It is likely that if you have your home on the market during the winter months, it is because you have to. You have probably noticed, no matter how wonderful your home is, that there aren’t many potential buyers lined up to take a look at this time of year. However, there are some steps you can take to make your home more inviting to potential buyers. Home Key Title & Closing, Inc. would love to share some of the best tips to help stage your home for sale during the winter months.
You will want to start with the basics and remember that the outside of your home should be in good condition. Apply a new coat of paint to any area that needs it, and perhaps place some potted poinsettias outside by the door.
If there is snow on the ground, that can make the home look more picturesque, but remember to keep the drive and walkway shoveled and free of snow and ice. You want the outside of your home to show accessibility to potential buyers.
You may enjoy decorating your home for the holidays; if that is the case just remember to use minimal and tasteful decorations inside and outside of your home.
Once the potential buyer is inside, he or she should see warm and inviting colors. You may also consider turning up the heat and/or lighting the fireplace. These aspects make the home look cozy and welcoming, both of which you want a potential buyer to feel.
Once you’ve got buyers lined up for your property, and perhaps even before, you’ll be looking for a new place to call home. Remember that getting a title search and title insurance is an excellent way to protect your new investment. For closing assistance and title insurance in Westborough, contact us at (508) 475-5502 to learn how Home Key Title & Closing, Inc. is Unlocking Your Home’s Potential…….One Closing at a Time.