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3 Ways To Ensure A Smooth Sale of Your Property
It’s not exactly the easiest time to sell a house, with house sales falling by close to 40% in September. To make matters worse, Nationwide has suggested it is likely that house prices will drop by 8-10% in 2023.
But don’t lose all hope of finding a buyer if you are keen to move house. In order to make the sale, you will simply need to make your home more sellable than the other homes on the market. As always, TradeMark has you covered with the guidance on how to do this.
Gather all required paperwork
A growing number of sales fall through or get delayed because of the seller failing to provide the necessary paperwork at the conveyancing stage. This could be down to not ensuring they have the right paperwork to begin with or simply losing it.
As soon as you decide to put your property on the market, you should locate all the required paperwork to speed things along.
The crucial documentation includes the property’s Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), a CERTASS or FENSA certificate for any window replacements, and planning permission and building regulations certificates if you’ve extended your home. Your estate agent will be able to advise you on this.
Create a light-filled interior
It’s only natural for potential buyers to prefer homes that feel more spacious. You can make your property feel less cramped and more roomier by ensuring there is plenty of light inside.
It’s commonly understood that the placement of mirrors can create the feeling of more spaciousness, as they are great at reflecting light into spaces. It is also integral that you clean your windows on a regular basis to ensure as much sunlight as possible can make its way through the glass.
There’s no need to stop there! Lighter colour schemes, more light fittings and smaller pieces of modern furniture can all play their part in creating the illusion of more space. You may also choose to get a skylight, bi-folding doors or sliding patio doors installed to maximise natural light. In addition, you may also consider having a white interior painting to achieve the illusion of light-filled interior.
Ensure your windows make a great first impression
The HomeOwners Alliance conducted a recent survey, asking individuals what they thought were the key features of a home when it comes to kerb appeal. The number one response? “Windows in good condition (no signs of rot or flaking paint)”. With 71% of the vote, it’s clear that windows will play a big part in selling your home.
If you feel like your windows are letting down the external appearance of your home, now is the time to replace them.
TradeMark has replaced many windows in numerous designs and colour finishes. You can be confident that our UPVC and aluminium windows won’t rot and the paint won’t flake away, providing you with long-lasting windows that are durable and low-maintenance.
To find out more about our home improvement products and their potential to increase the kerb appeal of your home, speak to one of our friendly advisors. You can visit us at our Woodley showroom or get in touch online here.
