3 Easy Steps to Getting Your Home Ready to Sell

May 31, 2023

If you’re intent on selling your home this year, it might be wise to get it ship-shape and sorted in time for putting the board up.

Whether you have a huge house, or a tiny apartment, getting your home ready to be sold and tackling the aesthetics of what makes a wonderful abode can help you secure a fast sale.

Check out our top 3 tips for getting your house market ready.

1. Fix Any Existing Problems

Before you list your property, it might be a good idea to fix any existing problems with your home. For example, fill in any holes in the walls, ensure any fixtures you need to leave behind are in good condition, and run maintenance on appliances you’re leaving behind like your boiler.

If you need tools to help you fix up your home, companies like Accu provide high quality tools such as screwdrivers, spanners and drive bit sets so you can complete all your necessary repairs without delay. Trusted by engineers worldwide, Accu’s premium tools will get you from A to B with quality you can rely on.

2. Apply a Fresh Coat of Paint

Studies have shown that painting your home before selling can increase the sale price by between 1 and 3%.

This is an easy way to freshen up the interior (and exterior!) of your home for very little investment, with proven results.

It’s advisable to paint your home with neutral colours if you’re preparing to sell. Many people like to view a house with the appeal of a “clean slate”, and neutral colours can help a home to appear brighter and more open.

If you don’t want to opt for the usual magnolia shade, you could go for softer pastel shades instead to add a dash of colour.

3. Make Your House Smell Nice

Smells are a major sensory factor for humans, so making your home smell beautiful can help to influence a fast sale.

Opening your windows (particularly if it’s a summery day) can help to drive out any lingering musty smells, and thoroughly cleaning your upholstery can help to keep your home smelling fresh.

Some smells are closely associated with nostalgic memories, so brewing coffee in your kitchen or baking bread can evoke positive reactions from visitors.

If you have pets, consider snapping up some odour neutralising candles. These burn to purify the air of any pet related smells by breaking down their molecular structure. Price’s Candles offer candles in a variety of sizes so you can place them wherever is most convenient for you.

Do you have any tips for getting your house ready for selling? Share your thoughts in the comments section below!

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