While not essential for all properties, having your property in a clean and good state of repair may help it sell. Finishing any outstanding DIY jobs before you go to market can help you present the property in a better light. Let your estate agent know about any key selling points of the property which will help them in marketing your property. For example, a new boiler, new windows or under-floor heating in the bathroom are good things to highlight.
For more information on how to prepare your property for viewing read our guide to preparing your property for viewings.
You should assume that prospective buyers will be thorough and ask to see all the paperwork you have pertaining to the property. Having this paperwork ready will enable you to produce it on request and move the process along.
Having utility and council tax bills, building regulation certificates, your Energy Performance Certificate and any guarantees available could mean that unnecessary delays are avoided.