Let’s face it – showing houses in the middle of winter can be very challenging.  However, if buyers are willing to brave the cold and snow, they are most likely serious about buying.  Here’s what you should be doing to make sure your house doesn’t give them the cold shoulder.

• Keep the driveway clear.  It’s definitely a turn-off f to navigate ice-covered, bumpy driveways.
• Shovel walkways and decks.  Sand if icy.   Not only does it provide safe passage, it also shows you care about your home.
• The house should be warm.  Buyers will rush thru a cold house and it leaves a negative impression.
• Make it light and bright so it shows well even on grey days.  Get rid of heavy drapes, use higher wattage light bulbs.

These are basic & common-sense tips and yet I’ve trudged thru snow drifts, gotten stuck in driveways, and have been in houses where it’s warmer outside than in.   Visit my website for more tips on selling and if you are looking for an experienced Realtor with the common sense to help sell your house in any season, then give me a call!

Donna Forest, ABR

603-526-4116