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Selling Advice
When deciding to sell your home in Truro, St Agnes and surrounding areas there are
a number of important issues to consider.
Why am I selling?
This is an important question, as it will impact on how quickly you need to find a buyer
and, therefore, the initial pricing. It may be starting a new job at a certain date, a baby
due or other time sensitive reasons.
A realistic and competitive asking price
At the start, a realistic and competitive asking price can be crucial. Most interest is
generated in the first 6 weeks of marketing. Remember, often the first offer is the
best one.
First impressions
It is not just important to present the property at its best both inside and out for
photographs, but when viewers arrive or as they often do ‘drive by’ first, you want
your home to entice them through the door. So clean gutters, freshly painted doors
and windows, clean pathways and tidy gardens are vital ingredients to a successful
sale, quicker and at the best price.
Presentation
• Lights or lamps on makes a home feel warm and welcoming.
• Make use of plug ins or a fresh vase of flowers to keep the home
smelling fresh and those damp or pet smells at bay.
• In the winter make sure the heating is on, a cold house is off putting
and potential buyers will think it is expensive to heat.
• Touch up paintwork, or any past damp patches, as nervous first time
buyers may fear the worst.
Viewings
If you choose to show potential buyers around your home do not say too much.
Answer their questions, but do not over sell your house as you do not want to appear
desperate. Let the viewers take their time, it is a lot to take in and they will not want
to be rushed.
Any other questions you may have can be discussed at our appraisal.
Book your valuation - it is free and without obligation.