Author: Loop Studio

When a potential buyer arrives at your house in Walderslade you want them to instantly fall in love with it. However, that won’t happen if your property has poor ‘Kerb Appeal’.

Here are 8 simple things you can do to make your Walderslade home look more attractive from the outside:

Decorate Your Doors: Does your front or garage door look tired and need a lick of paint? Those are the first thing buyers will notice. A pretty entry will give people a great first impression.

Wash Your Windows: Wash all of your windows, inside and out, as this will give buyers a fresh feel as they walk through your home. Plus, if you have a good view or a lovely garden to look at, then clean windows will allow them to do that.

Pressure Wash Your Outdoor Surfaces: Pressure washing your outdoor surfaces is a quick and easy way of freshening up your house’s outdoor appearance. If you wash your driveway, garden path, your porch or decking then this will give your home a ‘like new’ feel.

Landscape Your Garden: Make sure your garden looks tidy. Cut your lawn, weed your flower beds, trim your trees or plant some nice flowers to make your garden look prettier. A tidy garden gives out a great first impression as it shows Walderslade buyers you’ve taken care of it.

Gut Your Garage: We all use our garages as a dumping ground from time to time but when you’ve listed your home for sale in Walderslade then a clean out is required, otherwise it might put buyers off. They want to visualise what they can use the space for. Consider using a storage unit for a little while if you’ve items you just don’t want to get rid of.

Replace or Paint Your House Number: It’s amazing how many homeowners neglect their house number. Does yours need a lick of paint or can you get a new one made? A pretty house number will make your home stand out and give off the impression that you’re house proud.

Replace Your Welcome Mat: Buy a new welcome mat for your home as it’s one of the first things potential buyers will see just before they enter your house in Walderslade. You want to make people feel happy when they walk into your home, not left wondering what state the inside will be if your welcome mat is anything to go by.

Are All Exterior Lights Working? It’s easy to forget about outdoor bulbs that may have gone out. Have a quick sweep around your property and replace any bulbs that may have popped. Also, you might want to add some outdoor lighting to emphasis certain features of your property.

Just a few simple maintenance tasks can make a huge difference to whether your Walderslade house looks attractive to buyers or not.

If you prepare your home in Walderslade the right way to hit the market then you’ll help ensure your property will be sold quickly and for the best price possible.

Thinking of selling? Get in touch today for a FREE home valuation.

 

Streamline your space and go through each room and declutter one by one.

Work on your kerb appeal by cutting your grass, tidying your borders and power washing your paths

Organise your towels, linens and bedding and tidy away any winter blankets you don’t need right now.

Wash your windows inside and out and welcome Spring sunshine into your rooms.

What is happening in the Medway property market?

Reports on the housing market recently seem to focus on price growth, this is of course averaged across the entire country. But what’s actually happening in your local market, and more specifically Medway.

Properties For Sale in Medway

In March 3174 properties were available for sale in Medway and the average price of these properties for sale broke the £400,000 mark for the first time ever. This is also the highest number of available properties we have seen available since October last year. But does this mean properties aren’t selling causing there to be more on the market? The answer is no, it seems buyers are yet to be deterred by rising cost of living and interest rates with 1105 properties being sold throughout March. According to Zoopla, buyer demand continues to rise with the average time to sell taking 29 days. So if you are thinking of selling in this market now is a great time to take advantage of high buyer demand.

New Property Listings in Medway

In March 1329 properties were listed for sale, buyers will be pleased to know this is the highest number of new sellers coming to the market in 1 month since June 2021. Kent Live placed Medway as the second most affordable place to live in Kent.

Rightmove forecast a “less frothy market in the second half of the year, as economic headwinds lead to a more evenly balanced market, though demand will still outstrip supply”

It’s clear the market needs more sellers so if you are thinking about selling please get in touch as I would love to help no matter what stage of the journey you are at. Give me a call on 07557783325.

Which house should I buy in Rochester?

One of my clients asked if they should buy a terraced or semi-detached property in Rochester with a view of maximising the capital growth.

Answering this question will help you figure out which properties you should buy…The average asking price of a semi-detached in Rochester is £328,300 today compared to £266,400 for a terraced.

During the last 5 years, semi-detached properties in Rochester have increased in value by £46,891 (16.66%) versus £28,899 (12.17%) for terraced properties. So surely, the semi-detached is the better bet? With a larger capital growth over 5 years and the demand in the area for semi-detached homes being 4% greater vs terraced this was the answer I gave my client.

If you would like my help in buying a property in Rochester please contact me on 07557783325 or using the form below. If you are looking to buy a property in another area and would like my advice I would be happy to help.

1. Prepare your property for valuations from estate agents. Present it for them just as if you were about to have a viewing from a buyer. A poorly presented property will influence the valuations you receive.
2. Get the timing right. On average at the moment properties are taking 29 days to sell. With the average sale agreed to completion time being just under 4 months. Do you need to move at a specific time to avoid paying an early repayment charge?
3. Choose your estate agent carefully. An estate agent has a direct impact on the value that can be achieved for your property, the timing and the stress of the sale. For tips on selecting the right estate agent to sell your home click here.
4. De-clutter your home and utilise space and light.
5. Stage your property for photography and viewings. For staging secrets to get your home sold click here. 
6. First impressions count so make sure the front of your property is looking it’s best. Click here for ways to improve your kerb appeal.
7. Make sure your property is marketed correctly using all the tools available to the agent. Provide buyers with information that will be useful to them, for example running costs.
8. These are just a few of my tips when selling your property. To find out more please contact me on 07557783325.
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What was Chatham Dockyard used for?

