Good preparation helps buyers understand your property and picture how it could work for them. The most useful work depends on the home, the likely buyers, your timing and budget. Before committing to major improvements, talk with your salesperson about where your effort may make the biggest difference.
Look at the property from the street, entrance and each room. Note maintenance issues, lighting, access, gardens and anything that may distract a buyer from the home’s strengths. A clean and tidy presentation can help people focus on the space, while a clear path through each room makes viewings easier.
Address obvious maintenance and safety concerns, but weigh the cost and likely benefit of larger work before starting. Keep records of improvements and ask your salesperson what buyers of comparable properties tend to notice. Discuss any known issues and relevant disclosure obligations with your salesperson and lawyer; presentation does not replace accurate information.
Depending on your property, buyers and their advisers may want to understand the title, council information and consents, plans, alterations, warranties, services, access, boundaries or tenancy arrangements. Your lawyer and council can help identify what is relevant. Preparing information early can help you answer questions during the campaign.
Consider natural light, ventilation, clean windows, practical furniture arrangements and outdoor areas. For a section or lifestyle property, safe access and clear information about services, covenants or land use may be as useful as presentation. Do not enter neighbouring land or alter boundaries when preparing the site.
Discuss the photography, advertising, open homes and private viewings proposed for your campaign, along with their costs and timing. Consider how personal photographs, valuables, pets and access will be handled. If the property is tenanted, talk with your property manager and lawyer about communication and the applicable rights before arranging access.
Our team can discuss your property, appraisal, preparation and method of sale. Contact Stephanie Jones or the Te Anau team, call 03 249 8989 or use the form below. Read more about selling your property in Te Anau.