Selling a home during this time of year can be tricky, especially for homeowners who love to decorate for the holidays. While some may argue that it does not make sense to put (or keep) a home on the market during the holiday season, several realtors we have spoken to advise that it may not be a horrible idea. After all, holiday decorations make nearly any house feel more like a home. Additionally, holiday entertaining and the threat of unexpected visits from friends and neighbors delivering presents often force people to keep their homes fairly tidy during this time of year. Finally, it is important to note that while there may be fewer house hunters swinging by for an open house when it is cold and holiday festivities abound, the reality is that the people who do show interest in a home are most likely more serious. In other words, the people looking for a home right now are probably more qualified candidates than the throngs of people who check out the local open houses on the block during the warm summer months.

Below are a few quick tips for selling a home during the holidays. These tricks will ensure that your home is beautiful and festive, but not overdone in the eyes of potential home buyers who are more decor conservative.

• Decorate, but show restraint and avoid excessive ornamentation
• Use fresh greens to decorate and make your whole home smell great
• String lights conservatively around the entry way for a welcoming glow, but limit the number of outdoor decorations to ensure that potential buyers actually see your house (not just the decorations)
• Make sure that the holiday decor you choose is classic in nature to appeal to a variety of styles, and choose seasonal decorations that compliment the rest of the home
• Avoid strongly scented candles that may be overpowering for some people

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