1. Pack up your collections
Whether it's Limoge, canisters, baskets or troll dolls (that is a joke!), pack them up and keep them out of view. We want potential buyers to focus on the space, not on your collection (no matter how expensive or pretty it may be).
2. Clean & declutter
The most tedious aspect of selling your home is keeping it pristine and decluttered. So important! A clutter free, spotless home will sell faster because the space looks airy and open.
3. Pretend you don't have pets
Remove any visible signs of pets like feeding bowls, litter boxes and hairballs. These are distracting and will have your future buyers wondering about allergens, urine stains and floor damage. Keep your pets and their accessories out of sight.
4. Tone it down
Your fuschia bedroom or deep purple office space will leave (most) people cold. Buyers usually don't want to have to paint or extensively renovate. Repaint in a creamy, neutral color that will (almost surely) blend in with any type of furnishings.
5. Be flexible
Visits will not always happen when you want them to. When you leave the house in the morning, do a quick run-through and ensure everything is tidy and organised. Visits during the work day happen. Be ready. Plan to be away at dinner time. This also happens. Be prepared to pack up a cold supper and hit the park for dinner. If people can't visit your home when they want, they'll move onto the next one.
