Smart ways to create an outstanding property for a guaranteed sale

You are one of a kind and so is your home. Your property should reflect your individualism and inspire others to transform their homes. Learn how to flip your unique style into a valuable investment on the property market. 

Consider your location 

Having a home in a sought-after area is always a bonus. The appeal is already ingrained in potential buyers’ minds and you can position your property as the one they’re searching for. Even if you consider your property to be located in a less-than-desirable area, you can improve your chances by upgrading your home as best as possible. Even the most unsellable of areas have that dime in a dozen.

You can play up your property’s value by upgrading design elements that allow the best features of the area to be highlighted. Lush, leafy suburbs call for well-maintained verandas and balcony terraces spilling over with exciting pot plants and calming water features. Consider adding glass sliding doors to replace your patio walls for a home that flows seamlessly from entertainment to comfort. This will also allow natural light to permeate rooms and create a fresh, inviting ambience. Townhouses and apartments for city slickers will need excellent security and privacy. Pinpointing what makes a home special as it exists within its very own domain will make it naturally stand out from the crowd. 

Focus on furniture 

The pieces you carefully choose to accentuate your interior can add to the charm of your property. Look at the dimensions you have to work with and place emphasis on enhancing them. L-shaped couches are perfect for lounges where you need to maximise wall space. Separate couches and chairs of eclectic taste in monochrome colours and neutral shades are trending in 2023 and will add the perfect touch of class to any living room.

In the kitchen, select furniture that is as practical as it is pretty to look at. Upgrade your breakfast nook with materials like stainless steel for the sterile look of restaurant kitchens or opt for the simple, yet popular farmhouse trend. Pair white-washed or polished wood with embroidered dishtowels and vases of fresh flowers or bowls laden with fruit on the countertops. 

Theme your look 

First impressions count. Ensure your home has a balanced and cohesive energy from the outside in. Large, freestanding homes often only need a lick of paint to update the style. Creeping vines and shady palm ferns give off an old-school, classic flair of villa living and add an expensive feel to the outside of your home. Look to the guidance of feng-shui experts when focusing on picking an overall theme for your property. Balance light and dark aspects by carefully positioning mirrors at ideal locations in your home and decorating with scented candles, books or interesting ornaments from your travels. The homes that are the most difficult to sell often have a disconnect with style, location and proper maintenance. All this is easily avoidable with a little bit of thought and goes a long way toward increasing your property value. 

Use sustainability to your advantage 

Every new development in the property market is going green and your home should be no exception! With many buyers on the lookout for homes that pair quality finishes with eco-friendly appliances and solar systems, it would be wise to implement energy-efficient methods in your home. Start with the basics such as replacing lightbulbs with those of a lower usage wattage, installing an inverter to save you during load shedding or introducing recycling bins where needed. If you’re lucky enough to have an impressive garden, grow mini herbs and easy-growing vegetables for an organic solution that decreases your monthly grocery bill and adds country-core charm to your home. 

Reinventing function with fashion 

When putting yourself and your home out there, be prepared to take some risks by mixing modern and creative touches. Minimalism will always be in style and you can never go wrong with the less is more approach when presenting your home for sale. You want the potential buyers to be able to envision their very own stamp on the property, while still appreciating the dynamic expression you’ve presented. Use smart storage options that declutter your home and simultaneously provide a decor focal point. Think mirrored cabinets, clothes racks that make for chic, open closets and shelving that becomes a wall feature. Everything can be innovative if you allow it to be. 

Seeff knows the essentials and everything in between that comes with making a great pitch in the property market. Follow these great guidelines and contact us today for more advice on getting the most out of listing your home.