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The Christmas Decorations Are Going Up

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with M & M Realty of Brevard Inc. BK629999

The Christmas Decorations are Going Up by Sandy Shores

Halloween is over and it's hard to believe that Thanksgiving is right around the corner.  This weekend the pumpkin and witch decorations go back up in the attic and the Christmas items come down.  We'll decorate for Christmas just before Thanksgiving. A couple of years ago we decided that the Christmas decorations didn't stay up long enough.  It seemed we were putting them away as quickly as we had taken them out. So, now we get them up just before Thanksgiving.

But, how about decorating that home for the holidays when it's on the market for sale? 

A couple of things to remember:

Holiday decorations can add warmth to a home. But, don't over do it. Buyers are coming to look at the house. Too many Christmas items deter a buyer's view of the property.

When the tree goes up, some of the furniture should come out.  Otherwise, the rooms may appear too small or too cluttered.

The smell of a crisp fresh tree and cinnamon candles can stimulate the senses of buyers looking at the home.

Don't put expensive items under the tree. Keep those locked or hidden away somewhere.

Don't forget a few nice, tasteful yard decorations. They can add a bit of festive curb appeal.

Often sellers have family come to stay for the holidays, so they turn down showings.  Although often, we find that the buyers in the market are fewer during the holidays, typically the ones that are out are the serious ones.  So, try to accomodate as many showings as possible.

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Rosalinda Morgan
Brookville, NY
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Sandy - With the Christmas decorations in place, the house is more festive and seems to say "Welcome to my Home".  I agree that buyers who are looking at this time of the year are serious buyers.

Nov 12, 2010 01:15 AM
Dan Edward Phillips
Dan Edward Phillips - Eureka, CA
Realtor and Broker/Owner

Good Morning Sandy, excellent advice for the holidays.

Nov 12, 2010 01:17 AM
Rodney Mason, VP of Mtg Lending
Guaranteed Rate NMLS# 2611 - Atlanta, GA
AL,AR,AZ,CA,CO,FL,GA,IN,MI,MS,NC,NV,SC,TN,TX,VA,WA

You do have to find that balance between enjoying the holidays the way you want and having buyers see your home in the best light possible.

Nov 12, 2010 01:25 AM
John Walters
Frank Rubi Real Estate - Slidell, LA
Licensed in Louisiana

Don't remind me,I don't want my wife to see this blog.  She likes to be the first in the neighborhood to put up Christmas lights.

Nov 12, 2010 01:38 AM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

I commented the other day how many Christmas commercials are now being broadcast.

Nov 12, 2010 02:06 AM
Sandy Shores FL Realtor®, Melbourne Real Estate
M & M Realty of Brevard Inc. - Melbourne, FL
Brevard County Real Estate, Florida's Space Coast

Rosalinda, Homes decorated for the holidays can show beautifully, as long as they aren't overdone.  We do see some very serious buyers at this time of year.

Dan, Thanks for stopping by.

Rodney, Great point - balance is really key, isn't it?

John, What's your wife's name?  I want to send her a copy of this so she can get you right on those Christmas decorations.  LOL   Mary? Edith? Ingrid?  "Mrs. Walters please read my blog..."  LOL

Paul, Isn't it amazing how quickly time seems to get away from us?

 

Nov 12, 2010 06:03 AM
Bruce Walter
Keller Williams Realty Lafayette/West Lafayette, Indiana - West Lafayette, IN

Great advise, Sandy!  Do any of the  neighbors put Santa hats on their pink flamingo lawn decorations?  ^_~

Nov 12, 2010 11:22 AM
Sandy Shores FL Realtor®, Melbourne Real Estate
M & M Realty of Brevard Inc. - Melbourne, FL
Brevard County Real Estate, Florida's Space Coast

Bruce, I haven't seen any yet, but I'm sure I will now that you have mentioned it.  Come to think of it I haven't seen any pink flamingos lately either. LOL

 

Nov 13, 2010 02:17 AM
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Seems to be earlier every year.  Used to be we waited until after Thanksgiving, but the merchants are trying to extend the season.

Nov 13, 2010 03:14 AM
Yolanda Cordova-Gilbert
Richmond, TX

Sandy,

              Beautiful Pictures of the Poinsettas just love it. I agree you can overdo it with the Christmas decorations. I have to start decorating my home this weekend and finish on my days off next week or I am toast as that is all the time I have to get it done. Please show us more pics! You are right about the people looking during the holidays they usually are the serious ones. Take care and Happy Holiday season!

Nov 13, 2010 03:31 AM
Toni Weidman
Sailwinds Realty - Trinity, FL
20+ Years Selling Homes in New Port Richey, FL

Sandy, we decided one year that we always took the decos down too fast so we left them up till April. It was an interesting spring whenever we got company! We haven't done that since!!

Nov 16, 2010 12:01 AM
Sandy Shores FL Realtor®, Melbourne Real Estate
M & M Realty of Brevard Inc. - Melbourne, FL
Brevard County Real Estate, Florida's Space Coast

Gabe, I agree, it seems that the stores have all the trimmings out already. It comes quicker each year.

Yolanda, Good luck in getting it all done. I know it takes some time. That's why we are doing ours early. It seems the closer we get to Christmas, the less time we have.

Toni, Christmas in April?  Only in Florida, right?  I bet your company got a real kick out of it.

Nov 16, 2010 03:52 AM