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13/03/2020

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If you’re looking to sell your home in Pontypridd, the first question you might have is, ‘how much is my home in Pontypridd actually worth?’ Technically, the answer is whatever someone is willing to pay for it, but that answer may not be satisfactory, because you have to put a price on your pr...

Common Mistakes That Can Reduce the Value of Your Property in Merthyr Tydfil Selling your home in Merthyr Tydfil is a hu...
11/03/2020

Common Mistakes That Can Reduce the Value of Your Property in Merthyr Tydfil

Selling your home in Merthyr Tydfil is a huge undertaking, so of course, you want to make the right decisions to achieve the proper resale value for it. Some of the decisions surrounding resale value are more involved than the basic preparation you do when placing your home on the market and of course, these specific decisions can be made months or years before you actually consider selling your home, so you may not even think about it until it’s too late and the value of your home has plummeted.
So, if you’re considering selling your home in Merthyr Tydfil anytime soon, it’s time to start thinking about your property through the eyes of potential buyers. As property experts, here at Open House Estate Agents Cardiff we know all too well the common mistakes you may make that can reduce the value of your home. But we also know how to remedy them.
Setting the price unrealistically high
Everyone would like to think their home is worth more than their neighbours’ home, especially after finishing a renovation or upgrade of some kind. However, the truth is that your home is really only worth what someone else is willing to pay for it. You have to be realistic about the value of your home when setting your price. If you set your price at an unrealistically high number, it could sit on the market for months without selling. The longer a property is on the market unsold, the more unattractive it becomes to potential buyers. You may inevitably end up slashing the price to meet expectations, which may make potential buyers question why the price has been reduced so much. It’s a position you don’t really want to put yourself in, so getting a realistic valuation from the start is important.
At Open House Estate Agents Cardiff, our experienced valuers will always provide you with an honest market appraisal to ensure your property attracts interest.
Not deep cleaning your home before viewings
Nobody wants to view a home that is dirty for two main reasons: one, it’s definitely not appealing, and two, it invariably means that the new homeowner will eventually need to spend time, money and effort cleaning it themselves. Major issues like carpet stains and grubby or mouldy tile grout can leave a poor impression on potential buyers when they view your home. In terms of carpet stains, you may be used to ignoring them every day but an interested buyer will notice them immediately. If an offer is forthcoming, your buyer may then look to negotiate on the asking price to cover the cost of replacing the carpet or having it professionally cleaned before moving in.
In terms of tile grout, ignoring it is detrimental to the sale of your home. It’s one of the most tedious chores, yes, but leaving dirt along your tile grout can create permanent discolouration, ruining the look of your tiles forever. Even worse, if the area is humid, mould and mildew can build up and can become a major problem.
When it comes to cleaning, being proactive is the best course of action. Make sure you regularly clean your home and deal with any spills before they set, which makes them much more difficult to remove later on.
Not properly maintaining your home
Taking care of the mechanics of your home is important, especially when it comes to your plumbing and heating. These are directly related to your monthly utilities and can be costly to repair when a big problem arises. Sometimes these issues are unavoidable, but with the right maintenance and care in the long term, smaller problems can be taken care of with plenty of time before they get worse. Potential buyers are likely to ask questions about the state of the plumbing and heating and will be less likely to want to offer on a home that has a history of high utility bills or will need major repairs in the near future.
Not updating decor
Old, outdated design trends will make your home look dated, which can lower the value of your home simply because potential buyers know they will need to spend money to update the decor once they move in. Wood panelling is a major culprit in this regard, even if it’s restricted to small areas. Viewers will be a little more inclined to offer on your property if the decor is modern and fresh.
Letting personal taste get involved
When showing your home to potential buyers, you’re trying to get them to imagine their new life in their new home, so having your personal taste right in front of their noses can make this difficult for them. Brightly painted walls in colours that are unusual, having too much wallpaper, or having unique or over the top design elements throughout your home is a major turn off. It just means more work once the new owners move in as they try and get the property back to a neutral state. Before putting your home on the market try and make it look as neutral as possible so it can appeal to a wider number of people. Painting the walls and stripping wallpaper is a good start!
For no-obligation advice on buying or selling a home in Cardiff please contact our expert property team at Open House Estate Agents Cardiff on 02920 600451 or call in and see us. We look forward to seeing you. www.openhousecardiff.co.uk



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Common Mistakes That Can Reduce the Value of Your Property in Merthyr Tydfil Selling your home in Merthyr Tydfil is a hu...
10/03/2020

