First impressions matter more than most sellers expect. A little preparation before your property hits the market can make a real difference to how buyers respond when they walk through the door.

Start with the obvious fixes

A dripping tap, a sticky door, a cracked tile, these small issues are easy for a buyer to notice and easy for you to fix beforehand. None of them are expensive, but leaving them undone can make a buyer wonder what else has been neglected.

Declutter before you style

Buyers need to picture themselves living in the space, which is hard to do around someone else’s clutter. Clear benchtops, tidy wardrobes and open living areas photograph better and feel bigger in person.

Don’t underestimate the front of the house

Many buyers form an opinion before they’ve even stepped inside. A tidy garden, a fresh coat of paint on the front door, and a clean driveway go a long way toward a strong first impression.

Get your paperwork sorted early

Council rates, strata records for units, building certificates, gathering these early avoids last-minute scrambling once offers start coming in and keeps the process moving smoothly.

Talk to your agent before you spend big

Not every renovation pays for itself at sale time. Before committing to a big spend, it’s worth getting an honest read on what will actually move the needle for buyers in your specific street and price range.

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