Blooming gorgeous

Many of us don't have the time to be arranging and purchasing flowers prior to our open homes and open for inspections.

• If the budget allows, think about contacting your local florist to deliver a fresh bunch of flowers to your home.

          Alternatively  grab a bunch from the supermarket whilst you are doing your
          grocery's

• Try and buy flowers that match or compliment your decor. Instant WOW

•  I really love fresh flowers in the home. Lily's smell so lovely and remind me of the birth of my Lili.

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Kids bedrooms

Kids bedrooms tend to get very messy. To help them stay more organized buy some baskets that slide under the bed. Great for their toys and books. Makes for a quick tidy up before inspections.

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I love pretty things, they really can make a home

I love pretty things, they really can make a home. Something as simple as a vase of fresh flowers or a nice fragrant candle burning. These things really make a home feel homely! Try and have the candles burning and some fresh flowers for your open homes.

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Improving the outdoor area is one of the cheapest and most effective ways to add value to your property.

 Improving the outdoor area is one of the cheapest and most effective ways to add value to your property.
You'll be amazed at how little time it can take to transform your outdoor areas into a space that buyers can imagine entertaining in or watching the kids play outdoors.
 Create a look that is enticing and peaceful.
Potted plants are inexpensive and give you that instant WOW

             

Bathroom tubs have really come along way

Bathroom tubs have really come along way. It never ceases to amaze me just how much impact a free standing bath tub makes to a bathroom.I'ts a real "WOW". Be inspired to sink into a tub and soak your cares away!

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Statement pieces

 Every space you see that makes you long to live there usually has one thing in common, the statement piece. Whether sleek and chic or wild and wacky these pieces are often the key element to the room’s success. Here are samples of statement pieces that you could add (or copy) to add some extra personality and wow factor to your own home. 

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Winter outdoor areas

If you're anything like me the backyard pergola gets neglected in the winter time. Buyers love the outdoor entertaining areas, so its important that they can imagine themselves entertaining under that pergola, cooking the BBQ and having fun with family and friends.

• Generally the pavers get a build up of moss and dirt. Get the hose and scrubbing brush out and give them a good clean with a cleaning solution
• Do the same with the outdoor furniture and the BBQ
• Discard the dead hanging plants and dreary potted ones and replace with some vibrant new colourful plants or flowers.
• For some 'WOW' pot some colourful flowers and put them on the table
•  Add some colourful cushions to the existing seating
• Now you're ready to bring your buyers through  

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When styling your home for sale you must learn how to get the best out of the space that you already have!

When styling your home for sale you must learn how to get the best out of the space that you already have!

 For some inspiration buy some magazines and check out some of the interior design and styling shows on television such as "The Block". Personally,  I love pinterest check it out for some great home decor ideas and trendy and cool items for your home.

Remember when selling your home " Presentation" is a must!

How amazing do these pieces of furniture look!

How amazing do these pieces of furniture look! Why not give those old chest of draws a lick of paint - instant wow. Sure enough to brighten and enhance any room in the house. Inexpensive and effective.

Check out for more great ideas.

Mould and mildew tend to creep into almost every home by the end of a long cold winter

Mould and mildew tend to creep into almost every home by the end of a long cold winter. The kitchen is no exception and generally it's the heart of the family. See below some spring cleaning suggestions

• Wash all the walls over with some soapy scented water
• Scrub all the kitchen cupboards with a no abrasive product
• Give the floors and any rugs a good vacuum and wash
• Time to clean out the dreaded pantry, discard all of the out dated food
• Re organise the pantry, I love organised cupboards
• Give the dishwasher a clean out
• Wipe out the interiors of the kitchen cupboards
• Clean the windows and window coverings
• Now for the most hated task of all YES the oven. You don't want your buyers seeing the last 3 months worth of baked dinners now do you
• De clutter the benches and give them a good scrub
• If you are feeling really energetic scrub all of your appliances and most used items
• Once you have achieved all of the above, treat yourself  to a bottle of champagne and a bunch of flowers to brighten up the kitchen
• Owh and don't forget to wash the light fittings

When selling your property, one of trickiest things to ask a client is to remove their "treasures"

When selling your property, one of trickiest things to ask a  client is to remove their "treasures" or shall i say in some cases clutter and junk.

When one of my clients is preparing their home for the the professional photographer, i always urge them to remove the clutter. Even if it is only for the photography.

I  like to have a walk through the property with the client prior to the photography and talk with my clients about what needs to be done to prepare the home for the photographs. I like to leave them with a check list.

There is nothing worse than arriving with the photographer to find dirty tea towels hanging on the stove and the kitchen table covered in junk!

You would be surprised at how many times that has happened!

 We have to de clutter and present the property to it's best ability.

                                 

Lets inject some real value into your property this month

It's tough out there that's for sure. Buyers are spoilt for choices so sellers have to present a house which will stand out from the rest.

Now that you are selling, its the perfect time to look at how you can add some real value to your house or unit through improvements.

During this month you will be inspired with the 8 easy ways that the experts reckon will inject real value into your property.

Check out David Koch blog http://kochie.com.au/20120506558/inject-real-value-into-your-property

Let's get all the boxes ticked and lets go and get you a sale.

                                     

Divine Bedrooms

How Divine are these beds.. Check out my Pinterest board labeled Bedrooms for some more gorgeous ideas!