Real Estate Matters
By Elisa Jo Eagan
Staging your home is crucial any time of year, but especially during winter, when weather and a slower market tend to get in the way. These staging tips are sure to put your home at the forefront of potential buyers’ minds and help it stand out this winter season.
Tastefully decorate
Use the wintry feel of these months to your advantage. Twinkling lights and elegant winter decor can instantly elevate your home’s appeal. A pinecone wreath, seasonal flowers and greenery and other small landscaping touches can make a big difference to a potential buyer pulling up to your home.
Make it warm and welcoming
The great thing about winter is that it naturally invites a cozy feeling into your life. Blankets, the possibility of snow and a warm fire make the season even more inviting. Drape a few throw blankets and pillows on your couches and light an unscented candle or two to embrace a toasty winter ambiance.
Use natural elements
Winter often gets a bad reputation for being dreary, dark and cold. But you can make the most of the season. Decorating is one way, but you can also bring light into your space by pulling back curtains and opening blinds. Turn on all the lights and switch out darker lampshades for lighter ones to brighten your space.
Tidy up
Wet gloves and muddy shoes in the entryway won’t leave the best first impression. Deep-clean commonly used areas, especially places where debris from outside tends to accumulate. Wipe down countertops, dust the trim and vacuum rugs to freshen up your space. When showings are scheduled, place a shoe bin by the entrance and encourage visitors to remove their shoes, especially in inclement weather.
Stage your home during the winter and liven up your interior with a few of these cozy ideas and seasonal vibes. Remember, home is where your heart is: family is where life begins and love never ends.
A positive real estate market forecast is on the horizon for 2025. Real estate is alive and well. Now is the time to buy or sell.
Wishing everyone a happy, healthy and prosperous new year in 2025.
For real estate information and advice, contact Elisa Jo Eagan, the “Real Estate Godmother,” at 609-703-0432. Learn more at www.therealestategodmother.com.
For More Real Estate Questions, Information and Advice Contact Elisa Jo Eagan “The Real Estate Godmother” (609)703-0432 and Remember…”There’s No Place Like Owning Your Own Home!”
