EP35: If We Were Selling Our Home Tomorrow, Here’s What We’d Do

If you were selling your home tomorrow, where would you actually spend your time and money  and what would you leave alone?In this episode of the Local Ormeau Property Chat Podcast, Team Reddell turns the usual seller advice on its head and answers a simple question: what would Brett and Ethan actually do if they were preparing their own home for sale in today’s market?From researching the competition and timing your preparation properly to fixing the small maintenance issues that can become much bigger objections during a building and pest inspection, this episode is packed with practical advice sellers can use before going to market.In this episode, we cover:How Brett would research comparable homes before doing anything elseWhy timing your preparation mattersThe small maintenance issues worth fixing before buyers see themWhat building and pest inspectors commonly pick upWhy gardens, lawns, mould and exterior presentation matterHow first impressions can shape a buyer’s entire inspectionWhy smells and other sensory details can influence buyer perceptionThe difference between smart preparation and unnecessary renovationWhy ongoing maintenance can save you money when it comes time to sellThe biggest takeaway? Preparing a home for sale doesn’t necessarily mean spending a fortune. Often, it’s the small things, cleaning, maintenance, presentation and removing obvious objections, that make the biggest difference.If you’re thinking about selling in Ormeau or Ormeau Hills and want honest advice on what’s worth fixing before you go to market, Team Reddell is always happy to talk through your property.https://brettreddell.areaspecialist.com.au/