Selling your house in 2017? Top 10 tips to get your house ready to put on the market

Selling your house in 2017? Top 10 tips to get your house ready to put on the market

Are you thinking of putting your property on the market in 2017? Or are you about to approach an agent to value your home? Here is our top 10 check list to help you prepare your home for sale.  1. Know your home Whether you are present during a viewing or your estate agent is showing your home for you, there are some key questions which are worth considering in advance. Some of the most frequently asked questions include:- Why are you selling?- What is included in the sale?- How long have you lived there?- What are your neighbours like?- What is your favourite room in the house?- Are you happy to talk to any potential buyers?2. Legal documentsHave you renovated your homes over the years? Or had planning permission approved for an extension? Make sure you have all the legal documents available so you are prepared when a solicitor asks you for them later. 3. Go on holidayTake a break, go away for a short holiday or to a friend’s house. Then when you return, you will view y...

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