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The Bathroom

As with kitchens, bathrooms don't need to be ultra modern, just fresh and clean looking.

Repair Or Refit - If your bathroom. is in a state of dis repair it may be worth getting it fixed up or replaced.

Photography.

De-clutter and clean remembering less is more when it comes to items on display.

Then get some amazing photographs taken.

Poorly presented homes get low offers or no offers

Yes it is a lot of work but it's why the developers make big money ... If you don't know where to start and stop, speak to your local "How To Sell A House" guide. It's something we're really good at.

That's it, your house is set up to sell, all that's left is working out how much to put it on the market for...

5th And Final Step

Excellent work. You've made it to the last step.... I did say it might be eye opening... Hopefully it's made a bit of sense and by now you can see why the UK property market is so bad.... imagine now, knowing what you know, just sticking your home on the market and hoping for the best...

Anyway, let's move on to the last step, making sure your home is priced correctly  ...

The Kitchen

The surfaces need to be clear, no bins, no animals on view. They don't have to be new but they do need to look clean and cared for.

Repair Or Refit - If your kitchen is in a state of dis-repair or needs refitting

Photography.

Needless to say, great photography is essential.

Poorly presented homes get low offers or no offers

Just the bathroom to go and we're all done...

The Inside 5 Step Guide.

Try to make it easy for buyers to visualise themselves living in your home. Try to dress it as if it was a luxury hotel room you were trying to sell on the internet. These are the 5 steps we always employ along with links to local people who want to help:

Declutter: You have to be ruthless…. Anything that’s in the way or makes your room look smaller has to go. …. You don’t have to sell it, just put it in storage …. You’re moving … so move some stuff now…. It will actually make things easier when you move later anyway… So it’s a good thing.

Neutralise: If you have bold colours on the floors or walls it is time to neutralise them. Go round any interior designers house and you’ll find the walls are white and the floors are neutral. The colour is usually in the soft furnishings and pictures.

Reset: Re-dress your room making sure it has an identity and flow. No more than 3 things on any shelf and only one if it is small, make the beds, dress the tables, plump the cushions, swish the curtains and you’re nearly there.

Remember 30% of value of your home lies within how it looks and feels.

Final Clean : Once you have finished the room give it a final clean and then admire your work and look to see if there are any last minute things which could make it pop.

Photogragh: Property photography is an art so if you are not handy with a camera, get a professional in as the photos are your window to the world.

On to the big ticket items ...

Outside Front:

It's the first thing a buyer see's when they pull up and the first thing they see when they are searching online. If it doesn't look its best then the chances are the buyer will pass it over and move on to the next property. Check outside to see if your:

Roof is clear of moss or debris.

Rendering is refreshed if it is dull, faded or dirty.

Soffits, fascias & guttering are nice and clean.

Windows are clean.

Boundary walls look bright if painted.

Gardens are maintained and look their best.

Driveway needs Jet washing

Photography

Photos are you window to the world and the things buyers love to see the most. They need to look amazing. Before you have your photos taken, make sure of the following:-

• Your driveway is clear
• No bins on view
• Paths swept
• Any excess items cleared
• Any pot plants only have plants in bloom and not too many they can be very distracting.

Always get professional looking photographs.

Let's move on to the inside.