Zoe Williams critiques real estate's demand for homes to feel uninhabited
Zoe Williams questions modern real estate practices that demand homes appear uninhabited. She recalls being advised to hide personal items and declutter extensively, contrasting this with her previous experiences selling property in a more forgiving market. Williams highlights the paradox of aiming for a 'turnkey house' that feels more like a hotel.
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Published 13 Jul 2026, 15:08 UTC · Updated 13 Jul 2026, 21:30 UTC
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