential buyers see when they pull up to your home is the exterior. If you have weeds growing, branches lying across the lawn and chipped facia boards, right off the bat, the potential buyers will start seeing everything that they will have to do to get this house in good condition.

Therefore, you want to avoid this initial reaction and you can do so by following these tips to prepare the exterior of your home for sale:

• Raking the leaves, mowing the lawn and pulling out weeds.
• Consider planting flowers and pruning trees and shrubs
• Have the gutters cleaned and the house painted if needed.
• Take your children's toys inside or at least have them set up in a presentable manner that makes your garden look family friendly.
• Wash your windows, screen doors, deck, patio, and exterior of the home.
• Replace the front door mat.

Preparing The Interior Of Your Home

Once the potential buyers have made it up the front path, you need to show them the interior of your home in the best possible light. Small changes will really make the difference between walking into a shabby living room and watching their eyes light up in excitement. Here are some tips to prepare the inside of your home before selling:

• Paint the interior walls of your home in a neutral colour.
• Repair any squeaky doors, cabinets, drawers, leaking taps, etc.
• Have your carpets cleaned and your floors polished.
• Clean and dust the window sills, blinds and curtains in your home.
• Make sure that there is no dust on light fixtures
• Keep the bathroom mildew and water stain free.
• Make sure that there is no cluttering in any of the rooms.
• Organize the garage and shed.
• Remove personal items from view
• Make sure you don't stuff everything into one cupboard, as potential buyers like to open just about every door and drawer in the house


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