{"id":251,"date":"2022-02-01T12:36:59","date_gmt":"2022-02-01T12:36:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/?p=251"},"modified":"2022-02-02T07:10:49","modified_gmt":"2022-02-02T07:10:49","slug":"prepare-for-a-house-viewing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dy36-2.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/prepare-for-a-house-viewing\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Prepare for a House Viewing"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your home is on the market, the viewings are booked, and\nyou\u2019re ready to sell. The only thing left is to find your buyer \u2013 and that\u2019s\nwhere things get interesting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In an ideal world your home would speak for itself, but\nsometimes buyers need a little help seeing its full potential. Never fear \u2013\nfrom sprucing up your home an hour before a viewing to giving the perfect tour,\nthere are some easy but impactful things that you can do to help your house\nsell for the right price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, pop the kettle on, put your feet up, and read on \u2013 we\u2019ll\nhelp you get viewing-ready in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Before the viewing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It goes without saying that tidying the house is one of the\nmost important things you can do before a viewing, but not everyone has the\ntime for a full-on deep clean before every viewing. Here are some options for\ngetting thing ready whether you\u2019re an early bird or you\u2019re in a last-minute\nrush.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"valuation-widgets\">\n    <div class=\"valuation-widgets__col\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/online-valuation\" class=\"valuation-widget\">\n            <div class=\"media\">\n    <div class=\"media__media\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dy36-2.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/wp-content\/themes\/yopa\/assets\/images\/icon-house.svg\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\">    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"media__inner\">\n        <div class=\"media__heading\">\n            Instant online <span class=\"chevron\">valuation<\/span>        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"media__content\">\n            <p>Get a rough estimate of your home's value now.<\/p>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"valuation-widgets__col\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/property-valuation\" class=\"valuation-widget\">\n            <div class=\"media\">\n    <div class=\"media__media\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dy36-2.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/wp-content\/themes\/yopa\/assets\/images\/icon-currency.svg\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\">    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"media__inner\">\n        <div class=\"media__heading\">\n            Face-to-face <span class=\"chevron\">valuation<\/span>        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"media__content\">\n            <p>Book an appointment with your local Yopa agent.<\/p>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you don\u2019t have much time<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you don\u2019t have loads of time on your hands or your home\njust won\u2019t stay tidy all week (especially if kids or pets are involved), just\nmake some quick fixes an hour or so before a viewing. If you can, schedule the\nviewings back-to-back or as an open house event so that they are all done in\none go. When buyers see that other buyers are interested in your property this\ncan also encourage interest and early offers! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><em>Give it some kerb appeal<\/em> \u2013 The outside of\nyour property will set the tone for the rest of the house, so make sure\nrecycling bins are neatly lined up or even hidden away and consider moving your\ncollection of garden gnomes and relocating that stack of bikes. If possible,\npark your car around the corner so buyers see a clear first view of the house.<\/li><li><em>Kitchen quick-fixes<\/em> \u2013 For many buyers the\nkitchen is the heart of the home. Make sure they\u2019re not distracted by washing\nand putting away all of your pots, pans and utensils (or just pop them in the\ndishwasher). Make sure everything on the worktops is neat and give all your\nsurfaces a quick wipe. Bright red pasta stains, be gone!<\/li><li><em>Give some love to your living spaces<\/em> \u2013 As\nalways, clearing away unnecessary items is a must. Get the kids involved by\nasking them to pick up and tidily stow any clothes and toys they have left\nlying around. Finish by straightening throws and fluffing pillows \u2013 this can\nmake a surprisingly big difference to how welcoming your home appears.<\/li><li><em>Blitz the bathroom<\/em> \u2013 Cleaning wipes are\nyour best friend when it comes to the bathroom. Give surfaces a quick wipe, and\ntemporarily stash all your toiletries away. If there\u2019s nowhere to put them, use\nyour resources and temporarily stow them in the car (which might be around the\ncorner by now!).<\/li><li><em>Prep your pets<\/em> \u2013 Not all potential buyers\nlove animals, and evidence of a pet-heavy household might put some people off.\nMake sure litter trays, hamster cages, and pet toys are out of the way and,\nmost importantly, give your home a good vacuum to get rid of any stray pet hair.\nIf your pets tend to get over-excited by visitors (especially dogs), see if you\ncan leave them with a friend or a neighbour.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/yopa-production-wordpress-content.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/homeowners-hub\/uploads\/2019\/04\/pet-home-door.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-255\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.yopacrm.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/uploads\/2019\/04\/pet-home-door.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/cdn.yopacrm.