Not the favourite room in house!

Now if we are all being honest laundry's really are not one of our most favourite places are they! They tend to be messy and dis-organised.

See below some quick makeover ideas that will impress your buyers.

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How much bigger does this bedroom look?

  

Before:

This room is far to cluttered and all this furniture makes the room look much smaller than it actually is.

After:

How streamlined and practical does this room look now. I like the two single beds, this will appeal to a family or to a potential buyer as  maybe a holiday home. "Wow" the room looks so much bigger .

Framless showers

Thank goodness as we wave goodbye shower curtains! Beautiful frameless showers may have once signalled ‘high end’, but are becoming far more commonplace. These sleek wonders can fit into any design scheme and will stand the test of time. Even if you don’t have a separate shower, a single pane of glass is a more functional, cleaner option than the clutter of a sliding door or shower curtain.

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Free standing tub

There is something so magical about a freestanding tub. It is more than an aesthetic; it’s a thing of luxury, even romance. Finding the right shape tub is important for what is usually a small space. A soft curved tub can bring softness to an angular room, where as a more boxy or sleek tub can complement pastels or a bathroom with striking features.

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Preparing your yard for sale

Are you selling your home this Spring and worried that you've let your yard go a bit wild and unattended this winter? The yard is usually the first thing that the prospective buyers will see when the arrive at an open for inspection or private viewing. An over grown garden is not a great first  impression.

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for some tips on preparing your yard for sale

Kitchen reveal

Check out this this kitchen renovation. Wow the owners certainly have transformed the old 1950s kitchen into this sleek gorgeous kitchen. Check out yellowblissroad.com

Rug up for Winter with Guest Blogger Shaynna Blaze

Freedoms guest blogger Shaynna Blaze 

I love when the seasons begin to change. Driving through the streets or walking in the park, I can’t help but notice the bursts of colour in the landscape, and it always puts a smile on my face as I discover new inspiring shades. Autumn signifies the end of the warm balmy days, the air turns crisp, the daylight hours become shorter and we start to take our living and entertaining indoors.

Autumn may bring a cool change, but is balanced with the visual warmth on the trees and the ground as they fill with falling leaves of bold russet, reds and golden hues of yellow, orange and brown. This palette is what makes this time of year so visually rich, and using these colours in your home will turn your interior into a welcome relief from the cold outside.

The entry to your home is all about creating a warm welcome, and in autumn you want to feel like you are stepping into a cosy environment. Take the lead from the rich browns of the bare trees and use a colour like Taubmans Endure Chocolate Brown, which will give life to a small area. Contrast with Taubmans Endure Crisp White to create a fresh appearance.For other rooms such as lounge and living areas, draw inspiration from the falling autumn leaves to create a cosy winter interior palette that will instantly transform the space. Using a bold red, such as Taubmans Endure Red Alert or orange, such as Taubmans Endure Two To Tango, signifies passion while also creating a sense of intimacy in a large room. Mix with timber furnishings, as the earthy tones won’t create a stark contrast against the walls and will inspire a serene mood within the room.

 Yellow can be a tricky colour to work with as bright colours can overwhelm a room. Look for yellows that have a depth to them such as Taubmans Endure Golden Orb, as this toned down hue will create a cosy mood within a space. Alternatively you can use pops of bright yellow such as Taubmans Endure Lemon Zest, in your accessories and furnishings to remind you of the warmth of the sunshine that will return after the Winter months.

Whats your style?

I just love gorgeous things they really do make a home. Lets have some fun this month and take a look at some gorgeous things that will transform your house into a home from the quirky (thats me), classic, modern, country, bohemian, beach style through to luxurious. Whats your style?

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The colour blue

The colour blue can be bold and bright or soft and soothing. Get inspired by these great looks on the Better homes and Gardens site. Starring blue

                      Add colour through accessories and accents to ramp up any room.

      A blue painted island adds a splash of contemporary style to this classic kitchen

Blue is the color of trust and peace. It can suggest loyalty and integrity as well as conservatism and frigidity. 

Simple makeover idea 4 - Set the mood for inspections

Nothing smells better than a fragrant smelling home. A fresh smelling home is inviting to your buyers, it instantly creates a mood (be careful not to go over board with the fragrance).
Ideally burn a scented candle about an hour prior to your open home and during the open home if you can Place candles out of harms way and out of the reach of small children
Don't forget to ask your agent to blow out the candles before they leave
A pot of fresh brewed coffee is also a great idea!
Some of my vendors have even baked cookies for the open home attendees!! Yummy
Think about the temperature in the home, if you have an air conditioner cool or heat the home for comfort
If you have an open fire and weather permits light the fire, it sure creates a great ambience
Make sure the lights are on and the curtains are open for your inspections
Give the home a good clean prior to the open days and inspections
Launder linen and make sure the beds are made correctly
Importantly- stash the junk and clutter

Expert tip: Fresh flowers are a worthwhile investment. Simple arrangements in glass vases look great.
 You don't have to spend alot of money on fresh flowers wander in the garden and cut some greenery, you will be surprised at just how great the greenery can look

Love this- so cosy

Before:

Keep the open spaces clear of old pots and plants

After:

How much better does this space look now!

Fresher and much cleaner

More inspiring pictures

After:

Lovely fresh colours, enhanced by the backdrop of the ocean!

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A little to busy and the walk ways are blocked off. Buyers need to walk through a clear and uncluttered floorplan.

Great open space

After:

The clients have removed all personal photograph's and decluttered the living space, therefore making the space feel spacious and open. The space is easy for buyers to walk around without running into things. The flowers are a great touch also.

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Bedroom 3, what a difference

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In this spare bedroom  I asked the vendors to remove all excess furniture and items that were cluttering up the room

After:

How cool and inviting does this room look now, somewhere to go and rest quietly and read a book

I am going to do something a little different this month. Let me explain. When I list a new property I like to give the vendors advice on how to best present their homes for sale. The better a property presents the more likely that the seller will achieve a better sales price. I like to go room by room and make a list of what I think  needs to be done to make the property present at it's best for sale. Come on the journey with me and take a look at the before and after shots. You will be amazed!