Quick Guidelines to Make Your Property Attractive to Renters

Do you want to enlist your property for rent?

But before you do, you want to invest a bit and improve its current state? That’s a very noble notion, and it will pay you off in the long run. Following, we are giving you a few tips for where you should start with!

Basic Touchups

Before you list your property for renting in Glasgow, you should work on making it attractive, don’t worry; you don’t need to break your bank. Just a few touch-ups on the exterior will do the job. Following, we are giving you some inexpensive way to make your rental property attractive to potential tenants

  • Get rid of trash, and debris
  • Manicure the lawn or any shrubbery
  • If there is an outdoor area, decorate it with some flowers and plant to make the space inviting, and feel like it’s been lived in. The plants better are alive because dead plants are a turn-off for potential renters
  • Assure the mailbox, light fixtures and plagues are well kept
  • If something is in bad condition, you should replace it. If not, then at least apply a fresh coat of paint on it
  • Assign a designated spot for garbage and recycling stuff

 

A Fresh Layer of Paint

For a minor cost, a fresh layer of paint can help you change your space. The fresh coat of paint will revive tried walls and brighten the whole space. It can help you highlight attractive architecture events, including high ceilings or built-in bookcases.

If you are going to rent your property, you better try satin or semi-gloss paint. With this type of paint, crayon marks, scuff, or even grease can be cleaned off without a high. It’s a far better option as compared to flat paint because it requires effort to remove stains.

If possible, paint the trimming. You don’t want clean walls accompanied by dirty and chipped molding.

In case you are going to paint outdoor railings, sidings, shutters, you better pick the right exterior paint formulated to handle harsh weather conditions. You better prepare the exterior surface for harsh weather conditions as well.

Use Neutral Palette

If you want your property to appeal to masses, you better use neutral paint palettes. Try the following colors:

  • Beige
  • Grey
  • Cream

You can always let the tenant choose the color; this way, you can accommodate their taste. The neutral theme better extends to tiles, hardwood floors, light fixtures, and even cabinet’s you need to pick neutral and timeless designs it will save you money in the long run.

Kitchen and Bathroom

If you want to invest in your property before renting, you better upgrade the kitchen and bathroom. People looking to buy or rent property check these two spaces out. In some cases, both of them prove to be deal makers or breakers. So, you better tweak both of these locations before you enlist your property for rent. And of course, don’t forget to get a fully functional refrigerator as well!

By Sam

Sam Lowy is a writer, actor, comedian, musician, and everything in between. A true jack of all trades, Sam is constantly striving to learn and grow. Whether it's for a festival or just a once-in-a-lifetime club show, Sam loves to travel across the country to catch the best artists around. When he's at home in Tempe, AZ, Sam enjoys reading, playing guitar, and watching Frasier, Seinfeld, and Curb Your Enthusiasm.