The clocks go back this weekend
Things to consider when selling your home as the clocks go back.
Sunday morning the clocks go back and the nights start to close in. We have always found this time of year busy, all the way up until Christmas and this year is no different with the stamp duty holiday continuing until 31st March 2021.
Whatever time of year you look to sell your home we always recommend decluttering and finishing off those 'to do' jobs, but in the autumn there are a couple more things you can do to maximise the chance of a successful sale.
Lighting - Make sure all lightbulbs are replaced if required. Lighting is essential, could certain rooms benefit from more lighting? Perhaps extra lamps, strategically placed could help create a homely feel.
Gardens - Sweep up any fallen leaves and cut the heads off withered flowers. Make sure the gutters are clear too.
First impressions - Remove wet boots and damp coats from the entrance hall and move out of sight. When a buyer walks through the door, they instantly start forming an opinion. Make the entrance welcoming.
For Sale board - If you haven't had a for sale board, now could be a good time to have one. As many viewings take place in the evening, how easy is it for a buyer to locate your home and search for the door number? With a for sale board it is easy to locate, the buyer isn't slowly down outside every home with the car behind beeping their horn.
Heating - Make sure your home is at a comfortable temperature. Buyers shouldn't see icicles and it shouldn't be too hot where they need to start stripping layers of clothes. We want buyers to spend time in the home and feel comfortable.
Whether you are looking to sell or let a property in the run up to Christmas there are plenty of people that need to move.
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