Selling your property

Let there be light - it’s one of the main assets of any property.

1. Emphasise natural light where possible by:

• Drawing back curtains to allow maximum light to enter
• Keeping windows clean and window-sills uncluttered
• Removing old net curtains

2. Create an inviting look by:

• Using side lights for a softer, warmer effect
• Ensuring all light bulbs are working.

Minimalist, retro-chic, Shaker – individual styles have different appeal to different buyers. While we wouldn’t recommend you change your look, here are some general rules to help you present your property at its best.

• Keep things fresh
  Try and keep rooms well-ventilated while avoiding air-fresheners. It’s particularly important in bathrooms, basement flats and vacant properties.
• Keep things clean
  Regular cleaning is vital. It only takes a short time, in London especially, for dust and dirt to collect on surfaces and window-sills.
• Keep things tidy
  Keeping your property tidy is vital, especially on crucial second visits. If a potential buyer does come back, making that extra effort with fresh flowers can pay dividends.
• Keep your property furnished
  Limit the amount of furniture for an uncluttered look. If your property is vacant, it’s a good idea to leave some furniture in it. Surprisingly, it can make rooms feel bigger and also helps show how the property can be lived in.
• Keep the temperature right
  Increase your property’s appeal by keeping it warm in winter and cool in summer. Light a fire if you have one and if your property is empty, set the heating so it comes on at regular intervals during winter.

These areas can be troublesome so make sure you keep on top of tidiness. Clear away junk mail and store letters or magazines neatly. Keep communal areas clean as they are the first and last areas any buyer sees.

A little tidiness goes a long way in your garden. Keep hedges trimmed and lawns mown. A well-stocked garden has more appeal than one with straggly, dying bushes.