Common Mistakes That Can Reduce the Value of Your Property in Merthyr Tydfil

Selling your home in Merthyr Tydfil is a huge undertaking, so of course, you want to make the right decisions to achieve the proper resale value for it. Some of the decisions surrounding resale value are more involved than the basic preparation you do when placing your home on the market and of course, these specific decisions can be made months or years before you actually consider selling your home, so you may not even think about it until it’s too late and the value of your home has plummeted.
So, if you’re considering selling your home in Merthyr Tydfil anytime soon, it’s time to start thinking about your property through the eyes of potential buyers. As property experts, here at Open House Estate Agents Cardiff we know all too well the common mistakes you may make that can reduce the value of your home. But we also know how to remedy them.
Setting the price unrealistically high
Everyone would like to think their home is worth more than their neighbours’ home, especially after finishing a renovation or upgrade of some kind. However, the truth is that your home is really only worth what someone else is willing to pay for it. You have to be realistic about the value of your home when setting your price. If you set your price at an unrealistically high number, it could sit on the market for months without selling. The longer a property is on the market unsold, the more unattractive it becomes to potential buyers. You may inevitably end up slashing the price to meet expectations, which may make potential buyers question why the price has been reduced so much. It’s a position you don’t really want to put yourself in, so getting a realistic valuation from the start is important.
At Open House Estate Agents Cardiff, our experienced valuers will always provide you with an honest market appraisal to ensure your property attracts interest.
Not deep cleaning your home before viewings
Nobody wants to view a home that is dirty for two main reasons: one, it’s definitely not appealing, and two, it invariably means that the new homeowner will eventually need to spend time, money and effort cleaning it themselves. Major issues like carpet stains and grubby or mouldy tile grout can leave a poor impression on potential buyers when they view your home. In terms of carpet stains, you may be used to ignoring them every day but an interested buyer will notice them immediately. If an offer is forthcoming, your buyer may then look to negotiate on the asking price to cover the cost of replacing the carpet or having it professionally cleaned before moving in.
In terms of tile grout, ignoring it is detrimental to the sale of your home. It’s one of the most tedious chores, yes, but leaving dirt along your tile grout can create permanent discolouration, ruining the look of your tiles forever. Even worse, if the area is humid, mould and mildew can build up and can become a major problem.
When it comes to cleaning, being proactive is the best course of action. Make sure you regularly clean your home and deal with any spills before they set, which makes them much more difficult to remove later on.
Not properly maintaining your home
Taking care of the mechanics of your home is important, especially when it comes to your plumbing and heating. These are directly related to your monthly utilities and can be costly to repair when a big problem arises. Sometimes these issues are unavoidable, but with the right maintenance and care in the long term, smaller problems can be taken care of with plenty of time before they get worse. Potential buyers are likely to ask questions about the state of the plumbing and heating and will be less likely to want to offer on a home that has a history of high utility bills or will need major repairs in the near future.
Not updating decor
Old, outdated design trends will make your home look dated, which can lower the value of your home simply because potential buyers know they will need to spend money to update the decor once they move in. Wood panelling is a major culprit in this regard, even if it’s restricted to small areas. Viewers will be a little more inclined to offer on your property if the decor is modern and fresh.
Letting personal taste get involved
When showing your home to potential buyers, you’re trying to get them to imagine their new life in their new home, so having your personal taste right in front of their noses can make this difficult for them. Brightly painted walls in colours that are unusual, having too much wallpaper, or having unique or over the top design elements throughout your home is a major turn off. It just means more work once the new owners move in as they try and get the property back to a neutral state. Before putting your home on the market try and make it look as neutral as possible so it can appeal to a wider number of people. Painting the walls and stripping wallpaper is a good start!
For no-obligation advice on buying or selling a home in Cardiff please contact our expert property team at Open House Estate Agents Cardiff on 02920 600451 or call in and see us. We look forward to seeing you. www.openhousecardiff.co.uk


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Choosing an Estate Agent in Bridgend Congratulations on your decision to search for a new home in bridgend. This is an ...
10/03/2020

