TOP SELLING TIPS 10

What is that Smell?


Bad smells are big turn off. 
Try to find out where it originates and treat the source!

Be it a Drain, Bin, Wash Basket or Rover's Bed, Clear, Clean or de-odourise. 

Carpets can also be a source of the Smell, so Buy some Carpet De-odorizer.

Old Furniture can also smell. If it is with embedded stale smells/Cigarette Smoke get rid of it,

Wash any Bed Linen regularly to help keep that fresh too.

If you are a smoker, firstly get in the habit of Smoking Outside, but also Properly Ventilate the House to help remove any lingering smells.

I read once that placing bowls of vinegar around the house and leaving out for three or four days will help. Though the vinegar will smell a bit, when you open the windows it will quickly disappear, taking a most of the stale cigarette smell out with it.




On the other hand, pleasant Aroma's can help too.


Once you've eradicated the Bad Smells, replace them with some good Ones. Invest in some Air Fresheners, maybe even brew some Fresh Coffee too!





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Property Focus: Queens Drive

Queens Drive


Following my Mini-break to Scotland, (you get a lot for your Money up there!) I was perusing Rightmove to catch up on the Comings and Goings. I happened upon this 3 Bed Semi-detached on Queens Drive

Queens Drive is opposite Bowhill Park, (a place I and my dogs know well) so has a nice outlook on to this open Space. Its already been extended downstairs so offers more living space than Standard. OK, so it might be a tad too expensive as a Buy-to-Let Investment, but if your looking for a good sized Property in a decent area for Families then it may well be worth a look.

Its very similar to my own, so I shall be keeping an eye on this one...........


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TOP SELLING TIPS 9

Pretty as a Picture.


Make sure the windows are properly dressed with blinds or curtains.

In many Rooms the Windows are the Focal Point, especially if they overlook some stunning Scenery

Naked windows can make a place feel sterile and austere.

Buy some curtains/blinds if necessary to help improve the overall look and feel of the room.

Plants and flowers bring colour, life and light to a room.

A bowl of Fruit in Kitchen or Diner always adds a nice touch

Remember you home is going on a Date, So Dress to impress!

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TOP SELLING TIPS 8

De-Clutter, but don't leave it Soul-less

Time to shift all that excess stuff that has accumulated in every nook and Cranny.

Stick it in the loft, into storage, sell it or give it away. Especially Bulky furniture. 

Consider selling and replacing with smaller items.  Your potentially going to have shift it anyway!

You want to help people envisage themselves living there. People can find this difficult, so by removing as much as possible, it will help them see the space available

But not too much. You don't want it sterile, like a cheap hotel room....

People are buying into a lifestyle as much as the Property. So show them an attractive side of your lifestyle.

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Property Focus: Kenilworth Walk

Kenilworth Walk

Another Interesting Property on the Market with Wilson Peacock for £225,000.
This 3 Bed Semi-detached Property Features, 2 Double Bedrooms, a Large Lounge and a recently modernized Kitchen. Its been for sale since Beginning of September, and it would be interesting to know what the level of Interest has been. I think this might be a good buy at the Right Price.
Some of the Rooms would appreciate a bit of Updating, But its the Potential for the Property that is most obvious. The Larger than Average Garden means there a lot of Scope to Extend Further or Add a Conservatory. Upstairs could be remodelled to utilize some of the Dead Space on the Landing.
It all depends on your Imagination and of course your Budget.

Its a shame that the Agent is not that forthcoming when describing the property. Not what I would call a FULL Description.......

TOP SELLING TIPS 7

Is this a House or a CAVE?

Some houses can suffer from Dark Areas, so you need to address this.

Firstly make sure all windows are clean inside and out. Curtains should be held Back, if possible, allowing the Maximum Light in.

Make sure all lights are working and any shades are clean and Tidy. If you have any Dark Areas try to ensure a lamp is on in that area.

Might be worth using a mirror as these can help reflect light and can make rooms feel bigger.

You want the rooms to feel light and airy as they will fell bigger and more attractive.

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