What’s your property’s point of difference?

If you are considering selling your home, have you thought about what makes your home different from others on the market? While your real estate agent will have a good idea of what makes your home special, for you to present the property in its best light, it’s important to understand what would make a buyer choose your home.

We can also bring in stylists who will show you how to display your home for photographs and online marketing. While this may seem like a lot of work, it can really pay off in sales price, particularly in a tough market, and when it comes to selling a property you want to get it right.

There are six main areas to think about when considering how and where to position your home, and it is these areas a real estate agent will initially look for – after all, they want to market your property in its best light.

Space is at a premium

When buying Sydney real estate, space is a luxury in many city homes. Buyers are looking for a good amount of internal space, and if it is a smaller home, they are looking at what they can do with the space available.

The key here is decluttering your home to showcase how much space is available and how a house can be arranged to get the most out of the home.

Pack away any unnecessary items, including kitchen appliances, and consider doing a clean out of items you no longer need or use well in advance of your move.

Outdoor space to relax

Do you have a garden or other outdoor space? Depending on the amount of space you have, you may consider putting in new plants, bringing in a dining table and chairs, or a cafe style table, and look at pruning and cleaning up the garden to open up the space further.

If your outdoor space is tiled, consider whether you can power wash the tiles to bring them back to life (just remember to do this a few weeks before so the area isn’t messy or wet when potential buyers come through.)

Great views

Wherever you live, good views are sought after by buyers. Whether you have a view of Neutral Harbour or one of the many parks around Neutral Bay, you’ll want to maximise them.

How to do that? Ensure glass balconies are clean, take the top out of any trees or large plants and consider purchasing new outdoor furniture to take advantage of outdoor dining.

Take advantage of the light

Some homes look fantastic during the daylight hours, while others really come to life at twilight. The time of year may also make a difference as to how your property looks. Take some time to think about when your property looks best – this will determine when the best time for marketing photos and open homes are.

Period features

Many homes around Neutral Bay have period features that can really appeal to buyers – fireplaces, original walls, exposed beams, or a lovely facade. Work out how you can maximise these features – perhaps it’s through decluttering, new paint, rearranging furniture, or utilising decor that matches the period of your home.

Houses with character are well loved, so use that character to help sell your home.

Bring in the stylists

If you aren’t too sure how to make your home look its best, bring in stylists or home staging experts. With plenty of experience, these experts can set your house up, bring in new furniture and furnishings and really help make your home stand out.

Staging a home also allows for buyers to see how they can use the space in the home to their benefit. While this may seem like overkill, it can certainly make the difference when selling your home, particularly in a tougher market.

Choose your agent well

Taking your time to interview several agents can really pay off when it comes time to settle. Choosing an experienced sales agent in the Neutral Bay area means that you’re working with an agent who knows the market, knows what buyers are looking for, and they can give you some handy tips along the way – we would obviously love to have that conversation with you, so please give us a call if you’re thinking of selling.

Are you thinking of selling your Neutral Bay home?

Speak to the team at Home Property Agents – we’ll be happy to help you in ensuring your home stands out from the rest.