As fall swings into winter, the rainy Seattle area can impact all markets, not just real estate. Buyers are heading inside to keep dry and cozy up on the couch with family and friends. Nevertheless, with the right staging moves, your home can attract buyers quicker than ever.
#1: Stage with Simple + Neutral Décor
Excess holiday décor can distract buyers from seeing the heart of your home. Adding in a few holiday touches that incorporate the spirit of the season can bring in the autumn charm without the overwhelm.
Our favorite way to blend in fall vibes is using heavy throws over bedding and couches. Adding layers to your comfy spaces allows for the coziest space possible.
#2 Feature Warm + Cozy Living Areas
Your buyers want to picture all seasons of life in their potential home: family gatherings, special occasions, holidays, and so on. Focusing your attention on the main living spaces (living room, dining, fireplaces) of your home will allow buyers to feel warm + welcomed in your property.
We love adding simple centerpieces to our dining tables for the fall/winter season. Setting the table with chargers, plates, and silverware can help buyers envision family celebrations in the space.
#3 Maximize Natural + Mood Lighting
As the days get shorter, our rooms get darker. Bring some light to your listings by adding in window treatments, mirrors for space, lamps, and lots of warm lighting!
Try adding a lighting source to every section of your space. Lamps aren't only for side tables, use tall lamps for corners or use a light in your shelf styling to warm up your listing.
#4 Bring Emotion into Your Listing Photos
Almost all of your buyers will see your listing online first. This means putting your best photos forward is crucial to bringing in the best offers. Holiday staging should make your home feel cozy + festive, but easily move-in ready!
Our favorite way to stage photos is to focus in on a room that sparks memories--past and future ones. This is often the living room, dining room, kitchen, or whichever room feels like the star of the show in your listing. Zoom in on cozy details to allow buyers to see the property through their eyes.
Ready to Stage Your Seattle Listing This Holiday Season?
Staging your home during the holiday season isn't just possible--it's powerful. With the right tools, you can help buyers fall in love even during the busiest time of the year.
