Tips on a 2nd viewing?

JennyW_2

We have a second viewing coming back this week on our property. Just wondered if you have any tips? Would they want to be shown around again or would they prefer to go around on their own? Thank you.

suki1964

I let my 2nd viewers go around themselves, said Id be in the kitchen and come and ask if they wanted anything answered. I think it allows potential buyers feel more relaxed and not so rushed, they can take the time to plan out how a room will look with their bits in it

pippins_2

Hi....I agree with Suki1964, i would let your buyers go round on their own as the feedback i get from clients ( i work for ea) is that they do feel more relaxed and not so uncomfortable, they can discuss their plans without worry of offending you!! lol

silvercar

If they are bringing a friend with them second time round I tend to show them round then leave them upstairs to explore again at their leisure.

I like people to view our downstairs in a particular circular route so they see the best features first. (Our kitchen looks 100 times better viewed from the dining room than viewed from the hall so I want that to be their first view.)

Doozergirl

Let them go around by themselves. They already know where the rooms are and they will want to discuss features and ideas between themselves and (I'm afraid) open your kitchen drawers, fitted wardrobes etc. it is more beneficial for them to do it in private.

For the second viewing I always make sure that all cupboards and wardrobes are as clear and tidy as possible to make them feel spacious. It takes ages, but remember that you're going to have to do it when you move, so get started now!

Cristy

Thanks OP, your post couldn't have been better timed, we have a second viewing in 3 hours Off to tidy up the fitted wardrobes, LOL

(What do I do with my cloth nappy bucket?)

Doozergirl

Cristy wrote:

(What do I do with my cloth nappy bucket?)

Hide it outside the back door, just before the viewing

Cristy

Good thinking there, let's just hope DD doesn't decide to do a big one in the meantime

Hip_Hop_3

Great idea tiding the cupboards - I will get cracking on that!

However, any views on when you do the 'big tidy up' prior to a 1st or 2nd visit is it favorable to have the house not only clean and tidy but have the various smells of polish, air spray, toilet cleaner etc wafting in the air - or is this OTT and not necessary.

suki1964

Personally if I walk into a house that smells OTT in cleaner and polish Im put off. Its obvious that theres been an all out effort and Im cynical enough to wonder what the smells are hiding - but thats just me

Doozergirl

I think it's important to banish any nasty smells from the bathroom and to make an extra effort with smells if you have pets as many people don't realise that they can smell.

Otherwise, you don't have to have the house smelling like you finished cleaning 10 minutes ago as a house that appears to be self-cleaning is a major selling point!