Trying to sell your home during the holiday season can be challenging. You’re dealing with busy schedules, harsh weather, and fewer buyers. However, if you’re up for the challenge, selling during the holidays has its perks! There tends to be less competition, fewer homes actively listed on the market, and more serious buyers out there looking. If people are house shopping this time of year, they must have a good reason! Read on for selling tips that will make your home SHINE this holiday season.
Touch Up the Outside
Autumn is one of the most beautiful times of the year, but as those leaves fall to the ground your trees become see through and your home becomes exposed. In order to boost curb appeal, spruce up the exterior of your home. Especially target the areas that may not have been noticeable before. Touch up the paint, clean out the gutters, and tidy up the yard. Not only will this create visual appeal, but clearing sidewalks of leaves, ice, and snow will also ensure your buyers are safe as they visit your home.
Coordinate on the Inside
After you take care of the outside, move the cleaning party inside. It’s important to make space for your holiday decor before you start putting it out. Otherwise, your rooms can look cluttered and cramped. A room can still look spacious and tidy while spruced with holiday cheer. As you unpack your decorations, choose items that go with your home’s color scheme. You’re not obligated to use every single decoration you’ve collected over the years. Choose items that match and compliment the look of each room.
Less is More with Holiday Cheer
Often homes look their best decked out in holiday decor, yet you want to be sure to not overdo it. Keep the massive lawn accessories in storage this year, and go for an uncomplicated look. Try simple string lights that will draw attention to the architecture of your home as well as your your shrubs and trees. The same rules apply on the inside. If you’re going to put up a tree, you want the size of your tree to compliment a space rather than dominate it. Try putting up a smaller tree and decorating it with a cohesive theme. For example, icicle lights and silver tinsel look classic and simple.
Distinguishing Touches of Warmth
Now how about those cozy, subtle touches that are always crowd pleasers? Crank up the heat and play some soft music. Make your potential buyers feel at home with a bowl of pinecones, an evergreen wreath, and a scented candle. If you really want to win them over, have some homemade holiday treats ready for them as they arrive. ‘Tis the season!
Don’t go it alone. Selling during the holiday season can be a real challenge. Let Missouri Home, Farm & Land Realty LLC ease your stress, so your holidays remain merry and bright! Contact us on our website or give us a call at 417-777-3300.