How to make your home more desirable
Make your home irresistible to buyers in a tough market with property expert Sofie Allsopp’s sound advice
Dress your home
Home staging is a fairly new idea in Britain, but has been popular in the USA for years. The idea is that you improve your home to present it in the best possible light for sale, ranging from big changes, such as new carpets, to cleaning and dressing it. House doctors or home stagers diagnose your property's problems and suggest solutions, including detailed design advice.
Sophie's verdict
A smart home is more likely to appeal to buyers. House doctors claim they can sell your home 10-15% faster. They charge around £250-£500 for a day's consultation, or 0.1% of your home's asking price, plus cleaning and decorating costs. Try Home Stagers (0800 542 8952; homestagers.co.uk) or visit homestagingconsultants.co.uk to find a local company.
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