Every agent loves this time of year- yes it can get a bit hot for rushing around, but there is no better time of year to show a property than during (good) summer months.
With natural light a problem in so many properties in London, particularly many of the new builds in close proximity to one another and with smaller windows, this is a great opportunity to show ‘bright spaces’. Light fills most properties at this time of year and late in to the popular evening viewings ensuring every inch of the property can be clearly seen.
Of course there is a downside to this- if your property is looking tired and worn or dirty or you have grimy windows there is no longer any hiding place.
Summer, at least for Lettings, has long been the busiest time of the year. Due to the high level of demand from students, graduates and professionals alike and the weather, it can be an excellent time to let out your property and maximise your rent return.
Just make sure YOU are making the most of this period. It is absolutely vital at this time of year that properties are, where possible, shown clean and tidy. Make sure any minor maintenance issues are dealt with prior to marketing and that items like windows are given a good clean in & out. Clean, bright windows make an excellent impact on any viewer- grimy ones can leave a property looking dull and an applicant deeply uninspired.
Of course, you have to gauge this along with your tenants- if they are messy and dirty then these works may be money wasted whilst they are still living there. With good tenants this often spurs them to make an extra effort in presenting the property during the last couple of months s they see you are investing in preparing and presenting it.
Don’t miss out- whether you take the task to hand yourself, hire professionals or have your lettings/managing agent sort it for you this can be money well worth spending!
