Tips for Preparing your Home for Sale in 2023

If you’re considering selling your home in 2023, now is the time to start preparing. In this blog post we’ll discuss a few tips and tricks on how to get your property ready for sale in 2023. 

Clean Up Your Curb Appeal 

The first thing potential buyers will notice when they drive by your house is its curb appeal. Make sure the front of your house looks inviting and well-maintained. This includes mowing the lawn, trimming any overgrown bushes or trees, cleaning up any debris in the yard, and making sure all of the paint on the outside of your house is fresh and bright. Also consider adding some potted plants near the entrance or walkway for an extra touch of colour. Here at Team JP, we have a comprehensive list of reliable, local tradespeople who can assist with these tasks. 

Update Interior Spaces 

Before you list your home for sale it’s important to make sure any interior spaces look their best. This means updating outdated fixtures like door handles or light fixtures, repainting walls or ceilings that need a refresh, replacing old carpeting with new flooring, and decluttering all living areas. If you can invest in some basic renovations like swapping out old gold door handles and kitchen fittings for sleek black options, you can immediately modernise the space. A quick trip to Kmart for some contemporary touches like a jute rug, some fresh artwork and on-trend soft furnishings can also make a big impression. 

While you are making these updates, start packing away your personal belongings like family photos and any clutter so the buyer can visualise themselves living in the space. As market experts, we can provide advice on how to refresh spaces in a way that will appeal to your ideal buyers and get the offers coming in!

Stage Your Home 

Staging is key when selling a home as it helps potential buyers imagine themselves living there. You don’t have to go overboard—simply rearranging furniture, adding some artwork and plants, and setting up cozy vignettes can make all the difference. Don’t forget about outdoor spaces too—adding furniture pieces like chairs and tables can create an inviting space that buyers will love! Our styling abilities go beyond adding some throw pillows, if you decide to sell with Team JP we have the materials and skillset to create dream spaces inside your home.

Preparing your home for sale takes time but it doesn't have to be overwhelming! Get in touch with us if you’re looking to sell in 2023 and we’ll take you through our road map for getting the very most for your home.