[dropcap]D[/dropcap]ear Terese,
I like decorating for the holidays, but my home will be going on the market in the next week. Should I not put out any decorations to celebrate the season?
Janice
Dear Janice,
The principals for staging stay true all year round. You want to make sure that every prospective buyer that walks thru your home can picture their friends and family living in your space. To do that effectively, minimizing personalization is important to speak to the majority of buyers. Noleen Bester, with NB Designs, recommends the following: Remember, you’re selling a product, elegance and simplicity are key. Choose holiday themed decorations vs. religious themed décor, i.e. pinecones, greenery, etc. Match the colors of your holiday décor to the colors used in decorating your home. When decorating with a Christmas tree, used one that is appropriate for the room size and make sure it is not in the way. Keep outdoor decorations simple, a simple wreath on the front door, but keep the inflatables and candy cane path lights packed away. Consider wrapping gifts in color co-ordination gift wrap, matching your holiday décor and your home’s color scheme. You don’t have to totally miss the excitement of the season, but keep the decorations simple and elegant, and you’ll appeal to more potential buyers!
Dear Terese,
My buyer has switched lenders after the option period. Does this normally happen after a contract is executed?
Susan