Choosing an Estate Agent in Bridgend

Congratulations on your decision to search for a new home in bridgend. This is an exciting time for you and now is the right moment to consider two highly important elements to make sure you locate and purchase your dream property without hassle or stress.
Right now, you may be in the position of not knowing where or how to start your search, or even what to look at first, and that’s where we come in! Here at Open House Estate Agents Cardiff we are experts in property searches in Cardiff and have plenty of useful tips to help you through the process. www.openhousecardiff.co.uk
Trust the Professional Estate Agents In Lisvane
First and most importantly, you should always enlist the help of a professional estate agent to help you in your property search. Yes, of course we are biased, but trust us, a knowledgeable, local estate agent will save you hours of time, not only during your initial search, but also when it comes to viewing suitable properties, making an offer and negotiating a deal, right through to exchange and completion.
Open House Estate Agents Cardiff
It’s important you choose a reputable estate agent that you like and trust, that you understand the service offered and are happy with their contract terms and fees.
In fact, the ideal estate agent is not always the one with the most sales under their belt, or the one with the most years in business. The ideal agent is the one who listens to you, is easy to get along with, is interested in your requirements and has the tools and skills to address your unique situation.
Professional expertise is of course important when choosing your estate agent, but interpersonal skills are equally important. After all, you’ll be working together for anywhere between 2 to 12 months, so it helps to get along! We all have unique personalities, and that’s the way it should be. But when working with someone professionally, if helps if their personality fits well with your own.
At Open House Estate Agents Cardiff we understand that every home buyer is unique and brings a different set of circumstances to the table. We pride ourselves on our customer service and are a friendly bunch with many years of experience under our belts so when you choose us to help you buy or sell your home in Cardiff you can be certain of excellent service.
However, before you get carried away with deciding how many bedrooms you need, or the colour you will paint your sitting room, or which location you prefer, the second aspect you must consider and assess is your financial situation, as it’s likely that to fund the purchase of your new home, you will require a mortgage.
Here at Open House Estate Agents Cardiff we will also be happy to recommend financial service providers in Cardiff who can help you with this aspect of your property journey.
Review your Financials
The financial part is the most important one. This will involve working with a professional who will check your credit score, look at your monthly income, your proof of employment, the deposit you have available and will ensure you have funds available to pay for fees and expenses at the close of the transaction.
As reputable and professional estate agents, our staff at Open House Estate Agents Cardiff are trained to assist you through this financial process where needed.
Alongside financial assistance, our staff will look closely at your property needs and establish your criteria. We will then search for properties that match your needs in Cardiff and surrounding areas and make a shortlist of all those that fit your requirements.
Accompanied viewings are standard allowing you to take your time when viewing properties with no pressure, and a negotiator will always be on hand to answer any questions you have about the property or indeed the local area.
The easiest move you will make
Our staff are knowledgeable, friendly and professional and will endeavour to ensure buying a property in Cardiff is the most stress free move you will ever make!
Working with a reputable estate agent will save you time and is the absolute best way to find the perfect property for you. We will always negotiate the best deal and make sure you are kept updated via our sales progression team all the way through to exchange and completion.
Contact us today on 02920 600451 for an informal chat or call into our office and discover how we can help you, whether you are buying or selling your home in Lisvane Cardiff. We will be delighted to meet you.

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If you’re looking to sell your home in Pontypridd The first question you might have is, ‘how much is my home in Pontypri...
09/03/2020

If you’re looking to sell your home in Pontypridd

The first question you might have is, ‘how much is my home in Pontypridd actually worth?’ Technically, the answer is whatever someone is willing to pay for it, but that answer may not be satisfactory, because you have to put a price on your property once it is listed for sale and you don’t want to undervalue it. The answer you’re probably looking for is what the value is, based on the market, or what an estate agent says. But why not also calculate it yourself to see if it compares? If you know the value of your own home, it puts you in a better position to sell, as well as refinance or tap into the equity of your home. It also helps you understand your financial health overall, and if you’re selling your home, it can determine the kind of new home you can purchase on your budget.
Here are some tips on how to find your home’s value.
Remember, It’s Not an Exact Science!
Managing your expectations for your home’s valuation is important so you can properly consider all the aspects surrounding the value. There are many factors that can affect the valuation, including:
Freehold versus leasehold
The size and layout of your home
What kind of repairs or upgrades have been completed recently or are needed soon
Neighbourhood crime rates
Risk of natural disasters, like flooding
What amenities are nearby, including transport
‘Hidden factors’ can also affect the value, like the home’s wiring, the state of the boiler, any plumbing issues, or any other problems that are not obvious right away. In general, the more improvements you make to your home, the more the value is likely to increase.
Research the Homes in Your Area
Use property portals to check out listings in your area, and if possible, specifically on your street, to see what the going rate is and to get an idea of what the houses in your area are selling for. You can also monitor these properties to see how fast they sell, and whether or not they sell at asking price or more. If a property on your street that is comparable to yours is listed at a certain price and sells within a week, and for more than the asking price, you can gather that the market is hot, and that particular property is either in-demand or may have been undervalued. This gives you an idea of where to start for your own home.
If you want to take your research further, visit an open house in your area, if possible. Compare the state of that property to your own, including if the layout is similar, if any upgrades or renovations have been made, and what kind of differences there are that may affect your home’s value against theirs. This is a great way of getting first-hand information about where to start valuing your home.
Use Tools Online https://valuation.onlineestateagents.org.uk/
A quick Google search of the term, ‘how much is my home worth?’ will give you pages of results of home value estimators that you can use online, as well as services you can hire to come to your home and get a third-party opinion. If you’re using an online home valuation tool, also called an automated valuation model or AVM, the only information you may be asked for is your postal code, how many bedrooms your home has, and what type of property it is. The valuation given to you is estimated based on information available from public land registry data, so keep in mind it’s only a guide to help give you a starting point to get the right market value.
Get a Valuation from a Professional Estate Agent
The best way to determine the value of your property in Pontypridd is to enlist the services of an estate agent who has excellent local knowledge. An estate agent will come to your home and conduct a market appraisal ensuring you get a thorough, accurate valuation.
When you instruct a market appraisal through Open House Estate Agents Cardiff, we will evaluate the current market, your property and comparable properties to give you a good overall picture of where your valuation comes from.
To book a valuation on your property in Pontypridd, contact our friendly team at Open House Estate Agents Cardiff on 02920 600451.
www.openhousecardiff.co.uk


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