A fresh coat of paint can help, but missing paperwork can delay a sale for months. Use August to prepare the information buyers and solicitors will need before an offer is agreed.

Discover this impressive, superbly presented four-bedroom detached family home, set on a corner plot. Updated and modernised and presented to a high exacting standard of décor throughout, the property offers comfortable living with a conservatory, contemporary kitchen, and a lovely walled garden.

Discover this exceptional 5-bedroom Grade II Listed detached character cottage in Norfolk, set on approximately one acre. Featuring a main house with 4 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, and a stylish kitchen, plus a self-contained 1-bedroom cottage/annexe, extensive gardens, and a gated driveway.

Buyers have plenty to compare this autumn, which makes the way a home enters the market increasingly important. A strong first impression, realistic price and thoughtful presentation can all help attract the right attention.