Pinetop White Mountain Blog

Good Afternoon Everyone,

Okay, it's winter.  There are mounds of dirty snow in front of every home and it sure doesn't contribute to curb appeal.  Of course every house looks the same way but what can you do to make your home attractive?

1) Make sure your walkway is shoveled and the driveway is clear for agents to park for showing your property.

2) Invest in a box of slip on paper slippers to protect your flooring from snow and mud.

3) Place a pot of Greenery next to the front door.  A small standing pot with a dwarf evergreen is always a nice welcoming touch.

4) Inside the home, brighten up the interior with brightly colored throw pillows and rugs.

5) Keep the heat on at least at a low setting even if the house is vacant so the home is not frigid inside.  Buyers looking in the winter months are looking for coziness,  and a cold house can deter them from spending much time in the home to look because it is uncomfortable. 

6) Even minimal staging can sell a home.  Vacant homes look bare and a couple of colorful bowls on the counters and some towels in the bath will soften the effect of the vacancy.

7) Shovel off the back decks and patios that are under cover so the buyers can access the back yard to see the space and appreciate the area. 

8) If you are still living in the home, reduce clutter.  Start your packing now and remove valuables and collectibles to allow the buyer to see their things in your home.  Take down the family photos and other memorabilia so the buyer can picture their own family photos in their place.

Winter is a difficult time to sell homes because snow and ice can make showing property quite a challenge.  Just keeping driveways and walkways clear of snow helps to give the impression of pride and an impression that you care enough to make your home accessible even in bad weather. 

Happy Selling, I hope you found these tips useful. 

SANDRA PAULOW, ASSOCIATE BROKER, GRI

Your High Country REALTOR® (928) 242-0300