The holidays are all about warmth, sparkle and cheer, but when your home’s on the market, less is often more.

Decorating your home for the holidays is a fun tradition, but it’s important that buyers are still able to imagine themselves living in your home.

Here are a few staging tips to help make sure your home doesn’t appear too cramped or cluttered during this holiday season:

Curb Your Enthusiasm
Leave the huge inflatable Santa in the garage this year! A few lights and a tasteful wreath on the front door is all you need to elegantly accent your home.

First Impressions
Entranceways are where first impressions are made, but they can often be cramped and dark, so remove any unnecessary items and ensure there’s adequate lighting.

Un-Deck the Halls
Keep decorations to a minimum so your home feels open and uncluttered, and avoid covering up any unique architectural features.

Just Fir Show
A huge tree full of ornaments can make a room look cramped, so consider something smaller with soft lights and just a few tasteful decorations.

Wrap it Up
Pack up wrapping paper, tape and ribbons before showings. Just don’t hide them in a closet, as buyers often check storage areas to see how much space there is.

Warm & Cozy
It’s important that potential buyers feel completely comfortable when they tour your home, so don’t skimp on the heat and switch on the fireplace if you have one.

Sound of Music
Put on some seasonal music to give your home a warm and inviting atmosphere so that buyers can envision themselves having Christmas in your home next year.

Holiday Cheer
Seasonal treats such as hot apple cider and holiday cookies will delight the senses and give your home a welcoming feel. It may also encourage buyers to stick around a little longer!

Selling during the holidays has its drawbacks, but it can also work to your advantage. Holiday buyers are often the most serious, and with fewer listings on the market to compete with, your home will have the spotlight!

First impressions mean everything! If you keep your décor simple, your spaces bright and the atmosphere cozy, buyers will remember how good your home felt long after they’ve left the showing.

If you’re thinking of selling this holiday season, reach out for a free home evaluation, and for some ideas on how we can stage your home so that it looks its very best and stands out from the competition!