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Selling your home can be a very stressful time, which can be made even more difficult depending on the time of year.

For example, there can be a lull in property sales during the Christmas period but January is the busiest time of year for selling homes. So how can you ensure your house or flat stands out from the crowd?

1. LEAVE NO TRACE OF CHRISTMAS

If your festive decorations are still up in the middle of January, then it could give the impression that you haven't made an effort to make the house look presentable – don't leave a bauble in sight!

2. MAKE IT COSY

People tend to want to stay indoors during January, so make sure you add a few cosy touches to your home ahead of viewings. This will make it as appealing as possible for potential buyers. 

3. SPRUCE UP THE GARDEN

January may not be the typical time of year for blooming gardens, but you can certainly add life to your outside space by giving the patio a good clean and adding some garden accessories, such as bird feeders, and even some nice lanterns with candles.

4. GIVE THE PLACE A LICK OF PAINT

Never underestimate the power of freshly painted white walls. These not only give the illusion of a bigger space, but also provide an all-over crisp and clean look.

5. BE STORAGE SAVVY

 Make the most of multi-purpose items such as trunks which can be used as coffee tables, and as a place to store household bits and bobs neatly out of the way.

 

T.J. Whitlow | MarMac Real Estate | www.marmac.us | 256-66-8499 | tj@marmac.us