Selling guide
8 tips to make your open home a success
First impressions are key when selling. Make sure your house is sale-ready with our practical tips.
Last updated: 1 February 2023
AI summary
To make your open home a success, focus on creating an excellent first impression to attract buyers and secure a great price.
Start by decluttering and depersonalizing to help visitors visualize the space as their own. A deep clean, fixing all minor maintenance issues, and improving curb appeal are essential. Consider minor, cost-effective renovations or hiring a professional home stager to maximize appeal. Finally, you must maintain this "showroom" condition throughout the entire marketing period for any potential viewings.
What you'll learn
How to achieve open home success
1. De-clutter
Don't neglect cupboards, wardrobes, and drawers when you're decluttering.
2. Clean and freshen up
3. Fix anything not working
4. Renovate (if needed)
Dripping taps, peeling paint and stiff window latches should all be on your fix list.
5. Spruce up the exterior
First impressions count.
6. Set the scene
7. Hire a professional home stager
Whether you do it yourself, or get professional help, you'll need to think about how to present your home to buyers.
8. Live like you're in a showroom
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