If you're looking for some pointers for selling your home during the autumn you’ve come to the right place. We’ve compiled some tips that can help your property stand out in the market during the autumn.
Setting the stage for a potential house buyer is crucial in making the right impressions. Remember, you’re not just selling a house, you’re selling a dream or a lifestyle.
Here at Acres Estate Agents we often see autumn as the time when more serious buyers get in touch. These are the ones who will want to see properties to actually move to – they won’t be the tyre-kickers Spring can often bring, just having a nose round to see if a move would be on the cards if they see “ a perfect home “, with no real intention to buy.
Organise early viewings
It can be more of a challenge for your house to stand out in the dark and as the days get shorter, evening viewings don’t always set the best first impression. Homes generally look more appealing during the daytime.
It might be difficult to organise daytime viewings during the week as people are at work, so it’s a good idea to make time during the weekends to try and accommodate more potential buyers viewing.
Ensure your house is well-lit
It can be challenging for natural lighting to brighten up your home during the autumn, to combat the issue, it can be worth investing in some nice lighting. For rooms with large windows, be sure to open all the blinds and curtains as nothing beats natural light. However, for rooms that don’t have the luxury of larger windows, be sure to ensure they are well-lit through other means.
Clean the outdoors of fallen leaves
If you’ve got trees and hedges around the garden, you’ll be aware of how much of a mess fallen leaves cause during the autumn. External house maintenance is always important, but even more so whilst you are trying to sell your property.
Make use of the heating
As the days get shorter, the temperature starts to drop. The last thing you want during a house viewing is for your guests to feel uncomfortable due to being cold, so you’ll want to keep your house a cosy, a nice temperature can go a long way in creating a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere.
Log burners / real or effect coal fire
Always as an appealing feature, have these lit to make a property feel like a home, and help your buyer imagine a cosy night in, within the heart of your home.
Stand out
If your property goes on the market in the Autumn, it’s more likely to get noticed, compared to the traditional Spring influx of properties to the market. This is particularly true when you see how our exceptional photography will show off your home to its best advantage.
We think it’s best to stand out from the crowd, and Autumn is the ideal time to do that.
Final thoughts
Whilst it can seem impossible to time the sale of your property to perfection, Autumn is a great selling time with buyers thinking of a new home for Christmas and of course, those ever-important school applications being submitted.
If you are looking to sell your property, then Autumn could well be the perfect time for you to sell up and move on.
Yes, Spring is often seen as the best time to sell, but we at Acres also find that autumn proves to be a Buoyant time in the Property Market.
What steps can you make to maximise the appeal?
The obvious one is the presentation of your property. Make sure your garden and the outside of your house deliver maximum curb appeal. It’s surprising what you don’t need so a quick dump run to get rid of the clutter always helps free up space. Ensure you do your research and price your home competitively. Most importantly, choose a good local agent who understands the area. Here at Acres, your local independent estate agents, being a market leader in the North Birmingham area we accordingly have an exceptional knowledge of the locality. This means understanding transport links, local schools, and amenities so that we can quickly show the right buyers the right properties. Make October the month you finally make the move you have always wanted to.
If you were thinking of writing Autumn off, stop. Think about it. Autumn could absolutely be the season for you to show your house off to a potential buyer. If you would like to discuss selling your home, please get in touch with us This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call any of our busy, helpful teams/offices:
Four Oaks 0121 323 3088
Sutton Coldfield 0121 321 2101
Walmley 0121 313 2888
Great Barr 0121 358 6222
Thank you for reading and your interest in Acres and our property for sale.
Nigel & Jayne Deekes – Acres Partners
