There can be benefits to selling your home in the winter - fewer properties on the market means yours can stand out and be seen for instance. But there are challenges as well. These 5 tips can help you get the most out of a winter listing!
1. Lighting
In the winter, especially on the
coast where it is often grey outside in the winter months, lighting is crucial.
Check that all your lights are bright, change out any weak or dim bulbs. Look for dark areas in the house and see if
lamps or strategically placed lighting will enhance those areas. Warm light in
the winter is nice or try using the daylight-style bulbs.
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2. Warmth
People love to feel cozy in the
winter, but keep in mind that they will be coming in with coats on after being
out in the cold air, so a house interior will already feel warmer to them. In
other words you want the home warm but not hot. A nice throw on the couch and
some soft accent pillows will enhance the cozy feeling.
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3. Cleaning
In the winter when the outside
spaces are dormant and cold the inside needs to shine even more. Make sure the indoor living spaces are
sparkling. Flooring in the winter can quickly become muddy and dirty, so keep
watch on that. Also mud rooms and entryways in the winter quickly get cluttered
with coats, boots and gear which need to be cleared away.
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4. Outdoor Lighting and Entryway
While people won’t spend as much
time looking at the outside of the property in the winter, they will notice a
dirty entryway or one that is not well lit. Keep it clean and bright, so the
entrances are reassuring, welcoming and safe.
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5. Bring the Outdoors In
With very little colour outside,
having some fresh flowers or a plant or two inside the home improves people’s
moods without them even realizing why. A kitchen or dining room table with
flowers in a vase, a green plant in the living room, or even a colourful bowl
of fruit can add a fresh and inviting ambiance to a home.
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