Note to Self: Staging Property for Maximum Appeal

"First impressions sell a home"

Property viewing is a key element in any potential buyers decision process, there is never a second chance to make a first impression!

Here are some pointers to consider when preparing your property for maximum appeal to a prospective buyer.

Gate & Gate House
Work from the outside inwards, the gate is the first thing a potential tenant or buyer will see. It needs to be sturdy, secure and silent (No one likes a screeching hinge). Tidy up the guard house as well, perhaps a coat of paint will help.

Entrance
Paint the front door or replace if old/rusty
Throw in a new welcoming door mat
Ensure doorbells are functional or have them removed entirely

Driveway
Ensure drainage issues aren't causing any flooding on the driveway & the paving is in good condition.

Swimming Pool
If you're the proud owner of a pool, ensure the water is bright blue, clean and clear for the viewings, clean outdoor furniture and spruce up the regular pool deck chairs with some bright cushions.

Garden
This is a very critical aspect, a poorly kept garden to a potential buyers translates to mosquitoes & alot of work. While its important to always take care of your plants, do a little extra in the weeks prior to scheduled interceptions, keep them well watered, weed unwanted plants and rake up leaves & cut the grass- Mmm... the smell of freshly cut grass (get some help from a professional if necessary)

Roofing
Fix that leaky roof once and for all and get the areas where you notice damp checked out, mould is a horrible house guest! 

Bathrooms
Another crucial aspect of an inspection, we noticed that customers are more inclined to a property with a decent looking bathroom. Inexpensive ways to aesthetically improve a bathroom include - replacing old/broken toilet seats & mirrors, removing acid, rust and limescale, cleaning tiles and fittings and checking that taps are working.

Kitchen 
Clean the stove, windows and polish the counter tops.

The difference between a great showing and a good showing is usually the little things. Putting effort and thought into staging your home is an uncommon practice and there is room to use this powerful technique to sell even the most difficult of properties or even increase its visibility on the property market.

When you list with RE/MAX you are eligible for advise on how to best stage your property as a complimentary service! 

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