Ever wondered what is happening in prospective buyers heads as they inspect your home? Here are the top five things that buyers notice at an open for inspection.
Things that need to be painted or repaired
Most buyers have a keen eye and will quickly spot anything that needs to be painted or repaired around the home. This can cause them to mentally reduce the purchase price in their heads as they budget for any relevant repairs that need to be done if / when they move in. Our recommendation, read McGrath’s Preparing Your Home for Sale Guide and our Top Tips for Where to Spend Your Renovation Budget.
Cleanliness of the property
An untidy home or too much dog hair on the floor can detract from the stunning features of your home. It’s a good idea to declutter spaces, and ensure your home is sparkling clean for your open to inspection.
Size of living spaces & bedrooms
Obviously the size of rooms can’t easily be changed (without renovation) so a simple way to make rooms feel more spacious is the remove excess clutter, and oversized furniture.
Functionality of kitchen & laundry
It’s true that kitchens sell houses! The heart of the home, a lot of buyers will spend plenty of time sussing out the functionality of your kitchen and laundry. Opening drawers, sussing out storage etc. Keep your bench tops as clear as possible to ensure prospective buyers don’t have to use too much of their imagination when visualising cooking at the kitchen bench.
Outdoor living areas
A huge part of the Gold Coast lifestyle is the amount of time we spend outdoors, entertaining friends alfresco style and lapping up the sunshine. Providing functional, appropriately furnished outdoor living spaces will help buyers envision themselves relaxing and hosting friends and family at their potential new home.
