16 proven steps to maximise your result — from someone who's sold your neighbourhood.
Making your house look its best before going to market is one of the smartest moves a vendor can make. A potential buyer's perception of your home's value can shift significantly with minor alterations — and that translates directly to your sale price.
This guide covers the considerations we walk through with every vendor. Not all will be required — our recommendations always take into account your budget, timeframe and willingness.
We have a network of reliable contacts for every job, and can handle all quotes and coordination. We also have a facility to hold all costs until settlement — so there's no out-of-pocket expense upfront.
We get these on most properties prior to launch. It helps avoid surprises and focuses our efforts. The last thing we want is to discover an issue once we're on the market or under contract.
Buyers often drive past before deciding to attend. The perception of value starts before they reach the front door. Fences, driveways, paths and stairs all matter more than you think.
This room is vital to get right. Pay special attention to grout, benchtops, ovens and cabinetry. A deep and thorough clean can transform a buyer's perception instantly.
Bathrooms are essential from both a building and pest point of view and an aesthetic one. We have a moisture-testing device to check waterproofing before any buyer raises it.
Landscaping can be your wow factor or a pitfall. We have simple ways to make gardens look great for photos and inspections. The general rule: make it look low-maintenance.
Make living rooms cosy and inviting. Decluttering creates a sense of calm where buyers can easily envision themselves at home — and makes rooms feel larger and better stored.
Good quality lighting is vital. Updating with modern downlighting changes a house for the better. Older homes especially suffer from poor lighting — and there are affordable fixes we can help with.
Flooring can define the perceived age of a home. Whether cleaning, polishing, or replacing, we can get quotes and advise on what option will provide the best return on investment.
Painting is the single best way to update a home. Whether a full internal and external repaint or targeted touch-ups to high-traffic areas, it directly affects buyer perception.
Rotten, damaged or worn timberwork is a red flag for buyers and inspectors. The fixes are often far easier than they appear — and ignoring them can cost you significantly at negotiation.
Those small details attended to before the open home make a real difference. Eagle-eyed buyers will find anything they can. We have trades who can handle any job, however big or small.
Buyers need to feel at home — not in someone else's. Family photos make buyers feel like they're intruding. Too much clutter makes the home feel less liveable and short on storage.
It's often worth getting a quote. Our stylists advise on whether they can use your existing furniture and what should be removed. They specialise in making homes look right for sale — on all budgets.
A professional house and window clean just before photos can transform the entire feel of a property. Both are non-negotiable as part of our pre-launch process.
A full download of everything useful you know about the house — especially renovations and improvements. If buyers don't know about the work you've done, they can't give credit for it in their offer.
Legal requirements at time of sale including smoke alarm compliance, pool safety certificates, Form 2 Seller Disclosure, and body corporate disclosure statements. We'll walk you through exactly what applies to your property.
2022 Queensland legislation places requirements on every sold property. An electrician can advise and certify compliance — we can refer you to someone reliable.
If your property has a pool, a valid pool safety certificate is required within 2 years of the sale. We can coordinate this as part of your pre-sale preparation.
Required for all strata and community title properties. This must be current and accurate at the time of contract — we'll ensure this is in order before going to market.
Queensland sellers must provide a Form 2 Seller Disclosure Statement to the buyer before a contract is signed. It discloses known facts about the property — encumbrances, outstanding charges and any relevant notices. Getting it wrong can give the buyer the right to terminate. We'll make sure it's prepared accurately and on time.
Preparing your home for sale affects both the price you achieve and the time it takes. If you're being told not to bother — it may cost you in the long run.
With all of these items, we get quotes and make smart decisions based on what will or won't add value. We also hold all costs to settlement through our finance facility — no upfront expense required.