Selling your home in the winter can be a bit tough. Not too many people want to go outside to brave the cold weather to check out houses, and everyone is still recovering from their holiday spending. Since buyers may be less interested in buying, you need to make your a little more enticing. These are the five best ways to increase your chances of selling your home this winter.

Clear the Snow and Ice

Nobody wants to struggle to get to your home for an open house, so you need to make sure to clear any potential snow or ice. Shoveling snow also makes your house look well-maintained to the potential buyers. Proper maintenance puts the buyer at ease because they know they won't be surprised after moving.

Showcase the Garage

Garages are big selling points in the winter because you can get in and out of the car without feeling the cold weather. Make sure to tour the garage when showing the home to a potential buy.

Create a Warm and Cozy Atmosphere

Everyone wants to dream about snuggling in their warm new home on a cold winter day, so you need to showcase the warm and cozy atmosphere of your home. You can create this warm atmosphere by turning up the heat, starting a fire, baking cookies and playing soothing music throughout the house.

Add Some Extra Lighting

Lighting is one of the most important aspects of selling a house. Nobody wants to buy a house if they think it is going to be dark and dreary all of the time. Natural lighting can be hard to use in the winter, so you may need to add some extra lighting fixtures to keep the home bright.

Add Some Plants

Nothing puts someone in a good mood quite like seeing some greenery on a cold winter day. While snow can be extremely beautiful, everyone wants to see something different after a long winter. You need to make sure the green plants you choose are able to thrive in the cold winter climate.

There is no need to wait until the spring if you want to sell your home as soon as possible. Selling in the winter may take a little more effort, but you should have no problem getting the sale done if you follow these five tips.

 

About the Author: Lizzie Weakley is a freelance writer from Columbus, Ohio. She went to college at The Ohio State University where she studied communications. In her free time, she enjoys the outdoors and long walks in the park with her 3-year-old husky Snowball. Lizzie recommends going to J & D Door Sales Inc. if you are considering in purchasing a new garage door to help with your home’s curb appeal.