Simple tips to make your home more saleable

If you are hoping to move to a new home in 2023 and need to sell your current abode, you may be interested in some simple tips that can help you get a sale more quickly, according to one property expert.

Speaking to The Sun, Jonathan Rolande, of the National Association of Property Buyers, revealed that there are some very simple, and relatively inexpensive, things you can do to help your home sell.

His top tip is to buy some new houseplants because they can make a room feel fresh and bright, which will make your home much more appealing to prospective buyers. He pointed out that this will make the estate agent photos look much nicer and therefore mean you are likely to get more interest in your property.

What’s more, house plants can move with you, so you’re not investing in items that have to stay behind when you relocate to your new home in Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch or beyond.

We have put together a handy guide for moving house plants to ensure they arrive safely and in good condition at your new property. Simple steps, such as covering the top of the pots with a plastic bag to prevent soil from spilling, and letting your plants dry out ahead of the move to make them lighter, can make it much easier to travel with your house plants on moving day.

Another tip to help prospective buyers fall in love with your home is to use air freshener or scented candles to make the space feel inviting as soon as someone steps inside. Jonathan’s advice is to choose a scent that’s appropriate for the time of year because this will help people visualise themselves in your home.

These small steps might not sound like they will make a great deal of difference, but as the Evening Standard recently pointed out, as the housing market cools buyers will likely view properties multiple times before they make a decision to purchase.

It is therefore important to make sure your home is as appealing, tidy and free of clutter as possible. One option is to start packing non-essential items well ahead of your actual move and putting those in storage.

We offer secure short- and long-term storage solutions, conveniently located in Bournemouth, so you can begin this process as soon as you would like to and thereby boost the chances of your home selling more quickly.

The other bonus to using a storage facility is that it will allow you to pack more gradually, as well as give you the time and space you need to sort out your belongings before you move into your new abode.

Our team of experienced removals professionals can even help you transport boxes and other belongings to your storage unit if you wish.

We are always happy to answer any questions you have about our services, and will provide a free, no-obligation quote for moving to a new home in the South West or even further afield. Simply contact us and we will carry out a full house survey at a time that is convenient for you – we can even do this remotely, rather than needing to visit your property in person.