If you are looking to sell your home, now is the ideal time, as most buyers are in the spring and summer season.
Selling your home requires a comprehensive approach, in which you must consider factors such as kerb appeal, interior presentation, and finding an appropriate estate agent for you.
Want to start your journey? Follow these simple steps:
How does your Kerb Appeal impact selling your house?
Kerb appeal is a property’s initial positive impression, influencing potential buyers’ decision to view and attract potential offers.
A well-maintained property increases perceived value, attracts offers quickly, and reduces buyer objections, resulting in a successful sale.
Buyers may assume the interior is the same if the exterior is neglected, while a well-kept exterior builds excitement and anticipation. A poorly maintained exterior can result in fewer clicks and missed possibilities because customers in the modern digital age begin their search online.
To increase Kerb appeal, tidy up the front garden, cut back the unruly bushes, and mow the lawn. If you do not have a garden but a front yard, get some pots and colourful flowers, make the front of your house look clean, tidy, and inviting.
What role does your interior have in selling
your home?
When you walk through your house, it is important to understand how it makes you feel.
Therefore, the interior of a property significantly influences potential buyers’ decisions to buy, as it demonstrates the potential of each room, highlights its functionality, and increases the property’s perceived value, potentially leading to quicker offers.
Potential buyers are more likely to experience this if you:
· Clear the clutter and try to depersonalise; buyers need to imagine themselves living there.
· Make sure the paintwork is not scuffed.
· The windows are clean, and the rooms feel bright and airy. It might mean that you need to give a couple of rooms a fresh coat of paint, ensuring the colours are neutral to brighten up the space.
· Fresh flowers, well-placed art, and pleasant scents all help to create an inviting atmosphere, which can make a significant difference.
How do I know which Estate Agent to use?
Whenever you have work done in your house, it is important to always get more than one quote and valuation. This is the same when you are selling your home.
You should go to more than one estate agent, shop around for the best price, and understand what the package includes.
When selecting an estate agent, you should consider factors such as local knowledge, reputation, range of services, marketing strategy, and communication.
Prioritize agents with a strong understanding of the property market, check online reviews, and ask about their marketing plan.
Assess their responsiveness and availability, as a good agent should be readily available, keep you informed, and be a strong negotiator on your behalf.
Process
Once you have found a buyer, you will need to appoint a firm of solicitors to do the conveyancing for you. Just like when finding an estate agent, phone around and get a few quotes for the work.
Get a general feel for the type of firm you want to handle this transaction. Look at reviews for that firm, there are many places to do this.
Do not be afraid of asking questions, even if you think it is a silly one, we are here to help you.
When the process starts, you will be sent paperwork to read through, complete, and return. It will look daunting and overwhelming but break it down to one document at a time.
You must be as honest as possible with all your answers. If you are unsure of any of the questions, then ring your conveyancer and they will talk you through it.
Selling a property comes with its own set of challenges and we know this can be a stressful process. Oakwood Property Solicitors is here to help you overcome all obstacles associated with property selling, with our dependable service.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
To make a start on the next step in your property journey, get in touch today to book a consultation with a member of our team. Call us on 0113 218 5727 to find out how we can help you.