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/uploads\/2019\/04\/pet-home-door-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.yopacrm.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/uploads\/2019\/04\/pet-home-door-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.yopacrm.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/uploads\/2019\/04\/pet-home-door-50x33.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you have a little more time<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you find yourself with a few spare hours over the\nweekend, it pays to have a more thorough declutter before viewings begin, and\nmaybe even make a few simple repairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><em>Reorganise<\/em> \u2013 If you only have time for a\nfew quick fixes, stowing miscellaneous items in a cupboard might be sufficient,\nbut some buyers will want to look at these storage spaces too. If you have time\nto really reorganise, invest in some decent boxes and tidy your things away,\nneatly stacking them in the loft or even hiring a small storage unit. This is\nalso a great opportunity to get rid of the things you don\u2019t want to take with\nyou when you move.<\/li><li><em>Fix obvious problems<\/em> \u2013 If there are some\nthings that look less-than-great but are easy to fix, tackle them now. Door\nsqueaks when you open it? Put some oil on the hinges. Fence post is wonky?\nHammer it back in. Fixing any smaller issues quickly will help people form a\nbetter overall first impression of your home.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you have lots of time<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ve probably heard the phrase \u2018home staging\u2019 by now, and\nit can feel like an option that\u2019s only for professional sellers with lots of\ncash to spare. But if you have enough time on your hands, with just a little\ninvestment home staging can really inspire viewers to fall in love with your\nhome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The idea is to make each room in your home look like it\u2019s\npart of a show home (but not in a clinical, impersonal way). This makes it\neasier for viewers to imagine themselves in your property, living their own\nlives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start by cleaning and decluttering, then add some finishing\ntouches \u2013 the home staging part \u2013 to draw viewers in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Put out clean, matching, folded towels in the\nbathroom, hotel-style, and hang a new shower curtain or replace mouldy sealant to\ngive your bathroom a just-renovated look.<\/li><li>Clear away personal items like photographs and\nreplace them with neutral ornaments or subtly scented candles (nothing too\noverwhelming).<\/li><li>Lay tables with placemats and cutlery so viewers\ncan imagine themselves eating and socialising in your home.<\/li><li>Choose a new rug to distract from an older\ncarpet and add a cosy feel to your living room. If your room is very neutral go\nfor a pop of colour. Otherwise, play it safe with pastel.<\/li><li>Put fresh flowers out to brighten the room and\nmake it feel more welcoming.<\/li><li>Consider rearranging and removing furniture to\ngive your rooms a feeling of more space.<\/li><li>Invest in new duvet covers for the bed and\ncushions for your other furnishings. Think about how soft furnishings in\nfurniture stores are displayed and aim for the same thing.<\/li><li>If you have lots of time and want to go the\nextra mile, try painting your rooms a neutral (but not cold) colour, especially\nif the paintwork is looking a little tired.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"509\" src=\"https:\/\/yopa-production-wordpress-content.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/homeowners-hub\/uploads\/2019\/04\/photo-1504624720567-64a41aa25d70-768x509.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-258\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.yopacrm.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/uploads\/2019\/04\/photo-1504624720567-64a41aa25d70-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.yopacrm.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/uploads\/2019\/04\/photo-1504624720567-64a41aa25d70-768x509-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.yopacrm.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/uploads\/2019\/04\/photo-1504624720567-64a41aa25d70-768x509-50x33.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No matter how much time you have to prep your house, do the same three things before each viewing: open all the doors (including the back door) to accentuate the feeling of space, turn on lights (if it\u2019s dark), and crack open the windows to get rid of any smells and to make everything feel \u2018fresh\u2019. Our Local Yopa Agents swear by it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>During the viewing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, your home is ready for visitors, and everything looks\nits best. Now for the main event \u2013 showing them around. Your prep work should\nhave them in a good frame of mind as soon as they walk through the door, but\nthis is your chance to really show them how great your property is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to conduct a viewing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><em>Decide on the order of the tour in advance<\/em>\n\u2013 Having a plan in mind means you won\u2019t miss anything out, and it shows the\nbuyer you know exactly what you\u2019re doing.<\/li><li><em>Start and finish in the best room (if\npossible)<\/em> \u2013 This is the room they\u2019ll remember most strongly and finishing\nin the same place reassures buyers that they\u2019ve had a thorough, inside-out\ntour.<\/li><li><em>Let them look around independently<\/em> \u2013 No potential\nbuyer expects to explore your house alone, but you can give them breathing\nspace in each room. Let them go in first, then stand back as they walk around\nthe room.<\/li><li><em>Don\u2019t sell too hard<\/em> \u2013 Building genuine\nrapport is far better than being too formal or trying to sell too hard. You\nwant your buyers to be relaxed and feel welcome \u2013 if they feel like you\u2019re\ntrying too hard to sell your home, their trust can be eroded.