CREWE, U.K. -- The ultra expensive style tastes of Cheshire’s rich and famous, from footballer’s wives to top TV celebrities, are beginning to influence the county’s more modest home owners according to research by property rental expert Sarah Faulkner.
The style-statements of the affluent residents of towns and villages in the county’s ‘Golden Triangle’ are being studied and often replicated by the owners and tenants of properties in more modest neighbourhoods across Cheshire, added the property lettings and management consultant.
“I’ve been in the property business for more than 20 years and I can state categorically that today’s Cheshire home owners are far more aware of taste and style than ever before and our towns and villages are certainly feeling the benefit.
“By emulating the style of some of the wonderful homes of the rich and famous, the average property owner will make his residence more attractive and more saleable or rentable.”
Sarah, who lives in Wistaston, knows that a variety of factors have combined to make Cheshire a much sought after location in which to live and work. Its proximity to the coastal delights and rugged countryside of North Wales combined with easy access to the vibrant cities of Manchester and Liverpool are key to its popularity.
However, equally important are the attractions of the ancient city of Chester itself and the stylish and fashionable villages of Hale, Prestbury and Bowden - home to some well-known names from the world's of sport and business.
The picturesque villages of Bunbury, Malpas, Nantwich and Cuddington are also regularly in demand by would-be Cheshire settlers.
However, Sarah is convinced properties could be made significantly more saleable if the owner was prepared to adopt the subtle tactics used by many of the owners of the top properties that always seem to enjoy a quick sale or a speedy letting.
“If you want to emulate those top properties then follow these seven simple steps which will help you achieve the top asking price and a prompt move”:
1. Keep internal colours neutral thus enabling the purchaser or new tenant to quickly stamp their own personality on their new home immediately.
2. If you are furnishing the property keep it simple and clutter free.
3. Stay away from cheap furniture. With careful purchasing you can stick to a budget and still maintain quality.
4. Use space wisely. For example, use oddly-shaped spaces for built-in storage - allowing residents to hide their clutter.
5. Ensure outdoor spaces are inviting – keep gardens tidy and well mowed. Hedges and trees should be maintained and seating areas should be clean, comfortable and attractive.
6. Up-dating or replacing kitchens and bathrooms is always a positive – but do take advice on styles and colour.
7. Remember first impressions count and therefore the outdoor paintwork should look fresh, any door furniture should be gleaming and tubs and hanging baskets well maintained.
Finally: Great local schools, off-road parking and tidy gardens make properties much more desirable.
For further information click onto www.sarahfaulkner.co.uk
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