How to sell your house at maximum value

Every homeowner wants to get the maximum value when selling their home.

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However, some people mistakenly pay huge amounts of money and undertake complete repair and renovation jobs in an attempt to make their houses more appealing.

According to Jack Russell Estates, homeowners may find that several small improvements and a only a few big ones may make the difference between an average house and one that is irresistible.

Start with the exterior

First impressions count and the first thing your potential buyers are going to see is the exterior of the house and the garden.

Chances are they may decide to drive right past your property if they see an unruly garden and an unpainted house.

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Make sure your garden is well-tended and cared for.

Mow the lawn, water the plants and place pots with flowering plants in plain sight.

Make sure the exterior of your house is spotlessly clean, and that includes the driveway, front door and windows.
Give the gate or door a fresh coat of paint, if need be.

Your buyers will have a lot of time to have a good look at the entrance and surroundings while they wait for you to let them in.

Lead the way in

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Giving your interior walls a fresh coat of paint is often the best way to increase the market value of your house.

Neutral colours, such as antique white or off-white, give your rooms an elegant and sophisticated quality.

Get your carpets and curtains professionally cleaned.

Replace old and worn out fixtures with brand new ones.

Clear the clutter

It is a good time to throw away items that have been lying around and have never been used.
Clean out and organise your cupboards.

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Showtime, folks

With D-day is finally here your potential buyers are due to come over and inspect your home.

Make good use of your morning and put the final touches to make your house look even more appealing.
Ensure anything out of place is packed away.

Put away shoes that clutter your doorway, pick up strewn clothes and socks and throw them in the laundry basket.

Whatever you do, do not throw them into your cupboards, buyers will likely want to see the interior of all the cupboards and wardrobes.

Remember, buyers are looking for a house they can call their own, so make your home an inviting place to be in.

First impressions count so give potential buyers a great first impression and everything else will fall into place.

Fresh flowers, strategically placed, add colour and joy to any room.

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Keep all your windows and curtains open to give the house a bright, airy look.

If it’s a late winter’s evening, switch on all your lights and keep the fireplace going, so your house looks and feels warm and cosy.

Spray the carpets, curtains and furniture with an odour-removing spray to erase all traces of cigarette smell and pet odour.

Hang fresh, clean towels in the bathrooms and the kitchen. Make sure the bathrooms are spotlessly clean and inviting.

Information provide by Jack Russell Estates.