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Preparing your Home for Sale |
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At Anreps we believe there are many cost effective steps you can take to prepare your home for sale and importantly add value. Creating the right first impression is essential; as a well presented home will stand out from the competition and buyers will want to be the first to inspect your home. The other side of the coin is buyers may totally dismiss your home without even looking inside if the first impression is a bad one.
You don’t need to spend a fortune to add to your homes appeal, though you do need to try to look at your home through the eyes of a potential purchaser. Anreps have put together a simple checklist to ensure you get the most out of your property.
Garden
- Mow the lawns and trim edges
- Tidy up and weed garden beds
- Add some character by planting flowering annuals
- Sweep paths and driveway
- Ensure there is a clear path to the front door
- Trim any trees and shrubs covering windows
- Put away the garden hose, tools & kids toys
- Repair or spruce up fences & gates
- Check your letterbox is in good condition and your street number is visible
House exterior
- Buy a new doormat & clean front porch
- Perhaps add a nice potted plant near the front door to create a welcoming entrance
- Make sure the outside lighting and doorbell is working
- Clean windows & window sills, inside and out
- Remove cobwebs
- Freshen exterior paintwork if needed
Outdoor Entertaining Areas
- If you don’t have an outdoor entertaining area, add a market umbrella and a outdoor setting to create one
- Add some new plants, water feature or lighting
- Clean outdoor furniture or add some cushions to smarten it up
- If you have a pool make sure it is sparkling clean in summer & winter
Home Interior
General
- Consider removing any unnecessary furniture to ensure each room is easy to view and move around
- Put away any unnecessary items, clear surfaces create an impression of space, and it will help keeping your house clean too
- Steam clean the carpets or perhaps add a new rug to tired flooring, you can take this with you!
- Check that all the lighting is working
- Attend to minor repairs such as dripping taps, squeaky floorboards or doors that don’t close properly
- Repaint or wash down walls if necessary
- Clean mirrors, windows, exhaust fans and range hoods
- Remove pet bowls and litter trays
- Brighten up your home with fresh flowers
- Try and keep rooms well-ventilated & fresh without using overpowering fragrances
- Regular cleaning is important; you never know when someone will want to view your home
Entrance
- As the first part of your home to be seen by potential buyers, your hallway absolutely must look inviting, clean, uncluttered and tidy. Remember - first impressions count; set the tone for the rest of the house now.
- Add a mirror to help the space appear larger
Kitchen
- Keep kitchen benches clear, leaving only a couple of appliances, your kitchen will appear bigger
- Anything displayed on the refrigerator must go
- If your kitchen cabinets are old, consider painting them and adding new door knobs. This is a great way to give your kitchen an inexpensive facelift.
Bathroom
- Clean bathrooms until they sparkle
- Put away the toothbrush & paste, soaps & shampoos
- Ensure all tiling & grout work is clean and in good condition and the bathroom is mould free
- Add nice fresh matching towels
Bedrooms
- New crisp bedding or cushions will add to the luxurious feel
- Make sure bedside lamps are working
- Remove posters from the kids bedroom walls
You will notice that most of the tips given are objects or furniture that you can take with you to your new home!
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Remember the old saying, first impressions are lasting impressions. Well the first impression many of your potential buyers will get of your home is when they see the advertising for it. This means having great looking photos is one of the most important marketing steps to selling your home.
With the internet providing buyers a great way of seeing a property they may be interested in, from the comfort of their home or office, you need to display yours as best you can. If you have great looking photos, it instantly builds interest and excitement in the buyer who may wish to view the property at an open.
So how is the best way to present your property for photos? The way you prepare and present the property will help the photographer to capture your place in the best possible way.
In the kitchen, keep bench tops as clear as possible with only a few appliances in view. A fridge door full of photos, bills, magnets and kids drawings can make even the most spacious kitchen look cluttered.
It’s the same in the bathroom, put away soaps, shampoo bottles and towels. These items can appear to clutter the room.
Outside, it is important to have the grass mowed and the gardens looking neat and tidy. Don’t leave clothes on the washing line and if possible, fold the clothes line away. Any pets, toys, pool equipment and kids toys should be out of view also as these things take the focus away from what your buyers are looking at, your beautiful home.
Most importantly, make sure your house is clean. Marks on tables and bench tops, windows, carpets and furniture show up clearly, ruining what may be a perfect photo.
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It is imperative that you prepare your home for an open inspection. Anreps have prepared these tips to assist you:
- Select the ideal time for an open house; choose times your property looks its best
- Open all curtains to ensure there is an abundance of natural light
- Turn on lights and lamps to create a welcoming atmosphere
- Create a comfortable atmosphere inside; cool in summer & warm in winter
- Ensure all beds are made and rooms are tidy
- Add new fresh towels to the bathroom
- Take out the garbage
- Add a bowl of fresh fruit to the kitchen bench for colour
- Add fresh flowers
- Get the washing off the line
- Put away garden tools, pet bowls & kids toys
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We understand when it comes moving homes it can be a very busy and sometimes stressful time, therefore Anreps have created moving tips to assist you.
1. Connect your utilities
- Electricity
- Gas
- Fixed Telephone
- Mobiles
- Water
- Internet
- Pay Television
Anreps recommend you try Connectnow
which is a quick, no fuss solution for
connecting your utilities.
2. The following people & organisations will need to know your change of address
- Employer
- Superannuation funds
- Family and friends
- Schools & Child care
- Medicare
- Doctor / Specialists
- Dentist
- Vet
- Bank
- Credit Cards
- Australian Tax Office
- Electoral
- Accountant and/or lawyer
- House & Contents Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Motor Vehicle Insurance
- Drivers Licence
- Motor Vehicle Registration
- Memberships
- Social and sporting clubs
3. Home deliveries will need to be cancelled
- Milkman
- Newspaper
- Redirect mail – Australia Post can redirect mail to your new address
4 . Preparing to move
- Book removalists as soon as possible
- Pack and label all your boxes
- Check your insurance covers for damage for goods in transit
- Defrost the fridge and freezer
- Turn off water, gas and electricity
- Lock up securely and hand over keys to agent or new owner
- Ensure Insurance is in place for your new home
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What does a Conveyancer Do? |
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Conveyancers oversee the legal and statutory processes required to affect the transfer of ownership of property from one person or entity to another. They have expert knowledge in the preparation, execution, verification and lodgment of numerous legal documents in relation to property sales. Conveyancer’s will co-ordinate and will lead you through the necessary steps to effect your transaction. They will assist you to meet your legal obligations and protect your rights and interests.
What conveyancer should I use?
You can choose any conveyancer you like but it is important to find a reputable one and one with experience who will look after your interests.
Anreps recommend:
SCL Andreyev Doman, contact Mary McGrath on 1300 654 590
or
North East Conveyancers, telephone 8331 0102 |
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