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Dressed

for success

Repair and replace
Before the Home Report is ordered, make a list
of any necessary repairs. There might be some
Planning on selling this year? Read
bigger jobs, but small tweaks can help your
these top tips first, to make sure your home look its best. Fix creaky floorboards and
home stands out from the crowd. hire a carpet cleaner, and think about the walls
- fill any holes from picture hooks and touch up or two statement items, as these could be
paintwork scuffs for a pristine finish. what makes your home memorable to a
prospective buyer.”
“The kitchen is one of the main rooms buyers
will look forward to viewing, so if yours is Make the most of your windows to help your
looking a little tired, consider a revamp,” says home feel bright and airy. Frame them with
Ally Dowsing-Reynolds, co-CEO at Dowsing & luxurious curtains, and open the blinds or
Reynolds. “Repainting the units and replacing shutters wide.
the door handles will instantly give the space
f you’re thinking about making a move to tips – with the help of some experts – to help a fresh look and will be attractive for buyers
a new home, the chances are you’re also spruce up your home for a smoother sale. searching for somewhere they can move Stage the home
I thinking about selling the home you’re straight into.” ‘Staging’ is a term for styling the home so it
currently in. But with many people on the looks as beautiful as possible – think about
move, it’s even more important to make sure Declutter imagery of showhomes for inspiration.
that your home is ‘dressed for success’. Decluttering is an essential part of the pre- Create light and space Clever use of artwork, accessories, lighting
sale process. “It’s the most impactful way Light and space are two of the most important and greenery can all make your home seem
The need for your home to stand out from the to create a sellable home and it’s amazing things for many buyers, so you should make extra-appealing, so light some lamps, and use
competition is compounded by the presence how it changes an environment,” says Amy sure your home offers as much of both as it can. houseplants to breathe life into the space.
of virtual tours, which allow prospective buyers Stansfield, content creator at Wallsauce.com.
to analyse your home (and potentially dismiss “Not only this, but it makes moving so much “Anything to give a room a sense of space!”, Fresh fruit or flowers can make the home look
it from their shortlist) without stepping foot in easier! To declutter effectively, look at items explains Ally Dowsing-Reynolds. “Add mirrors lived-in but not messy, and don’t forget the
the door. To entice buyers, your home needs to in batches, such as papers (like receipts, bills to create brightness, especially if they are bedroom – dress the bed like one in a fancy
look its most desirable from every angle, so you or old greetings cards), books and clothes. oversized or particularly unique. You could hotel. Think clean, ironed white linen, and add
can show it off in all its glory, whether online, in Being practical but ruthless means you’ll soon also consider reducing the amount of furniture plumped-up pillows and a sumptuous throw,
the photographs or in-person. Here are our top minimise your clutter.” in a room to create more space, but leave one to create a space that feels inviting.

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