Getting your home ready to sell

People often get stressed by the idea of selling their home – it’s understandable. There are many things to consider when selling, including how to ensure your home maximises its value for potential buyers. 

The most important thing to do is make a plan of what needs to be done to make the house sell-ready and, of course, to increase its value.

Slidetrack has put together this guide of things to consider when fixing up the home for selling.

1. Tidy any unnecessary clutter

People are often shocked at how much extra stuff they have when moving. The first thing you have to do, before any other job, is ensure your home is free of any clutter. This not only makes your home look neater (which is more appealing to buyers), but also makes it look bigger – a huge factor in adding value.

2. Invigorate your outdoor area

Buyers want to come across an outdoor area they can enjoy in the warmer months. It’s a massive draw and adds to a property’s elegance. Ensure your outdoor area is clean and contemporary, you can even add budget-friendly elements to make it look nicer come inspection time. Clean and polish your decking, as well as introduce any stylish ornaments that add to the property’s sophistication – it makes a huge difference for potential buyers. 

3. Paint the walls

Potential buyers will be put off by any patchy, scratched or unfinished paint jobs. Take the time to go over any scratches or scuffs in the home, and be sure to finish any paint jobs that got left behind some years ago. It’s amazing how much of a difference this makes for potential buyers.

4. A spring clean regardless of the season

You have to clean the whole property before potential buyers come through. Despite any mess being technically yours, it will still be off-putting for buyers hoping to purchase a clean, uncluttered property. Go through the house from the front fence to the back, ensuring any mess is property disposed of. 

5. Repair any structural issues

All homes incur faults after years of occupation, and it’s important to ensure these noticeable faults are rectified before potential buyers view the property. Even small things like damaged powerpoints and heating ducts can be spotted by eagle-eyed buyers, and they should be fixed before these picky purchasers come through the home.

6.  Install new door handles

This may sound like a small, unnecessary upgrade, but it’s another one of those things that a potential buyer will be deterred by when inspecting the property. Replace both the interior and exterior door handles, as this will give a refreshed feel to the property and be more welcoming for potential buyers.

7. Make the most of each room

You have to take the time to make each room look as spacious and stylish as possible. Every room in the home has its own charms and qualities, so you have to ensure these qualities are exemplified by fixing up each space. Take your time to consider each room of the home, taking out any unnecessary clutter that may be impeding on the space’s style and flow. 

8. Add new adornments

It may seem like an unneeded investment, but nothing entices a potential buyer more than new home additions. New additions, whether in the kitchen or the courtyard can greatly increase the value of your property. The outdoor space is the best place to start: by introducing a new decking or outdoor awnings, you will be totally transforming the home whilst increasing its value. 

9. Add fresh foliage

Because nothing makes a home look more welcoming (and marketable) than stylish plant additions. By adding both indoor and outdoor plants, you will be making your home more fresh and vibrant – perfect for buyers looking for a homely, warm space. 

Contact Slidetrack for quality outdoor blinds

The above-listed are the quintessential ways to ensure your home is ready to sell and has increased value. New decking additions are another amazing way to ensure your home’s value is increased, and Slidetrack is your go-to for amazing outdoor blinds.

We can help invigorate your space through the production of stylish, customised blinds that perfectly suit your area and add to its sellability. 

If you would like to find out more about our customised blind solutions, and how they can increase your home’s resale value, feel free to get in contact with our friendly outdoor blind experts. We are committed to providing homeowners with an exceptional service standard, and will be happy to assist you with invigorating your outdoor area.

Call Slidetrack on 1800 OZROLL (697 655) and we will happily discuss our world-class blind solutions and how we can custom make them for the perfect, highly valuable outdoor area.