<\/li><li><em>Give them information they won\u2019t get anywhere\nelse<\/em> \u2013 They\u2019ll be able to see the floor plan online, but only you can tell\nthem about the neighbours or any work you have done to the property since you\nbought it. Share your own \u2018local knowledge\u2019 to help them really get a feel for\nyour home.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/yopa-production-wordpress-content.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/homeowners-hub\/uploads\/2019\/04\/photo-1499916078039-922301b0eb9b.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-257\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.yopacrm.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/uploads\/2019\/04\/photo-1499916078039-922301b0eb9b.jpg 800w, https:\/\/cdn.yopacrm.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/uploads\/2019\/04\/photo-1499916078039-922301b0eb9b-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cdn.yopacrm.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/uploads\/2019\/04\/photo-1499916078039-922301b0eb9b-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.yopacrm.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/uploads\/2019\/04\/photo-1499916078039-922301b0eb9b-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.yopacrm.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/uploads\/2019\/04\/photo-1499916078039-922301b0eb9b-50x50.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Things to do\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Greet your visitors warmly when they arrive, the\nway you would like to be greeted.<\/li><li>Start with a general overview of the house, such\nas its history, its layout, and why you\u2019re moving.<\/li><li>Give them personal insight into all of the\nrooms, like how much light it gets, as it\u2019s not something they\u2019re likely to\nknow already.<\/li><li>Remember to show them things that are less obvious,\nsuch as hidden storage space.<\/li><li>Tell your potential buyers to get in touch if\nthey have any questions. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/about-yopahub\">YopaHub<\/a>\nis a great way for them to send questions directly to you.<\/li><li>Remember to keep your cat or dog away from the\nviewing if possible. Not everybody likes pets, and they may distract from the\nviewing.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2026and things to avoid<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Overloading your visitors with information.\nThey\u2019ll already have the key information from the property listing, so you\ndon\u2019t need to go into too much detail unless asked.<\/li><li>Bending the truth. If a viewer asks a difficult\nquestion, be as honest as possible; don\u2019t mislead potential buyers, as it can\nbackfire later.<\/li><li>Negativity, even if it\u2019s part of a light-hearted\ncomment. Don\u2019t jokingly point out the stain on the wall as it will only draw\nattention \u2013 and positive language will put viewers in a much better frame of\nmind than negative language.<\/li><li>Talking too much about yourself and your\nconnection to the house. The viewer needs to be able to see themselves here,\nnot feel like they\u2019re intruding on someone else\u2019s property.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Top tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before every viewing, ask yourself what you would like to\nsee as a potential buyer. If you\u2019ve viewed a property recently, what could have\nbeen better about the viewing, and what really sold it to you? You and the buyer\nare probably on a very similar journey, so connecting with their experience is\none of the best ways to present your home in its best light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you need any specific advice on conducting your viewing,\nhomeowners selling with Yopa can chat to their Local Yopa Agent for more tips\nand advice. And remember, if you fancy taking a step back, they can conduct all\nyour viewings for you for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/fees\">low fixed fee<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"valuation-widgets\">\n    <div class=\"valuation-widgets__col\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/online-valuation\" class=\"valuation-widget\">\n            <div class=\"media\">\n    <div class=\"media__media\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dy36-2.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/wp-content\/themes\/yopa\/assets\/images\/icon-house.svg\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\">    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"media__inner\">\n        <div class=\"media__heading\">\n            Instant online <span class=\"chevron\">valuation<\/span>        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"media__content\">\n            <p>Get a rough estimate of your home's value now.<\/p>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"valuation-widgets__col\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/property-valuation\" class=\"valuation-widget\">\n            <div class=\"media\">\n    <div class=\"media__media\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dy36-2.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/wp-content\/themes\/yopa\/assets\/images\/icon-currency.svg\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\">    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"media__inner\">\n        <div class=\"media__heading\">\n            Face-to-face <span class=\"chevron\">valuation<\/span>        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"media__content\">\n            <p>Book an appointment with your local Yopa agent.<\/p>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your home is on the market, the viewings are booked, and you\u2019re ready to sell. The only thing left is to find your buyer \u2013 and that\u2019s where things get interesting. In an ideal world your home would speak for itself, but sometimes buyers need a little help seeing its full potential. 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