A Quick Sale issues tips for struggling homeowners looking to sell their property following the prolonged continued rise in UK house prices
December 5, 2006 (Press Release) --
Leading property buyer, A Quick Sale, in partnership with property expert, Lisa Orme, have issued some top tips to help house sellers achieve a quick sale on their property, even within the current UK housing market.
The tips on how to sell a house quickly have been created by A Quick Sale in partnership with Lisa Orme, to aid struggling house sellers deal with the increasingly difficult UK property market. With house prices increasing by an average of 4.9% across the country during the last 12 months, combined with recent interest rate rises, the house sale process has never been more of an art than it is now.
Recent research has shown that the average UK property is currently taking around six and a half weeks to sell with 11 viewings per property before a sale is agreed – plus an additional eight to ten weeks for the sale to complete. It is also important to note that, for any homeowners who are still hoping for a quick sale of their house before Christmas, that the market is typically a lot slower across the festive season through to March.
As the number of sellers experiencing difficulties in the market increases, it becomes even more important to ensure everything is being done to maximise the potential of a property, as it is often the little things that make the difference between a sale and a fail.
Kerb appeal - First impressions are key. An unkempt garden, dishevelled paint work or obvious structural problems are likely to put prospective buyers off immediately. Vendors should make sure the exterior of their property is welcoming in order to turn ‘drive-bys’ into viewings.
De-personalise - Buyers should be able to see beyond the possessions of the vendor. Items which represent a personal hobby, interest, or collection, should be hidden so that potential buyers are not distracted from the essential components of the house.
Finish any DIY jobs! - It can be tempting to leave DIY jobs half-done, however, A Quick Sale advises all vendors to make sure any jobs – no matter how small – are completed before viewings start. Interested parties may simply see extra work to be done and be put off.
Clean kitchens and bathrooms - For cleanliness, these two rooms need to score high. The kitchen and bathroom gather the most amount of germs and dirt so it is vital that they are scrubbed and polished before any viewings. Simple things like replacing an old shower curtain, putting out fresh towels, doing washing up and getting rid of stubborn oven stains can make all the difference.
Keep it neutral - It’s impossible to know whether a buyer likes green walls or will favour floral wallpaper. To avoid putting them off, A Quick Sale advises vendors cover up bright splashes of colour and go for neutral shades like magnolia for walls and warm beiges for carpets. To add character and vibrancy, use accessories like flowers, pictures or candles that can be removed when the property is sold.
See the A QUick Sale website for further tips.
The tips on how to sell a house quickly have been created by A Quick Sale in partnership with Lisa Orme, to aid struggling house sellers deal with the increasingly difficult UK property market. With house prices increasing by an average of 4.9% across the country during the last 12 months, combined with recent interest rate rises, the house sale process has never been more of an art than it is now.
Recent research has shown that the average UK property is currently taking around six and a half weeks to sell with 11 viewings per property before a sale is agreed – plus an additional eight to ten weeks for the sale to complete. It is also important to note that, for any homeowners who are still hoping for a quick sale of their house before Christmas, that the market is typically a lot slower across the festive season through to March.
As the number of sellers experiencing difficulties in the market increases, it becomes even more important to ensure everything is being done to maximise the potential of a property, as it is often the little things that make the difference between a sale and a fail.
Kerb appeal - First impressions are key. An unkempt garden, dishevelled paint work or obvious structural problems are likely to put prospective buyers off immediately. Vendors should make sure the exterior of their property is welcoming in order to turn ‘drive-bys’ into viewings.
De-personalise - Buyers should be able to see beyond the possessions of the vendor. Items which represent a personal hobby, interest, or collection, should be hidden so that potential buyers are not distracted from the essential components of the house.
Finish any DIY jobs! - It can be tempting to leave DIY jobs half-done, however, A Quick Sale advises all vendors to make sure any jobs – no matter how small – are completed before viewings start. Interested parties may simply see extra work to be done and be put off.
Clean kitchens and bathrooms - For cleanliness, these two rooms need to score high. The kitchen and bathroom gather the most amount of germs and dirt so it is vital that they are scrubbed and polished before any viewings. Simple things like replacing an old shower curtain, putting out fresh towels, doing washing up and getting rid of stubborn oven stains can make all the difference.
Keep it neutral - It’s impossible to know whether a buyer likes green walls or will favour floral wallpaper. To avoid putting them off, A Quick Sale advises vendors cover up bright splashes of colour and go for neutral shades like magnolia for walls and warm beiges for carpets. To add character and vibrancy, use accessories like flowers, pictures or candles that can be removed when the property is sold.
See the A QUick Sale website for further tips.
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