Selling your home this winter? While most homes in the United States are put up for sale during the spring and summer months, selling during the winter does have some advantages if you do it right and listen to experts tips. Below, we have compiled some key tips and tricks that will help you sell your home in the wintertime! Listen to our advice and you could be signing the papers in no time.
1. Keep snow and ice at bay.
Keep walkways and driveways free of ice and snow
2. Warm it up.
Adjust the heat to a comfortable temperature and have the hearth set for a fire.
3. Take advantage of natural light.
Make the most of the light you do have. Have the curtains and blinds cleaned and open them as wide as possible during daytime showings.
4. Get the windows washed.
In winter, that strong southern light can reveal grime and make it look like the home hasn’t been well maintained. Make sure that this is not the case and clean your windows thoroughly.
5. Make it comfortable and cozy.
Set the scene and help the buyers see themselves living happily in this house. Put a warm throw on the sofa or fold back the thick comforter on the bed. Use the simple things this time of year that make you feel like you’re home.
6. Make it festive.
Set up the dinner table with the good china and silver. Have a plate of cookies for your guests, some warm cider or even chilled bottles of water.
7. Give the home a nice aroma.
Pet smells, smoke and musty odors can cling to curtains and carpets. Ask your real-estate agent or a friend to give it a sniff test. Then clean the house, air it out and replace drapes, carpets or rugs before you show it.