The following section has been written entirely with selling in mind, however, the same concepts apply and can be employed for renting to tenants to achieve premium rent.
A growing number of investors and buyers have become more discerning, demanding a higher level of quality from their potential property purchases. This becomes highlighted in a declining market, when a greater number of properties are put on the market but take longer to sell – thus creating a buyers market.
The sole aim of this section is to assist you in selling your property quickly irrespective of a growing or declining market. The way to selling quickly is to immediately persuade the potential buyer that your property will live up to their expectations. Throughout the viewing, you will be attempting to appeal to their senses of sight, smell, sound, touch and overall feeling of warm homeliness.
The selling of a property has become an art form, and this section will go some way in helping you to understand some of the simple concepts that can be applied to greatly increase your chance of selling
your property faster. Each ‘assist’ will help you achieve the right ‘feel’ for the buyer. It is probable you
will need to spend time and money in raising the level of upkeep within your property to obtain the best price and achieve a quick sale.
Take time to look and assess the aesthetics of your property in comparison to your neighbours and the best kept properties in yours and neighbouring areas. Make a list of salient points where your property fails to meet the standards set by more desirable neighbouring properties. This will prove to be an excellent starting point in improving your ‘kerb’ appeal.
The pleasing aesthetics of the front of the property will always make a strong statement about how the remainder of the property has been maintained, so it is vital to get this right.
Kerb Appeal
Keep the kerb in front of your property well swept at all times and free of any litter, especially prior to a viewing.
Walls or Fences
Remove any moss or weed growth on or around walls and fences. If necessary, repaint, stain or revarnish any worn areas to promote a new clean look. Furthermore, make good any problem areas ensuring gates open and close securely, oiling hinges and latches well to avoid any disturbing creaking or squeaking sounds.
Paths or Driveways
Remove any litter from paths or driveways, keeping the area well swept at all times particularly during the autumn months due obviously to falling leaves and debris. Again remove any weeds or moss that may have grown, ideally use a power washer to create a cleaner and bright path or driveway.
Lawned gardens
If you enjoy a lawned garden ensure that it is mowed regularly especially during the spring and summer months. Keep the borders and lawn free from litter and weeds. Ensure overgrown trees, bushes and partitioning hedges are all well trimmed.
In some cases this may allow more light in through the windows
Taken From : How to be a Super property Investor
