Sales

You Never Get A Second First Chance!
When selling a property in Cardiff everyone knows that first impressions matter. Potential buyers often make quick judgments based on a home’s exterior appearance, so a well-maintained and visually appealing frontage will significantly impact a buyer’s perception of a property and even influence their willingness to pay a higher price.

As a homeowner looking to sell your property in Cardiff, understanding the importance of kerb appeal and how to enhance it will give you a competitive edge!

At Fortis, we see clients every day who are considering purchasing a property in Cardiff and who have questions that they need to be answered. One question that often arises is “do I need to take out life insurance if I’m buying a property?” So, let’s take a look at that question and give you the answers you need.

Move or improve? It’s a conundrum many homeowners face when the property market changes. For those thinking of staying put with an idea to extend, convert or perhaps replace their kitchen, it’s worth pricing up any improvements before you commit.

In August 2023, the National Trading Standards Estate & Letting Agency (NTSELA) team updated its guidance to consumers and property professionals regarding how a property’s status is described during the marketing process.

The best reason to renovate any room in your home is because you want to make it more comfortable or in-keeping with your taste. However, it could also be because you want to improve the aesthetics of your home whilst you are living in it, absorb the costs of the renovation, and then when you are ready to sell, reap the rewards from having a more valuable home. That being said, when renovating, it is important to be smart about your investment. A new kitchen can add a lot of value to your home, but only if it is done correctly.

Getting ready to sell your home usually involves clearing out, tidying away and sorting out. Surprisingly, the ancient art of feng shui closely mirrors the above and its principles can help you prepare your property for sale. We explore exactly what feng shui is and single out the best bits of advice for home sellers.

Traditionally, home improvements would encompass new bathrooms, new kitchens and replacing pebble dash exteriors for smooth render but the green agenda has seen our property ‘to do’ list undergo a makeover of its own.

The Benefits of Staging are Undeniable
Staging your home can be a clever thing to do when selling your property in Cardiff. By strategically staging your property, you will capture the attention of potential homebuyers and leave a lasting impression.

In this blog post from the team at Fortis, we will explore the many benefits of staging your home and reveal how it can increase the appeal and marketability of your property.

Let’s delve into the benefits that staging has to offer.

If you’re looking to sell your house in Cardiff, the chances are you’ll want to do it pretty swiftly, especially if you’ve already got one eye on your next property.

Selling up can be a lengthy process at the best of times, so you don’t want to give buyers any extra reasons to delay the purchase.

Unfortunately, without realising it, you may be making your property harder to sell. So, with this in mind, here are five things that make your house harder to sell, along with the solutions so that you can sell your house faster!

If your property has been for sale in Cardiff for a while and still isn’t attracting attention from prospective buyers, you may think it’s inevitable that you’ll have to drop the asking price. However, before you do, it’s important to take some time to consider the situation carefully.

While in some cases lowering your asking price may generate fresh interest from purchasers who would not otherwise have found your property because it is out of their price range, it isn’t always the solution to your problem.

Problems with Japanese knotweed are well documented, with this invasive species sometimes preventing buyers from getting a mortgage on an affected property. While home movers are busy keeping an eye out for Japanese knotweed, they may be overlooking a different horticultural threat.

Make Sure You Are Creating The Right First Impression

As estate agents in Cardiff, Pontcanna, Llandaff, Fairwater and Victoria Park if there’s one thing we know at Fortis, it’s that there’s nothing more important than giving the right first impression to prospective buyers! When you’re marketing your home, it’s vital to get it right, otherwise, other properties could take the spotlight.