Thinking of selling your property?

GETTING your house ready for sale can often be a daunting task.

Presenting your home at its best is crucial when it comes to catching the eye of a potential buyer. The small touches can often help sway their decision in favour of your property over another they might be considering.

An investment of time and effort, if not money, in sprucing up particular aspects of the house which have become faded and worn, can often help you achieve the price you’re looking for.

The following are tips for sellers who are looking to put their home on the market:

* Be realistic about the asking price. * Make sure the house is presented well from

the outside - first impressions count. * Pick up any litter, cut the grass, trim the hedges, touch up paintwork, put out some planted flower pots. * Remove all clutter from your house. Make sure

windows are clean. * Try to get rid of any strong smells, i.e. animals or cooking. A good tip - have a pot of coffee on the brew or some home baking in the oven. Fresh flowers always look well. * Have a BER (Building Energy Rating) Certifi

cate in place. * Check Title is in order for smooth and quick

sale.