Chatham Dockyard was a Royal Navy Dockyard which provided more than 500 ships over 414 years for the Royal Navy, and was at the forefront of shipbuilding, industrial and architectural technology. At its height, it employed over 10,000 workers.

It was first used during conflict of Catholic countries in Europe. It closed in 1984 and is now an attraction managed by the Chatham Historic Dockyard Trust. Many of it’s original features and buildings remain for visitors to learn about and experience.

What is there to do at The Historic Dockyard?

• Interactive galleries of history and events.
• Look inside 3 historic warships. HMS Gannet (1878), HMS Cavalier (1944) and HMS Ocelot (1962)
• Get up close with a collection of historic RNLI lifeboats.
• Go inside Slip no.3. Europe’s largest widespan timber structure.
• Visit the Royal Navy Ropeyard. The only one of 4 to remain in operation today.
• There are also many themed tours and events hosted at the Chatham Historic Dockyard. Visit their website for more information by clicking here. \r\n\r\nFor more things to do and places to visit in Medway click here.
  

6 Ways to Make a Buyer Feel at Home in Chatham

As soon as a potential buyer enters your house in Chatham you want them to instantly feel at home. You want them to form an emotional connection with the property and allow themselves to visualise living there.

The last thing you want to do is put people off by not tending to a few simple projects. Here are 6 things you can do to help a buyer feel at home in your Chatham property.

New Carpets and Fresh Paint: When selling a property it’s sometimes necessary to spend some money doing minor renovations that’ll help you get a quicker sale and for more money. Painting certain rooms and putting down new carpet are the two biggest things you can do to help your house sell faster in Medway.

Unclutter Your House: Get rid of all your clutter. Buyers might not appreciate your magazine collection or the dolls and teddy bears you keep in the guest bedroom. Tidy your home and give it a more minimal feel to allow buyers to see the home for what it is.

Make Sure it’s Clean: Please make sure your home is clean and tidy otherwise you’ll really put buyers off. That means making sure the bathrooms are spotless, your oven is sparkling and your carpets and upholstery have no stains on them.

Give All Your Rooms a Purpose: When staging your Medway home for sale it’s important to make sure all your rooms have a purpose even if you just used a room in your house as a box room. If a room in your house is supposed to be a dining room for example then make sure you set it out like that.

Do Your Repairs: Preparing your Medway house for sale unfortunately means doing those repairs that you’ve put off for years. If you’ve something in your house that’s broken then please get it fixed because buyers have an eye for this kind of thing.

Lighten Up Your Rooms: A well lit room can make all the difference when trying to make a buyer feel at home. Whether you have to buy a couple of new lamps or open up your blinds and curtains please take the time to make your rooms lighter as it’ll give off a warmer feel rather than a dark and dingy one.

You don’t have to spend a lot of money trying to make a buyer feel at home but doing a few simple things around your house can make a massive difference and get your home sold quicker in Chatham. Click here for tips on how to improve your kerb appeal. 

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Here is how you can save to buy your first property in Medway.

Saving money to buy your first home needn’t be a chore. Here are 4 ways to make it easier to land you dream property:

✔️ Each month transfer a fixed amount into your savings account

✔️ Stop partying – On average 26-30-year-olds spend £70/ £100 on a night out

✔️ For a couple of years skip big and costly vacations

✔️ Downgrade your phone and broadband packages and cancel any unused subscriptions and that includes your gym membership\r\n\r\nYou may think these actions sound extreme but it won’t be forever- what’s more important a week on the beach or buying your forever home?

Is Capstone Park a good place to visit?

Where is Capstone Park?

Capstone Park is located on the North Downs near Walderslade in Chatham, Kent.

Capstone Road

Lordswood

Chatham

Kent

ME7 3JG

Is Capstone Park a good place to go with children?

Capstone Park is loved by children. It’s large play area will keep your little one’s busy and a walk around the lake whilst feeding the ducks will make their visit to Capstone Park one to remember. Capstone Country Park attracts an abundance of wildlife during all times of year.

Is there anywhere to eat and drink at Capstone Park?

The Cafe at Capstone Park provides hot and cold food and drink to it’s visitors along with toilet facilities. Benches and tables are available making it a great place to dine al-fresco in the picturesque setting. A picnic whilst looking out over the lake is recommended.

Are dogs allowed at Capstone Park?

Capstone Park is an ideal place to bring your dog. The land offers many trails through the farm.

For more information visit

https://www.medway.gov.uk/directory_record/760/capstone_farm_country_park_play_area

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Why you should chose a NAEA Propertymark Protected agent to represent you.

I am a member of NAEA Propertymark which means I meet higher industry standards than the law demands. I undertake regular training to ensure I am at the forefront of developments in the industry and to provide the very best moving experience to you. Click here for more information. 

I am proud to have attained several industry accreditations which help me ensure that m service is the best it can possibly be. I am also a members of The Property Ombudsman who provide impartial ruling on complaints. Click here for more information.

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