First Choice Move

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First impressions

First impressions count and when selling your property this is certainly true. The front of your house is a good place to spend some time and money if required. A few nice flowers or bushes may add to the appeal of the front of the property. Remove weeds, pick up any fallen leaves, repaint your front door if needed, When someone comes to view make sure, if possible they can park in front of the property even if that means  parking your car somewhere else.

Clean.

Clean your house from top to bottom.  Make sure your windows are clean inside and out too. People will find it hard to visualise living there if it is not nice and clean.

De-personalize.

Remove objects that your potential buyers won't be able to identify with. For example, political and religious items may turn off whole groups of buyers, because they cannot "imagine" your home as their home. Buying a home is an emotional decision, and you want potential buyers to make an emotional connection with your home by being able to "see" themselves in it.

Fix it.

Got a dripping tap or a cracked tile? These will send the wrong message to potential buyers.

Eliminate Clutter.

This may be the hardest rule of all! We love our clutter - it reflects our memories, hobbies, and values. But it doesn't sell homes! Clutter makes homes seem smaller and disorganized. (Have you ever noticed that the really expensive stores seem to have an expansive, clutter-free layout, while "cheap" stores are often a jumble of merchandise?) So "cut the clutter!"

Neutralise.

Neutral colours sell. It's a fact. Try to convey an image of quality and neutrality. Potential buyers walking through your home want to imagine themselves as the owners. If you use styles or colours they would never select, you've just turned them off. Stay high-quality, but neutral is safest.

Pets.

Always keep your pets under control. Try confining them to a specific area. Although you may love your pets, they can be off-putting to other people, and smells can be offensive, so make sure there are no lingering odours in furniture or flooring, and if there is, get them cleaned before you sell.

Lighting.

Make sure you have adequate lighting in every room, use subtle mood lighting to create the right atmosphere in each room and check all your bulbs work.

Define each area.

Buyers need to know what each room is for, so that they can decide where they will place their own items. Sell the lifestyle and you'll sell your house.

Accessories.

By using the right accessories, you can enhance your rooms and create a feeling of unity by using harmonious colours. Use mirrors to reflect light and space, and use plants and fresh flowers to bring life to rooms and add a natural fragrance.