It’s a tough time if you’re looking to sell your property. In September, house sales fell by nearly 40%! Nationwide is also predicting a 8-10% fall in property prices for 2023.
However, don’t worry if selling your home is your ultimate goal, as there are a few smart ways to attract a buyer. Read on for our advice on how to make your home more sellable.
Locate all the important paperwork you need
The first thing you should do before putting your home on the market is making sure you have all the important paperwork to hand.
Unfortunately, It is often a cause of a sale falling through or being held up if the homeowner has misplaced the right documentation.
You should ensure you have everything from land registry documents to your home’s Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). If you have replaced your windows in the past, you will also need a FENSA or CERTASS certificate. And if you’ve extended your property, it is required that you have the necessary planning permission or building regulations certificate.
Create a spacious look and feel
Of the many things buyers look out for, a spacious home is often at the top of the list. However big your current property is, you can create the feeling of more space by generating light inside.
This can be achieved by strategically placed mirrors, fixing broken light fittings and ensuring your windows are sparkling clean to let maximum light inside.
You can also remove items from your windowsills that block out any light, keep to a lighter colour scheme and don’t overcrowd your rooms with large pieces of furniture. You may also choose to have a skylight installed, or invest in sliding patio or bi-folding doors to welcome even more light inside.
Invest in new windows from Pennine
The HomeOwners Alliance recently had some interesting findings from their recent survey which asked people what they thought had the most positive impact on a home’s kerb appeal. The top answer with 71% of the vote? “Windows in good condition (with no signs of rot or flaking paint)”.
Do your windows add to the visual appeal or your home, or do they leave you feeling slightly embarrassed or just underwhelmed?
If you are set on selling your home, it may be time to upgrade your home with new windows (and doors). Pennine’s range of UPVC and aluminium low-maintenance windows and doors will stay looking their best for many years to come, with a guarantee to back up our claim.
It’s not just Pennine’s windows and doors that will help you sell your home. We have a wide range of home improvements, including a number of stunning living spaces, that will inject plenty of value into your home. Why not reach out to one of our advisors for guidance? You can contact us here.
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LOOKING TO REPLACE YOUR WINDOWS?
We have a fantastic range to choose from so whether it’s a modern style or traditional timber effect windows – we are confident that we will have windows to improve any home to give it the finished look with elegance.
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