Attempting to sell your house can be a stressful time and many homeowners have been putting off the huge task due to the uncertainties in the economy. The number of UK homes sold in September fell by nearly 40% and Nationwide have predicted a 8-10% drop in house prices for next year.
If you are keen to sell your property, there are many ways you can make your home stand out in the market so that the sale goes through quickly and at a price you are happy with.
Gather all necessary paperwork
To prevent a hold up or worse yet, a sale falling through, it’s incredibly important to get all necessary paperwork together. Too many homeowners need to delay the sale because of misplaced documents.
Before you put your house up for sale, check you haven’t misplaced any paperwork you might need.
This includes your home’s Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), a FENSA or CERTASS certificate for any window replacements, land registry documents, and planning permission and building regulations certificates if you’ve extended your property.
Let there be light
Buyers are commonly attracted to places that feel more spacious and light-filled.
Adding mirrors is a great way to reflect light in strategic positions and you should also ensure your windows are sparkling clean to invite more natural light inside.
There are many other ways to make your property feel roomier, such as choosing light colours for your colour scheme, adding more light fittings and downsizing your bigger pieces of furniture to create more space. We also suggest you consider adding a skylight or some predominantly glazed bi-folding or patio doors.
Turn your attention to your windows
To sell your home, curb appeal is key. In addition to freshening up windows and paint, an updated porch replacement at the front of your house can dramatically improve first impressions for potential buyers.
If your windows are in poor condition and you’re looking to sell in the not-so-distant future, it may be time to replace them.
There is no chance of windows that rot or the presence of flaking paint when you choose Bon Accord Glass’s aluminium or UPVC windows. Our finishing processes will ensure a vibrant and durable finish that requires very little maintenance.
Any one of our wide range of home improvement products will make your home much more sellable. Request a quote for anything from windows and doors to kitchen extensions here.