When it comes to selling homes, sellers typically avoid listing during the wintertime, as home prices tend to be lower during that period.
Moreover, the colder weather also means fewer potential buyers turning up at open houses or showings, which can be frustrating for sellers.
Should you find yourself needing to put your home on the market during the winter months, here are some tips on how to increase your home’s curb appeal in winter, as well as several other home improvements that add value to your property.
Add more lights to your home
One easy and relatively inexpensive way to enhance curb appeal in winter is to add more lights to your property, especially in outdoor spaces like the walkway, porch, and yard. When choosing lights, make sure to choose ones with a 3000 kelvin rating, as these give off a warmer, more inviting glow compared to standard daylight bulbs.
Tidy up before listing
Most homeowners think boosting their property’s curb appeal means having to go all out with projects that cost an arm and a leg. However, one of the most effective ways to improve a home’s curb appeal is to simply clean up. Before taking photos of your property or opening it up for showings, remove eyesores like fallen branches, dead leaves, and messy piles of snow. Doing this will make your home look neat, which is one of the first things buyers find attractive when checking out properties.
Stage your front porch
Another effective way to make your home stand out during winter is to stage your front porch. You can do this by applying a fresh coat of paint and hanging string lights on the rafters. You can also add outdoor seating complete with cushions, throws, and cozy winter blankets to create a comfortable atmosphere. Doing this will help potential buyers envision themselves in your space, leading to faster sales for the property.
Go green
Plants are a surefire way to improve your home’s look, especially since they make any space they’re in come alive. While it is generally recommended that people start planting during the late summer, you can still give your home that beloved green glow by using box gardens and planters.
Simply fill large planters with the required amount and type of soil, stick in hardy evergreens like arborvitae, juniper, and cedars, and then place them in spaces like your porch. Doing this will instantly make your space feel alive – a must for any listing that needs to sell for top dollar.
If you are looking to sell your home in Cleveland, don’t hesitate to give me, Michelle McQuade, a call. I’m one of the top Realtors in Chagrin Valley and Cleveland and I’d be more than happy to help find buyers for your valued property. You can also read up on home improvement tips and tricks to help you along.
For more information about selling your home in Chagrin Valley and Cleveland, call 440.823.2448 or send me a message here to schedule a consultation.