Evergreen, silver greys, gum and black are strong options for feature walls and front doors, creating a point of difference boosts emotional attachment and these palettes feel fresh, open and calming.
Layered lighting
Warm welcoming light is the first thing buyers sense on arrival, brighter homes always present better than darker ones. Open windows, push back blinds, and if you lack natural light turn on all overhead lights, table and floor lamps. Use mirrors to reflect and bounce light around – especially in darker rooms or transitional areas. It will make your property feel larger too.
Touch
Key to tapping into your buyer’s emotions is through clever styling and finishes, from soft furnishings and floor rugs to luxe throws.It’s the little things that make a buyer fall in love with a home, Sisal or earthy jute rugs are good for coastal areas. For a top-end apartment, opt for luxe textures like leather or silk rugs, and for a family home a plush rug suggests comfort and easy-maintenance.
Scent
If your location is a unique one, like the beach, a coconut scented candle can help create a relaxing vibe whilst reinforcing the location, candles with scents like jasmine, vanilla or magnolia also neutralise any odours.
Whilst scent can have a considerable impact on ambience, Chamberlain advises keeping it subtle. It can raise more questions than emotions as buyers wonder what it is hiding! Fresh air and flowers are best, so ensure your home is open to the elements.
Keep it impersonal
Displaying too many personal touches can distract and isolate buyers, declutter pin boards and put away really personal items. Present a homely feel that isn’t associated to any particular individuals, it allows buyers to properly imagine themselves there, and the property will appeal to them more.
Call in the pros
If you sit in the high-end market, buyers expect your property to be complete and polished. In order to be competitive and in a premium suburb high-price bracket, you can’t cut corners, unless it is a renovator’s delight.
A certain level of finish is expected, as is immaculately styling. It provides an air of completion, even if it’s not. Whilst styling comes naturally to some, it doesn’t to others and can mean make or break come inspection day.
A professional property stylist can rejig your home to promote better flow, and introduce abstract art and décor and they are the elements that make all the difference.
On the day
If you have been living in the house during your campaign, come open day, it should be spick and span. Prepare for a full pre-sale clean for at least two weekends before each open, if the hard work is done prior, it can also settle open day jitters.
This is the moment you and your agent have been preparing for, on the day it should be merely about tweaking and creating that all important ‘feel’ that is going to see buyers fall in love when they walk through the door.
It’s important after all the lead-up preparations, that you are calm and your house is polished, this is your opportunity to create a lasting impression. Be sure to make every minute count.
Other tips and ideas:
- Instead of flowers, place live white orchids around your home. They look fresh and chic and more contemporary than a bunch of flowers.
- Straighten framed art on walls.
- Plump the pillows.
- Turn off all electronic devices like computers and televisions.
- Open a beautiful art book to a gorgeous double spread.
- Leave toilet seats down.
- Leave the bathroom counter free of products except a couple that have stylish packaging.
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This article provides general information only and has been prepared without taking into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. We recommend that you consider whether it is appropriate for your circumstances and your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. It does not constitute legal, tax or financial advice and you should always seek professional advice in relation to your individual circumstances. All loans are subject to lenders terms and
