Homeowner Tips & Tricks: Decorating for Open Houses and Showings Over the Holidays

Embrace the holiday spirit to help sell your home! Create a festive atmosphere for open houses and showings.

Below are a few ideas to help you style your home for the holiday season:

1. Minimalism is key. Be sure you're not covering up any key assets with decorations. Instead, feature smaller display and items that highlight the versatility of the home.
2. Keep it cozy. During the holidays, warm and inviting houses will help buyers feel more at home and stay at an open house or a a showing longer. Consider baking cookies or offering warm cider to guests. 
3. Don't forget about the bathroom! Adding holiday touches in powder rooms is an easy way to demonstrate holiday cheer, and one that many buyers will surely notice. 
4. Take a hint from the rest of the neighborhood. Your decorations should remain basic to keep pace with the community. 
5. Keep decorations nonspecific to make your home more relatable rather than personal.

Whether your house is empty or occupied over the holidays, this is a great time to add some homey qualities. Adding a few holiday touches will help buyers visualize the homes as on they can be comfortable in.