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The days are growing longer and the temperature is beginning to rise. Spring is the perfect time to give your rental property a little bit of TLC. Taking care of essential property maintenance tasks not only enhances the kerb appeal of your rental property but also helps to prevent potential issues that may arise later in the year. Here's our comprehensive guide to the must-do spring maintenance jobs for your buy-to-let property.

 

Roof
The winter months can be tough on your roof, with snow, ice, and strong winds taking a toll. Inspect your roof for any signs of damage, loose tiles, or leaks. Fixing any issues early can prevent more extensive and costly repairs down the line.

 

Over pricing

In 2018 Zoopla analysed the data it had on the initial price properties were listed for and their final sale price and discovered that properties that were overpriced can take two months longer to sell than properties that start with a realistic sale price.

 

One of the key filters on property websites is price so if your property is overpriced fewer people are going to see it and those that do will be comparing it, likely unfavourably, to others in that price bracket.

 

Inevitably you will have to lower your price as your property remains unsold. Buyers however, are keen to see properties that are new to the market as they believe that there must be something wrong with properties that have been on the market for a while.

 

Over personalised

You are selling your buyers their future home. If you have covered the walls with posters or personal photos consider taking them down. That way buyers can see the potential of a room without being overwhelmed by the sight of your personal belongings.

Spring is here and for many of us that means it is time to spring clean. our cleaning tips can help to make spring cleaning quick and easy, making your home a more pleasant and enjoyable place to live in.


Windows
The cleaner your windows are, the more light comes into your home. Washing your windows on a cloudy day stops the sun from drying them faster than you are washing them. This helps avoid having streaks on the glass.


Stainless Steel
Mix together 1tsp of washing up liquid with 1L of hot water. Use a cloth to rub the solution onto marks. Then rinse it off with hot water and dry with a clean cloth.

First impressions matter, and the effect of interior design decisions on potential buyers in Nottingham cannot be overstated. Despite the temporary nature of styling, seemingly superficial details can be highly off-putting to buyers. The importance of presenting a home well is underscored by the fact that 90% of buyers start their property search online, spending a mere 20 seconds on each listing, according to the Home Staging Association. In this fast-paced market, those initial seconds can make or break a potential sale.

 

Moving to a new home can be both an exciting and stressful experience, whether you're buying your home or moving to a new rented one. The process of packing up your life and moving to a new home often comes with its fair share of challenges. However, with careful planning, moving can be turned into a stress-free experience for everyone involved.

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