When you decide to sell your home, there is a lot of work involved with preparing your house for the market. In partnership with ourselves, determine who the most likely buyer is and stage the property to their needs and requirements.
Cleaning and decluttering the property is the initial part of preparations to enable the agent’s photographer to take their photos, highlighting the best part of your home.
When preparing your home, work out what the likely buyer wants most from your home and strengthen this area. Your agent will help with this, but you need to make sure you find the right agent, that agent is Innovate Estate Agents.
When selling a home you will need an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). We can also provide a brilliant method for prospective purchasers to envision layouts, physical details, and measurements of the property through our exceptional floorplans either it be 3D or 2D. With our detailed floorplan, buyers can easily visualise the property, understand its arrangement, and make informed decisions. This invaluable tool enhances the purchasing experience by offering a clear representation of the property's layout, allowing buyers to plan their future space and make the most informed decisions.
Ask the friendly team at Innovate how we can help sell your home, today!
Reception Rooms / Bedrooms
- Open all drapes, curtains and blinds on all windows
- Make the beds, ensuring bedding covers whole mattress
- Remove throws off furniture
- Close all wardrobes and cupboard doors
- Hide shoes and clothing out of view
Kitchen
- Clear all work tops, soaps/sponges, tea towels, oven gloves or any other items shouldn’t be visible
- Move bins out of sight
- Clear sink (dishes from drainer to be removed and put away)
- Close all cupboard doors
- If fridge is shiny, please make sure it is clean as any fingerprints and smudges will be visible
- Clean all appliances or glass
Bathroom
- Toilet lids to be left down
- Remove/tidy toiletries
- Make sure bin lid down or remove the bins
- Remove towels from radiators or holders
- Remove toothbrushes, grooming products and accessories from view
Front Approach
- Move vehicles away from the driveway
- Try and keep front of house clear
- Remove bins and any other items you don’t want to appear In photos
- Clean windows and doors
- Remove any weeds
- Trim hedges or bushes
Rear Garden
- All hoses and garden tools removed
- All dead plants and leaves moved where possible
- Clear washing lines
- Maintain lawn and plants
EPC
An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is required when selling a house to provide information about its energy efficiency. It helps buyers make informed decisions, ensures compliance with regulations, improves marketability, and identifies opportunities for energy-saving improvements.
Solicitors
A solicitor handles various tasks when you sell a house, including title checks, preparing legal documents, completing property information forms, liaising with the buyer's solicitor, arranging mortgage redemption, transferring funds, settling obligations, and finalizing the sale. They act as your legal representative throughout the process. To ensure a smooth process, it would be advisable for you to locate all documentation to your property.
Mortgage Brokers
Speaking to a mortgage broker may not be at the top of your list when selling, however we believe it is important when financially planning for the future. This enables you to budget effectively. If you have an outstanding mortgage on your property when selling, it's generally not necessary to speak to a mortgage broker. However, it's important to inform your lender and consider contacting a broker if you plan to purchase another property.
We can assist you at every stage with your planning.
