Getting Ready For The Holidays In Huntsville Alabama

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Real Estate Agent with Assoc. Broker/Broker ABR, CRS, SFR, e-Pro, @Homes Realty Group, @HomesBirmingham & Providence Property Mgmnt, LLC Huntsville AL

Getting Ready For The Holidays In Huntsville Alabama

Well it's November now and the holidays are fast approaching so here's a small list of things toHoliday decorations think about while getting ready for the holidays in Huntsville Alabama.

It is never too early to begin preparing your home for holiday gatherings. Be sure to think about how many guests you will be having well in advance so you can prepare enough seating and clean and organize the rooms that need attention. Keep in mind that kids really do enjoy their own special place perhaps as much as the grown-ups enjoy them having their own space.

Keep your decorations simple, but festive to create a welcoming atmosphere in your home. Take care to plan out the meal and serving dishes well in advance. If you are taking the time to create lovely and delicious food, you might as well find a beautiful way to display it.

Think about ways to make your guests comfortable in your home. Be sure to stock all toiletries and clear out a closet or other space for guests to leave their jackets. Clean and make room in the refrigerator, especially if some of your guests are bringing items to share. Freshen the carpet and deodorize your home. A pleasant scent can really go a long way.

Create comfortable places for your guests to relax before and after the meal. Bring out extra throw pillows, blankets, chairs, and don’t forget some toys and activities for the children visiting your home. You'll find that these additions will help in making everyone’s holiday special.

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Nick T Pappas 

If you need a knowledgeable real estate professional in Madison or Huntsville Alabama area, why don't you let me Google that for you! I also know outstanding agents in all states and Canada should you need help relocating to a new area.

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Comments (10)

George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Nick great suggestions

By the way when I looked picture in the blog quickly I thought it was a pair of red slippers, and wondering what you were going to share with us :)

Nov 03, 2013 10:56 PM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Nick, great post to get started with the planning for the Holidays!   I like simple decor also.

Nov 03, 2013 11:30 PM
Marilyn Wier
RE/MAX Space Center - League City, TX
Your League City & Surrounding Areas REALTOR!

I love decorating for the Holidays! When Novemeber hits I am already on the lookout for some great holiday decor finds.

Nov 03, 2013 11:59 PM
Nick T Pappas
Assoc. Broker/Broker ABR, CRS, SFR, e-Pro, @Homes Realty Group, @HomesBirmingham & Providence Property Mgmnt, LLC Hun... - Huntsville, AL
Madison & Huntsville Alabama Real Estate Resource

George-you can stop wondering!!!! However, I am wearing socks today with red toes!...

...is there something you want to share?

Joan-these little steps really help out during a sometime chaotic time of the year.

Marilyn-I like homes dressed up for the holidays, however, I try to let others do the decorating...except for lights.

 

Nov 04, 2013 12:48 AM
Toni Weidman
Sailwinds Realty - Trinity, FL
20+ Years Selling Homes in New Port Richey, FL

I enjoy simple too, Nick. And comfortable. I don't want folks to feel uncomfortable.

Nov 04, 2013 01:38 AM
Nick T Pappas
Assoc. Broker/Broker ABR, CRS, SFR, e-Pro, @Homes Realty Group, @HomesBirmingham & Providence Property Mgmnt, LLC Hun... - Huntsville, AL
Madison & Huntsville Alabama Real Estate Resource

Toni-of course you don't want them to feel TOO comfortable either...if you catch my drift :))

Nov 04, 2013 03:59 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate - St. George, UT
So Utah Residential, Referral & Relocation REALTOR

Nick, There's very little that compares the smells of the Holidays and being around family and friends!

Nov 04, 2013 09:35 AM
Dawn A Fabiszak
Private Label Realty ( Denver metro area, Colorado - Aurora, CO
The Dawn of a New Real Estate Experience!

Nick, I'm exhaused by reading all the things I still have left to do!  Thanks for the reminder and the great tips.

Nov 04, 2013 02:03 PM
Joe Petrowsky
Mortgage Consultant, Right Trac Financial Group, Inc. NMLS # 2709 - Manchester, CT
Your Mortgage Consultant for Life

We definitely got an early start on gifts this year, we almost done. All the get togethers are already planned and looking forward to them all.

Nov 04, 2013 06:53 PM
Nick T Pappas
Assoc. Broker/Broker ABR, CRS, SFR, e-Pro, @Homes Realty Group, @HomesBirmingham & Providence Property Mgmnt, LLC Hun... - Huntsville, AL
Madison & Huntsville Alabama Real Estate Resource

Wanda-love the smell of balsam trees.

Dawn-great to see you...getting some of these things taken care of early leaves you more time to enjoy your guests.

Joe-OH!...so you are one of those! :))

Nov 04, 2013 09:32 PM

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