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Selling your house this winter? Follow these tips!

Wintertime—especially this winter!—is a less-than-ideal season for selling a home, right? Who wants to trek around to find a house in the cold? The truth: Lots of people.

 

And selling during the winter can give you a competitive edge. You can avoid competing with the increasing inventory on the market during the peak seasons. The first step is simply maximizing your curb appeal. Here are four tips to make your house stand out—and attract buyers.

Clear the snow! In order to be interested in your home, buyers have to be able to get to it. That means keeping driveways, sidewalks, and walkways clear of snow and ice. Don’t have a snow blower? See if you can rent or borrow one—and clear snow early and often to prevent thick, icy layers from forming. Make sure your deck and steps are clear of snow, too. That way, buyers can envision spending time outside in warmer weather.

Fixer up! As with any season, make sure that everything from your mailbox to your window screens to your paint is in good shape. Winter's lack of foliage means that your house is even more visible without any greenery to hide the rough edges. Wash your windows, inside and out.  Do a walk around the perimeter of the house and make sure everything is in tip-top shape.

Add winter décor. Just because many plants are dormant doesn't mean you can't be creative with your landscaping. Consider filling hanging containers or pretty flower pots with small, hearty winter plants like holly or small evergreens. Get creative with your containers—use baskets, barrels, or even a bird bath. Fresh flowers always add a fresh touch.

Make it a place people want to come home to. The days are shorter, which means that some of your home showings may occur when it's dark out. Nothing gives a home more of a homey feel than a light in the window or out front. Line walkways with ground lights and keep in mind that homes in the winter season can be very inviting to a home buyer.

Susie Shortsleeve

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Real Estate Associate
Benoit Mizner Simon & Co.

450 Boston Post Road, Weston

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