Small steps to a big impression

Here are Harrisons Residential's top tips to help you sell your property. You’ve probably seen and heard some of them on one of the more popular interiors programmes on the TV. But most of them are common sense.

• Maintain the garden

• Make rooms as tidy as possible

• Try to leave a car parking space for the viewer

• Create the right atmosphere (fresh brewed coffee and cut flowers)

• Not everyone likes pets

• Plan to keep children amused while a viewing is in progress

• Create an air of serenity

• Be prepared for short notice visits

• Have answers ready for the inevitable questions

• Try to be positive about everything