Fall Home Selling can be long and stressful with countless questions to be answered and decisions to be made throughout the process. How much should you invest in sprucing it up? Should you try to sell it on your own or work with a broker? And what should you list it for? Yet perhaps one of the most important decisions you’ll make is determining when to list your home.
Generally speaking, spring is the most popular season for selling and buying a home. Warmer weather entices people outside after a long winter, and families with children begin the process of house-hunting, hoping to close and get settled before the start of a new school year.
But did you know that autumn is another great time of year to put your home on the market? In fact, many experts agree that those looking to buy in the off season tend to be more motivated and serious, wanting to move before the holidays and winter set in.
So if you do decide to list your home this fall, here are some tips for making it more appealing and inviting to would-be buyers.
- Remove leaves, branches, and debris from the front lawn.
- Add a pop of color to your garden bed with mums or marigolds.
- With increasingly fewer daylight hours, make sure you walkway is well lit.
- Welcome potential buyers with a seasonal front door wreath.
- Take advantage of the season with a few simple autumn-inspired decorations in your home.
- Keep counters and table tops free of clutter.
- Leave out some freshly baked cookies or slices of pumpkin pie on official viewing days.
- Allow as much natural light to flood your home as possible.
- Use accent lighting to make your home feel inviting and bright.
Beyond the cosmetics, you also need to make sure your home comfort systems and fixtures are in top working order. At Norhio Plumbing, we’re here to make any plumbing repairs or upgrades you and your real estate broker feel will not only help sell your home faster, but help you fetch a higher price. For a free estimate or to schedule service, contact Norhio Plumbing today.
