Getting your home show-house ready

When a seller starts marketing their home, two very important questions to ask is; who do you want
to reach and, how will you do so? Marketing property is all about impact. One of the best ways to
launch a property onto the market is by hosting a well-timed show-house.

This gives the property maximum exposure and visibility and attracts potential purchasers that
would not otherwise have known that the property was in the market. In this article, Seeff gives a
few pointers on how sellers might get their home ready and put their best foot forward on show-
day.

A clean home is a happy home

It is extremely important that when a purchaser sees a home for the first time that it is neat and
tidy. First impressions last and what a purchaser thinks and feels about a property will be established
in the vital first minutes of viewing. Also, try and pack away as much clutter as possible. Having clear
surfaces and things like bicycles or gardening equipment out of the way will enhance the way the
property is presented.

Spruce up the garden area

A garden area is much more than a tranquil environment the purchaser will see themselves spending
hours of leisurely relaxation. It is also the picture that frames the house. It is often the first thing
prospective purchasers see when they arrive at a house. Neatening the garden by making sure the
grass is cut and any flower beds presentable sets a welcoming tone.

Small improvements make a world of difference

When a seller walks through their home with the property practitioner for the first time it is good to
ask the agents what minor improvements might be beneficial when selling the house. These might
be small things that a seller is not aware of by living in the house every day. These minor
improvements might include filling open holes left by knocking in a nail, paint touch-ups where
needed, or even a lick of varnish on tired or dull wooden finishes.

A breath of fresh air

Before welcoming show-day guests into their homes, sellers might want to make sure that the
curtains in every room are drawn and that the property is well-ventilated. A property that feels dark or
stuffy might be a deterrent to a potential purchaser that might otherwise have found the home
charming.

Whether you are buying, selling, renting, or letting property in Strand or Gordon's Bay, contact your
local market leader in real estate. Home is Our story!