Preparing your property for sale can be a stressful process, regardless of your circumstances. But when you’re a parent with young children, the challenge of juggling work, parenting duties, and home preparation can feel overwhelming. Here are some practical tips to help you stay on top of things and make your move as smooth as possible.
Decluttering Your Family Home
Preparing your property means creating a clutter-free environment that appeals to potential buyers. However, achieving a minimalist look can be tricky when living with little ones. From bikes and balls to trucks and teddies, children amass many possessions over time. While you can’t put everything into storage, consider scaling back.
If there are toys or games your child hasn’t used recently, discreetly move them out of sight or donate them to a charity shop. Keep your child’s favourite items neatly tucked away in a lidded basket or storage bin during viewings to maintain a tidy look.
Tackle General DIY and Repairs
Family homes often show signs of wear and tear, like scuffed skirting boards and grubby marks on the walls. Freshen up your home with a lick of paint in key areas to present your property in its best light. A little effort in these areas can make a big difference when preparing your property for potential buyers.
Depersonalise Your Space
It’s important to prepare your property by making it feel like a blank canvas for prospective buyers. Store away personal items like family photos, baby pictures, and mementoes. Buyers need to envision themselves in the space, and personal touches can sometimes make them feel uncomfortable.
Viewings Action Plan
When viewings are scheduled, it’s best if the property is empty so buyers can freely explore and have open conversations with the agent. Plan ahead for what you and your children will do during viewings—whether it’s visiting a friend, heading to the park, or treating the kids to a milkshake at a local café.
Consider holding an open house where multiple buyers can view the property in a single day. This allows you to take a fun family trip, like a day at the seaside or a theme park, while your agent manages the viewings.
Keep It Clean and Tidy
One of the biggest challenges of preparing your property when you have children is maintaining a clean and tidy home. Create a quick checklist of tasks to tackle before each viewing to keep stress levels down. Focus on wiping down kitchen and bathroom surfaces, putting away shoes, scooters, and toys, and making the beds.
A New Chapter Awaits
With a little planning and preparation, preparing your property for sale while managing the needs of your family doesn’t have to be daunting. This move can mark the start of an exciting new chapter for you and your loved ones.
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