Seller Tips & Best Practices

A focused learning module to guide you step-by-step on your selling journey.

Selling your property successfully requires preparation, patience, and the right approach. Here are essential tips to help you sell quickly and at the best price.

1. Preparing Your Home for Sale

Before Listing

  • Deep Clean: Professional cleaning makes a huge difference
  • Declutter: Remove personal items and excess furniture
  • Fix Minor Issues: Repair broken fixtures, touch up paint, fix leaky taps
  • Curb Appeal: Maintain the garden, paint the front door, ensure the exterior looks inviting
  • Depersonalize: Remove family photos and personal memorabilia

2. Handling Viewings

  • Be Flexible: Accommodate viewing times, even if inconvenient
  • Leave During Viewings: Let buyers feel comfortable exploring without you present
  • Create Atmosphere: Open curtains, turn on lights, play soft music
  • Pet Management: Remove pets during viewings or ensure they're secured
  • Fresh Scents: Avoid strong cooking smells; use subtle air fresheners

3. Negotiating Offers

Do

  • Consider all offers seriously
  • Negotiate in good faith
  • Be realistic about market conditions
  • Consider the buyer's financial position

Don't

  • Reject offers without consideration
  • Be too emotional about the price
  • Ignore market feedback
  • Make counter-offers that are unrealistic

4. Maximizing Your Property's Value

  • Highlight Unique Features: Emphasize what makes your property special
  • Show Potential: Help buyers envision how they could use the space
  • Timing: Consider market conditions - spring and early summer often see more activity
  • Professional Presentation: Quality photos and staging can significantly impact buyer interest

Toolkit

Interactive resources at your fingertips

Essential resources, templates, and checklists to help you on your home buying journey. Click View to explore each resource in detail.

Pre-Sale Preparation Checklist

Checklist

Complete checklist for preparing your home before listing

Negotiation Tips Checklist

Checklist

Best practices for negotiating offers

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