By David Israel, Business Manager

"Does and Don'ts regarding Holiday Decorations while your home is FOR SALE"

Now that the Thanksgiving holiday has passed, most people begin to put up their holiday decorations.  But, your home is for sale in Chattanooga and you are not sure how much to decorate.  Well if you asked yourself this question, you are on the right path toward getting your home sold in the Chattanooga market before the end of the year.

We all like to prepare our homes for the holiday season; nothing says holidays like beautiful lights strung outside your home, decorations on the front lawn, a wreath on your front door, a tree in the family room and tons of decorations.  Well, if your home is FOR SALE in Chattanooga here are some suggestions for your holiday decorations so when a potential buyer views your home, they look at the house and not at your decorations. 

• Place a simple wreath on your front door.
• If you are going to have a tree, decorate using the minimalist style, don't put out all your ornaments this year.
• Don't "Deck the Halls," place just a few holiday decorations in one room only.
• Keep it simple.

I know it is hard to resist placing stockings over the fireplace and pulling out all your family mementos, but when buyers are looking for homes, they want to be able to picture themselves in your home, not you.  Going over the top in decorating means you are hiding your home from view.  Distractions are a big no no!

Please do not call me a "Scrooge," I am all for celebrating the holidays and putting out decorations, but my house in not for sale in Chattanooga.  The only people that will be visiting my home during the holidays are friends and family. 

Your home should be ready for the buyer who doesn't know you and is looking for a home for their family.  They want to come into your home and look at a clean, well staged home with no distractions.  Remember, I have said this many times, you only get to make a good first impression once. 

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For Further information on the Chattanooga Real Estate Market contact Andy Hodes at 423-664-1818 or email at Andy@AndyHodes.com