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WHAT ARE THE TOP #5 TIPS THAT CAN DEVALUE YOUR PROPERTY?

If you are considering selling your property in 2023, here are our Top #10 Tips that

can devalue your property:


1. Loud colours, quirky décor and period style furniture – Keep the tones

throughout neutral so potential buyers can imagine their style when viewing

the property.


2. Poor presentation and too much clutter – De-clutter the property of too

many personal items and effects, such as excessive appliances on

benchtops, photos, or bulky large furniture items. Keep the presentation

simple and neutral as well. Consider engaging a property stylist to assist

with the presentation.


3. Curb appeal – There are no second chances for a first impression. Take

the time to stand out the front of the property to see what a potential buyer

would see. If you don't create an inviting curb appeal, buyers might not

even inspect. It can be as simple as painting the front door, hosing down

the external walls and driveways or even painting the property. Clear the

yard of debris and unwanted items, fix fences, spruce up the gardens,

fertilise the lawn or buy a new house number, to name a few.


4. Odours – It is essential to take the time to focus on any unusual smells in

the property. These can be pet odours, left-over cooking scents or

unwanted musty and mouldy smells. Before any inspection with potential

buyers, you may like to consider a deodorising treatment, burning

fragrance oils, or baking a cake to create a more pleasant experience.


5. General cleaning, repairs, and maintenance – Take the time to walk around

the property and ask yourself, "What is something small I could do to

improve this room". Consider painting stained grout, replacing cupboard

handles, sugar-soaping walls, and an all-over clean from top to bottom of

the property.


If you need assistance preparing a property for sale, please get in touch with our

friendly team, who can guide you through the process. On 03 9008 6000



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