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Make the most
of spring and summer
Spring into summer is one of the best times of the year to put your house on the market: with wonderful weather, longer days and happier people making it more likely for buyers to come along and snap up their dream home. Here are our top tips on what you can do to make your home more desirable and generate the best price during these months.
Capitalise on the busy housing market
Spring and summer are the busiest periods for the property market, with early summer being a particularly active period for home buying. However the market tends to slow down in August once the school holidays begin, so make sure to start as early as you can.
Boost your house’s kerb appeal
If you want your house to sell fast, then make sure to focus on your kerb appeal. Keeping the outside areas tidy, the lawn mowed and pathways clean will go a long way in making a good first impression.
Try painting your front door, adding plant pots and summer plants to give yourself an edge against your competition. Having a nice garden can help potential buyers image themselves in the home and make them more likely to put an offer on the property.
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