• Evergreen wreaths, pine cones, poinsettias and candles say winter rather than a specific holiday. This keeps your house as neutral as possible during the holiday season.
• Although the holidays have much religious significance; mangers, menorahs, etc are considered personal items that we would prefer not to be out during showings. You never know what might offend a potential buyer ~ even during the holidays.
• Be careful not to overwhelm architectural features such as a mantel with holiday décor. A simple evergreen garland with white lights will show off the fireplace and mantel very nicely. And, remember to put up the stockings at the last minute (Christmas Eve) and take them down before your next showing.
• Take a drive to enjoy the elaborate exterior holiday displays this year and leave yours for next year.
• Christmas trees are big. Visually speaking, you can think of them as another piece of furniture. When decorating a tree, try to use white lights with only one or two colors of decorations. Save the children's ornaments and other personal items for the new home.
• If at all possible, try to use a small, narrow tree or a table top tree so the room isn't overpowered by a huge tree.
• Be sure to keep wrapped gifts out of sight during showings and opens.
• Think about the quantity of gifts that will remain in your house after the holidays and where you’re going to keep them to maintain a clutter-free atmosphere.
• Be careful not to leave decorations up after the New Year.
Michele Thrasher, ASP
Staging by MON BRIO
419.350.5654
Great advice Michele! Thank You!
