Thursday, January 11, 2007

13 tips for selling your home in winter





  1. We’re in the middle of winter and the buyers are scarce. The good news is the buyers that do come along usually are motivated. But given current market conditions, sellers need to be aware of what they can do to put their home at the top of a buyers wish list.

    Bankrate.com offers some practical, easy to implement tips for sellers to improve the showing of their home. Keep this list handy for the next listing presentation- your sellers will be impressed with these easy tips and thank you.

    Click on any of the tips for more details.

    13 tips for selling your home in winter


    1. Keep snow and ice at bay.
    2. Warm it up.
    3. Take advantage of natural light.
    4. Get the windows washed.
    5. Play music softly in the background.
    6. Make it feel comfortable and cozy.
    7. Emphasize winter positives.
    8. Set up timers.
    9. Make it festive.
    10. Give the home a nice aroma.
    11. Protect your investment.
    12. Use the season to your advantage.
    13. Consider the area.

    Tips provided courtesy of Bankrate.com.