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In the short term, there are a number of things that can improve your chance of a sale. A tidy
front garden and new outside paintwork are small but valuable improvements - remember, first
impressions really do count.
1 Light and neutral colours inside are good - bear in mind that whereas you might like vibrant colours, they are not to everyone's taste.
2 Give your home a proper spring clean. Remember - if you do any painting inside your home to wait a few days for the smell to disappear before you put it on the market. Buyers may assume you are trying to hide something under a fresh coat of paint.
3 Clear out clutter - it may make you feel at home but can put off purchasers. Remember that a light uncluttered room will look larger.
4 Clear up the garden and get rid of any rubbish. Cutting the grass and trimming hedges and unruly bushes is also recommended.
Obtain a valuation on your property and set your asking price. Before you put up your property for sale and start showing people around, be
clear on exactly what is included in the sale price (for instance carpets, white goods etc.). Be prepared to negotiate regarding price, but
have a clear "minimum offer" figure in mind.
If you're thinking about selling in the long term, it is worth considering improvements that could help the prospects of making a quick sale. Updating your kitchen or bathroom can be a good move that can help sell and add value to your home. So are adding central heating and loft insulation.
But costly additions like swimming pools may actually hinder the sale - they're a lot of hassle and can put off families with children.
An alternative to using estate agents is to sell the property yourself. If you decide to use this route, you will have to compile an information pack for prospective buyers which includes details like room dimensions and a photograph of your property.
Be careful how you describe your property - you could fall foul of the Property Misdescriptions Act that sets strict limits on what you can say.
You may need a For Sale board to place outside your property and attract purchasers. Dimensions of these boards are strictly regulated.
You will probably also need to advertise in local newspapers. Remember if you sell your place yourself, you will have to ensure you have plenty of time available for showing buyers around your home.
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