We know the uncertainty can be daunting and frustrating.  It can feel like you're in limbo and your life has hit the 'pause' button.

If you're trying to sell your home right now, these questions probably dominate your daily thoughts:

1. Why is my home not selling?
2. Is the price too high?
3. Did I choose the right estate agent?
4. Is my home presented at its very best to the market?
5. Why are other properties selling, but mine isn't?
6. What can I do to help it sell?

As you read this, the property market in most areas of the UK is strong.  But for how long will this opportunity last?

To be frank, we don't know.

And that is exactly why you need to act NOW.  To take control of your situation.

Now is the time to make a change that could affect at least the next few years of your life.  You can take control now and change your future for the better.

Often a simple change can have radical results.

"The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again, but expecting different results." - Albert Einstein

So how can you help yourself to sell more successfully?  Here are three changes you can make right now to dramatically increase your chance of selling in the timeframe you want:

1: Make more of your outside space

Outside space has never been more important.  Whether it's an acre of formal gardens or a small patio suntrap, outside space is the number one feature that home buyers are looking for right now.  How are your outside spaces presented?  Are they showcased in your online advert to attract buyers?

Our suggestion:  Let's really set the scene - show potential buyers exactly how they could use the space to provide the lifestyle they aspire to.  Whether they are dreaming of enjoying their morning coffee and croissant admiring the view, or relaxing with a G&T in the evening, watching the sun setting.  It's really important you present this sense of aspirational lifestyle, both in your online advert, and in person, when buyers come to view your home.  When it comes to outside space, it's as important - and to some buyers more important - as your inside space. 

2: Add 'work from home' potential

Many companies now realise that most people appreciate the ability to work from home, and space for home offices has become increasingly added to buyers' wishlists.

Our suggestion:  Have you got an office space, or at least a corner you can carve out to add a little desk?  Can you present in a way that allows a buyer to imagine themselves working there?  Portray the work-from-home lifestyle, by adding attractive office accessories, a laptop and even a cup of coffee, so your online advert attracts a buyer.

3:         Increase value potential

As the world economy begins to open up once again, many homebuyers are understandably a little cautious about their next purchase.  Naturally, they want to make sure your home is a safe investment for them, and their family.  The more comfortable they are that your home is worth the asking price, the higher and more solid their offer will be.

Our suggestion: Make a list of any alterations, changes or improvements a buyer could make to your home, that could potentially add value to it in the future.  The likelihood is that the new buyers will never actually make these changes, but they will feel a lot more comfortable parting with their money if they believe there is an opportunity to grow their investment, if they choose to.

And there you have it:  three simple changes that could turn your home from being ignored by buyers, to being on their shortlist, and perhaps becoming their favourite.

What do you think?

Maybe you think these changes are obvious, but have you actually considered making them?  Perhaps one or more of these areas have been on your mind but you have been reluctant to make the changes, without being sure it would actually help you to sell your home more effectively.  Now with our expert confirmation that this is what you NEED to do, we hope you will feel more confident to take action where it’s needed.

If you want to stop wondering what you can do to help sell your home, and instead make the right changes to take advantage of this very buoyant property market, I highly recommend you make these changes without delay. 

If you need to book in a little more time with me to discuss any specific challenges you’re pondering – perhaps that box-room you’re not using, or conservatory that needs painting – I will be able to help you.  Drop me a line with your challenge to: lucy@stowhillestates.com or give the office a call on 01235 751 888 and let’s get you moving!