They say that people decide within the first few minutes whether to buy your home or not, so before you get the agents in, make sure you show it in the best light you can.

Many people do a ‘drive by’ of a property before they view, so ensure your property looks good externally as well as inside!

A great tip is to ensure every room ‘does what is says’. Make all bedrooms into bedrooms, even if it’s a single. Ensure the dining room is ready laid, and not doubling up as a spare office.

Clear all clutter inside and out – putting things into storage if required. The costs could well be worth the effort by encouraging a speedier sale and help your property appeal to as many people as possible. 

Finally, don’t forget to clean windows and either wash or give your paintwork a quick freshen up, making good any cracks, damp spots or bare wires. This helps sell your property faster and may even secure a better offer.