Let the professionals do it!

Do-it-yourself is fun, teaches you new things and is in many ways a good option for being creative and saving money at the same time. However, the do-it-yourself trend is not always the best idea. Sometimes you need a skilled professional. Some best practice examples that show when it makes sense to rely on a professional ...

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Tip 1: Vehicle preparation

One thing is clear: if you want to sell your used vehicle, you should make sure it looks as presentable and immaculate as possible. A trip to the car wash is a must, and stripping the vehicle should be accompanied by cleaning the interior. However, there is a lot of difference between cleaning the vehicle yourself and having it professionally prepared - in terms of time, cleaning performance and money. Professional vehicle preparation involves cleaning the vehicle inside and out. During a meticulous car wash, dirt is removed from the vehicle from the roof to the rims. Car shampoo and polish are then used, while a nano-sealant ensures a long-lasting shine. When cleaning the interior, water and washing powder are applied directly to the seat upholstery. This deep-cleans the vehicle. Does it pay off? Absolutely! The vehicle literally shines in new splendor, which is particularly impressive for private individuals who want to buy a used vehicle. If the vehicle also smells like it has been freshly washed inside, bargaining opportunities for bargain hunters are rare.

Tip 2: Carpet cleaning

Anyone who walks across a carpet in their home every day has good reasons for choosing the soft and fluffy flooring option and is therefore prepared to put up with the greater cleaning effort. Compared to a smooth floor, such as tiles or laminate, carpet cleaning has to be much more intensive. When professional carpet cleaning is no longer a luxury, the usage and the carpet itself will tell you to a large extent, as there are some indications that literally cry out for professional carpet cleaning. If the carpet is frequently walked on with street shoes, professional carpet cleaning is a sure way to get rid of deep-seated soiling (including bacteria). Odors or soiling that only become apparent when you look directly at the pile are further indications that professional carpet cleaning is required. If pets regularly romp across the floor, if small children use the carpet to play on or if a member of the household suffers from an allergy, these are further reasons for professional carpet cleaning.

Tip 3: Home staging

Home staging is the modern term for professional property refurbishment. The interior of the property is pimped with the clear aim of presenting the property in the best possible light in order to sell it as profitably as possible. This increases the market value of the property and prevents interested parties from negotiating massively on the price, as the property will look like it is applying for a favorite place award after home staging. Home staging is possible on your own. However, this could also be an emotional challenge, as home staging also involves altering the property to a certain extent, for example to meet the latest standards. Typical home staging measures include clearing out, decluttering, cleaning, repairing and renovating the property. Once the property has been freed from the traces of the previous owner, it can be redesigned: painting, furnishing and illuminating are the first steps on the plan. The next step is to give the property flair - with selective accessories that make the property homely but not too personal. In practice, this means that blankets and cushions naturally belong in the living room, but picture frames do not.

Tip 4: The change of style

Anyone who has decided to give themselves a makeover will usually need help. The reason: the decision to change your style is only the beginning. However, when it comes to trimming your long hair to a short hairstyle, applying make-up suitable for everyday wear and swapping your washed-out jeans for fabric pants or even a skirt, a styling professional has the necessary know-how and assertiveness to be able to justify and implement this type change. These makeovers show how a new haircut and a few new items of clothing can bring about a major visual change in style. Of course, everyone can and should set their own intentions. In most cases, the functional understatement look of jeans and a T-shirt becomes the wow look. However, professional type consultants also teach people who dress almost exclusively in a business look how appealing a smart leisure look can be.

Tip 5: Tutoring

Nobody really wants to deny parents their knowledge, but at the latest when it has been a few years since the child started school and the child has left elementary school and moved on to secondary school, an external tutor should be considered if tutoring is required. Ideally, parents should decide together with their children whether an external tutor is necessary. However, a weekly private tutor also has the advantage of acting as an external service provider who has a different reputation than mom and dad, who are already waving many prohibitions and commands during puberty. Whether older pupils, student teachers or even a tutoring studio are the best option to close learning deficits often depends on the individuals themselves. Caution: The tutor should not be too friendly, as he or she must be strict, point out mistakes and assign additional tasks, which are usually not very popular.

Date: 01.07.2020