Advice
Selling it yourself
Want to position your home more strongly yourself? We bundle our best tips in one place: sell smarter with Abitos, why reachability sells, professional photo tips and what to do when your property has been online for a while.
Sell smart
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Do you currently have a listing on Immoweb, Zimmo or another property site, but decide to work with an agent? Good news: at Abitos we refund your advertising costs up to €300 on presentation of your invoice.
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Reachability sells
The reality of the home seeker
Buyers search in short moments. Being reachable at the right moment wins their trust and the appointment. If calling does not work or no one answers, candidate buyers move on to the next property.
Evening, weekend and breaks
Most actions happen after 6pm or on Saturday. These short free moments call for fast contact. If calling does not work or no one answers, candidate buyers move on to the next property.
Someone on the line quickly
A real conversation builds trust and immediately clarifies the price range, the timing and how we work. A viewing usually follows soon after.
Delay is a drop-out moment
Waiting hours feels like uncertainty. The buyer may well book another appointment meanwhile. A clear phone number and quick feedback keep the chance with you.
From question to appointment
A two-minute conversation is often enough to remove barriers and schedule a viewing right away. Pace makes the difference between looking and buying.
“I wondered whether Saturday was possible. One phone call, and it was arranged. Without a number, I'd have moved on.”
The buyer journey in 5 steps
1. Scrolling: the candidate sees your property among many tabs; the window is short.
2. Trigger: a visible phone number lowers the barrier to call.
3. Contact: a short chat answers the basic questions; momentum and trust grow.
4. Appointment: a viewing is scheduled; the candidate stops searching.
5. Follow-up: after the viewing, quick feedback clarifies the next step.
Photo tips
Top 10 photo tips for a smooth sale
Our property experts see it every day: small visual tweaks make a big difference. With these ten tips you attract more attention, build trust and let your home shine on every platform.
The 10 tips
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1. Shoot in daylight: open the curtains, use one dominant light source. Natural light sells, flash disturbs.
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2. Avoid too strong a wide angle: straight lines and a stable frame give calm and space without distortion.
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3. Add one street view: buyers want to know where they're arriving.
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4. Choose landscape photos: they show more context and fit property sites better.
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5. Tidy up, but keep it liveable: a tidy home looks larger, but some warmth may stay.
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6. Bring the image to life: a green plant, a soft blanket, a coffee maker ready to go.
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7. Use a low camera angle: shoot at hip height for more depth.
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8. Photograph the outside too: garden, terrace and façade matter as much as the interior.
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9. Pick the right time: early morning or sunset for warm, flattering light.
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10. Mind the details: hide cables, straighten chairs and check mirrors for reflections.
Online listing
Your property has been online for a while
At first a property gets the most attention from searchers. The longer it stays online, the more that visibility gradually fades. That does not mean something is wrong, but a fresh look can help.
A fresh look sometimes works wonders
A listing that has been running for a while often loses some visibility. Candidate buyers recognise the photo and scroll on faster. A small change in presentation gives your property renewed attention.
Tip: change the first photo of the listing. A different image sparks curiosity again and makes your property stand out among the results. Small tweaks often make a big difference.
It remains worthwhile to look at your home with fresh eyes. Sometimes that is exactly what is needed to renew interest.
Sell worry-free with Abitos?
You now know how to position your home well. With an experienced agent the whole process becomes much easier: we handle the follow-up, viewings and negotiations for you.