Portraying the right image to potential buyers is a must in today's buyer's market. Auctioneers will appreciate the value of an inexpensive makeover, as will private sellers alike.
As experts in the field of property sales, you know that in today's market, a house which is attractive will sell much more easily than a house which is in a state of disrepair. We have all seen tv programmes such as 'House Doctor' and it is all too clear that the marketability of a property is vastly improved after a modest makeover. Sometimes it is difficult for an auctioneer to make such suggestions to a client, which is where Eve Interior Design steps in. On your recomendation, and for a flat fee, I can consult with your clients and advise them on what simple changes can be made throughout their property in order to increase its attractiveness. Please ring me, or email caragh@eveinteriordesign.com for further information.
Private Sellers
The same rules apply to selling your home privately, as do if you employ the services of an auctioneer. Perhaps even more so. Without the specialist knowledge of an auctioneer, you will have to be willing to put more efffort into selling your home. This will include making your property as appealing as possible to potential purchasers through every means necessary. While it is understandable that you will not wish to spend much money on a property you intend to leave, it need not cost the earth to give your home a fresh new look.
I would be delighted to speak to you to explain the process and to give you an indication, based upon the size of your house, as to how much it may cost you, should you wish to proceed. Please ring me on 086-3843384 or email caragh@eveinteriordesign.com for further information.
Meanwhile, I am pleased to provide you with some tips, which may help to get you started.
INTERIOR DESIGN TIPS TO SELLING YOUR PROPERTY
• How you present your home to potential purchasers is extremely important. You might be frustrated by the idea of putting time and energy into the home you're trying to sell. But a few essential improvements can go a long way- and it'll be more than worth the effort to entice potential buyers.
• De-clutter your rooms to make them seem larger, and remove as many personal items like photographs and artwork as you can. You might think the house seems bare without them, but it makes it much easier for buyers to imagine themselves living there. Tip - the more floor that can be seen the larger a room will feel. So get everything you can off the floor and into cupboards or into storage.
• Set aside a small budget for replacing some soft furnishing such as cushions, throws for beds, new towels etc. Some fresh flowers bring vibrancy into a room, adding to the room aesthetically and through their fragrance.
• A paint job is one of the quickest (and cheapest) ways to increase the appeal of your home. If possible, do the painting yourself, spending the money on a professional is not recommended unless you absolutely can't do the work. A fresh coat of paint can brighten any room and give the entire house a cleaner look that will entice buyers in an instant. Another inexpensive, yet worthwhile tip is to have your windows cleaned. While this may sound obvious, people often overlook it.
• Consider updating light fittings, especially easy to replace pendants. Inexpensive bedside lamps and table lamps add warmth and a homely feel to an otherwise drab room.
• If you have rooms in your home that have no real purpose, like an extra bedroom, which you use for storage, seriously consider cleaning it out and presenting it as a bedroom or office. From a positive point of view, this is an ideal opportunity to make each room count. Give each room a purpose or use. This will show buyers what the room can be used for, and keep them from being confused about the space. Short term storage in a storage facility is a very worthwhile and inexpensive option. On the other hand, if you neglect to make use of a room, potential buyers may wonder why they need a house of that size and look elsewhere.
• Some people believe that all interior walls should be painted white in order to sell the home, since your paint colours might not be to someone else's taste. This is true to some extent, but the truth is that choosing universally appealing colours is an even better way to lure buyers. Be sure to save dark colours for private, intimate rooms like the master bedroom.