So, you’re planning to start the new year with a new adventure, and by that, we mean selling your home! From ensuring the interiors are styled according to 2020 trends, choosing the right estate agents to overcoming the emotion of selling, we have it covered. Read on to help you get ready to sell in 2020.
2020 Styling Trends
Ring in the new year with some fresh styling updates to enhance the aesthetic appeal of your home. Not only can this make your home more enticing to potential buyers, but it can also help you to make more objective choices about how your home should be presented to buyers. Colour and patterns will make a splash in 2020, and since it’s summer, now is the perfect time to incorporate colour into your home without it feeling overwhelming. Mix patterns and textures to add depth and intrigue to a space, think printed cushions with textured throws. We suggest refraining from larger design changes like adding wallpaper or changing the wall colour as this may not work in your favour, it is best to keep these as a blank canvas for the next owner. Coloured lampshades or patterned rugs are also a great way to add more colour if you don’t want to invest too heavily into these pieces, working with a stylist is a good option as you don’t have to commit to purchasing the items for the long haul.
Choosing The Right Estate Agent
Choosing the right estate agent means choosing someone who you can trust with selling your home. Experience is key in this regard, the more experience and market knowledge an agent has, the more equipped they’ll be in guiding you through the sale process. Rate My Agent is a great place to see reviews of estate agents as you can see their rating out of 5 stars and users can also comment on their experience with the agent. Furthermore, a good estate agent will have a great reputation via word of mouth, so keep an ear out for names of agents in your local area. Finally, the lines of communication with your agent should be very open and you should be kept in the loop throughout the entire process.
If you’re ready to sell in 2020 contact Team Etchells, Donna has lived in her chosen region for 35 years and has the kind of extensive knowledge that only a local can provide.
Overcoming The Emotion Of Selling
We all form an attachment to our homes, and this can be difficult to overcome when we decide to move on and sell. Keeping your feelings in-check when selling is one of the things you probably forgot about when preparing to sell. Thinking like a buyer can help you to sell, your love for the property is hopefully accompanied by attention to detail which will help ensure you have taken every care to make it market ready. In a way, detaching yourself from the home can be the best way forward and thinking of your home as another property on the market will help you to do so. Look at the facts and research what other comparable properties have sold for in the area, this will help you to keep your expectations realistic and understand what the market is doing. Focus on your next home and start envisioning your new life as the final step to helping you move on.
Donna Etchells - McGrath Estate Agents 