What people want
People want to feel welcomed when they enter a hall. Aim to create a tranquil, bright space that entices buyers to explore the property further. Mirrors on the wall will help increase the sense of space and light. Exposed pipes and ugly gas or electricity meters should be boxed in. Buyers won't want to be distracted by eyesores when they've only just crossed the threshold.

Whether you have room to add furniture is up to you. But if what you have in your hall makes it feel small and cramped - get rid of it for viewings! They key is to keep your hall clutter-free.

These days, many buyers are looking for a property with a study. It doesn't have to be enormous but it does have to be somewhere well-lit and well-ventilated, with enough space to accommodate a decent desk and proper storage units. Buyers will want at least one phone line, as well as plenty of electrical sockets.