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Spring
is considered the optimum time sell; 50 percent of homes are sold during
this time. However, it might not be ideal for how quickly you need to move
or be desirable for your geographical location. Play up the perks of your
home by adapting it to the season with these tips:
Spring Tips
Go for Sparkle:
Impress buyers with
a clean, good smelling house. Open up windows and let fresh air flow in and
scrub your home from top to bottom to make it glisten.
Ac-scent:
Infuse your home
with spring like aromas. Scents can change the overall feel of a space, so
consider adding candles, diffusers, or fresh cut flowers to change the
mood.
Bring
Spring Indoors:
Create
a fresh inexpensive look by replacing the pillows on your couch or throw
pillows on your bed with ones that have brighter colors.
Enhance
the Exterior:
Welcome buyers with an inviting and clean entry. Paint the front door if
needed and add seasonal plants and a welcome mat by the front door. Clear
any debris from the yard to make it appear cleaner.
Pare Down Possessions:
De-clutter
closets and pare down possessions to create the illusion of more space. If
there are dark corners in the house, get rid of clutter and paint the area
a lighter color that will reflect light.
Summer Tips
Up the Curb Appeal:
The landscape is the first thing buyers will see. Mow the yard, pull the
weeds, and plant summery colored flowers like yellow or orange to welcome
buyers. Consider upping the curb appeal with lights that frame the walkway.
Control the Air Temperature:
Air conditioning is
critical in the summer months. A cool temperature will keep potential
buyers comfortable and relaxed while touring your home.
Outdoor Living:
Outdoor living rooms are a great selling point for summer. Create an
outdoor area that will come alive when entertaining guests and complete
with a grill and table set. Finish the look with tableware accessories from
dishes to placemats.
Decorating for the Season:
Swap out all dark
and warm-colored linens and window treatments for ones that are light and
airy. Lighter colors maximizes the amount of natural light in a room.
Fall Tips
Brighten your Blooms:
Replace dying blossoms from summer with ones that flourish in the fall and
clear out any lingering weeds and leaves in flowerbeds for a flawless look.
Let There be Light:
Daylight hours are getting shorter, and less intense sunlight makes good
interior light more important. Lighten things up by turning on more lights
or replacing light bulbs to give a warmer glow.
Heat Things Up:
Tap into the simple things this time of year that make you feel at home. If
your home has a fireplace, light a fire when buyers come around to create a
cozy atmosphere.
Update Listing Photos:
Keep your listing
pictures as current as possible. If your house has been on the market for a
while, update listings pictures from the previous season. Pictures from
past seasons make the listing seem dated.
Winter Tips:
Tend the
Exterior:
Ensure that
the walkway is shoveled and ice-free and the house looks well maintained.
Make sure any minor repairs are taken care of that could deter a potential
buyer.
Subtle Holiday Touches:
Anything seasonally
appropriate can be used to accentuate positive features in the house.
Festive greenery, a winter wreath on the front door, or Christmas lights
hung on the doorframe or front porch can spark interest. Make sure the
festive touches compliment the house color palette and are kept to a
minimum.
Make it Homey:
Create a cozy
environment that allows buyers to picture themselves in the house. Warm,
fuzzy throws, a lit fireplace, and aromas like chocolate chip cookies,
baked apple pie, or cinnamon give the home a homier atmosphere.
Emphasize Winter Positives:
Mention to buyers if your home is on a bus route or other vital service
that is regularly plowed or de-iced.
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