There are many reasons why you may decide that it is time to sell your home. Whatever the reason it is important to get the best possible price. This will allow you to move on with your life and plan your next adventure; whether it’s a bigger home or a trip round the world!
To ensure you get as fast a sale as possible and the best price it is important to do the following things before selling your home:
Get A Estate Agent
The traditional approach to house selling involves visiting your real estate agent and getting a price for your home.
This is a good starting point but it is advisable to see several real estate agents; this will ensure they all roughly agree on the value and they can provide you with tips for presenting your house properly.
However, you should also contact your local Sydney auctioneer. They will have a great deal of experience selling houses and can offer you some extra advice. You may even be surprised by the options available if you decide to sell at auction.
Check Your Look
First impressions really do count. You need to step back and look at your house from the street. Think about what the first thing is that you notice and how you can improve it. You may need to consider repainting your home or weeding the garden.
It’s always a good idea to cut any grass, trim hedges and makes sure there is a clear access to your front door.
You should also ensure that your front door appears tidy and well looked after; this sets the tone for the house.
Paint Inside
You may not need to paint inside but if the paint is old or brightly colored it’s a great idea to repaint in a neutral shade. This will help buyers to connect with your house. Most people are looking for a house that they don’t need to do any work on.
Smell It!
When you live in a home you’ll become accustomed to any funny smells. That’s why you need to get a trusted friend round to do a smell test. They can alert you to any funny smells and you can then take remedial action.
Foul odors are virtually guaranteed to put off a buyer.
Clean It
Alongside checking for foul smells it is essential that you clean the house from top to bottom and keep it looking as pristine as possible. This can be very difficult if you have children but the effort is worthwhile. A clean home is instantly more appealing to buyers.
Check It!
It is also a good idea to have your electrics and the property in general inspected. This will ensure you are aware of any issues which could affect a sale. It’s up to you if you decide to do anything about them or not.
If you think that they could be a deal breaker is a good idea to do something about them now.
