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Before you begin the process of letting your property, you need to be thoroughly prepared. There is a lot to do and plenty to think about before you can think about getting your new tenants through the door.

First impressions count for everything when it comes to property, so it's vital your home looks its best for potential tenants. Maintaining this condition for all your viewings will give you the best chance of letting your home and achieving the best possible price.

So, what preparations should you make?

The external view

This is the first view your potential tenants will have of your property, so you should focus on optimising its appearance.

• Tidy up the front and back garden (weed, trim hedges, add some new plants if necessary, clear any dead or unsightly plants, mow and fix any damaged lawn)
• Repair cracks, holes or blemishes in the driveway or walls
• Give the window frames and door a lick of paint if they need it
• Make sure the house number is clearly visible
• Keep rubbish and rubbish bins out of sight.

The interior

• De-clutter - create more space by moving some furniture into storage, tidy away or remove unnecessary objects, books and knick-knacks, clear out cupboards and wardrobes of non-essential items
• Make minor repairs - fix leaky taps and cracks in the walls, replace broken or crooked tiles, replace burned-out light bulbs - make sure everything works!
• Clean thoroughly from top to bottom - carpets, floors, windows, fixtures and fittings, etc.
• Eradicate unpleasant odours, like pet smells and cigarette smoke
• Decorate rooms if required - a lick of paint can re-energise the appearance of a room.

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