DIY at home

Although the housing market was quieter than usual in April, homes weren’t. There was a huge increase in spending in the ‘Do It Yourself’ and home improvement market as it seems that many people took the time to get some house projects ticked off from their to do list.

All this DIY is likely to prove beneficial to anyone considering a move in the near future as 76% of prospective buyers are putt off by small things like cracks, marks and stains. So make sure you pick up those paint brushes before putting your property on the market, as these little things may just make all the difference.

98% of homeowners have improved their home within the last five years, but it’s not just inside the house that people have been focusing on. Improving garden space is also high on the list of homeowners to do list with 40% of people making over their garden in the last five years.

Using this time to objectively look at your property and see what improvements can be made will be really beneficial before selling your property. Why not take a look at our blog ‘Now is the home for home improvements’ to find out what you can be doing.

If you want to get a valuation on your property before starting any redecorating why not not get an instant online valuation today to see how much your property is worth? 

Sources: Dataloft, GFK leadership panel, GB comparison sales values.