Summer is a great time to sell a home. People are in a good mood because the weather is so nice. Moving is easy for the same reason. And since kids are off of school, families like to take advantage of this break to move and settle in. If you're considering selling your Snowshoe home this summer, we say, "Go for it." Our real estate agents would also advise you to follow these staging tips to help draw more attention and get better offers.

• Do a Deep Clean
  It's important to have a clean home no matter what time of year you sell. But in the summer, when the sun streams through the windows, any dirt or dust will be even more obvious.
  
  When cleaning prior to a sale, make sure you focus on the windows, window treatments, baseboards, and behind any furniture. Potential buyers will often check these areas and assume that whatever they see is representative of how well you've cared for your home over the years.
  
  
• Focus on the Landscaping
  Summer is the season when your landscape can really shine, so make the most of it. Water your plants daily so they are vibrant and healthy when you list your home. Fill in bare areas with colorful annuals. If you have shrubs or bushes, hire a landscaper to trim them.
  
  This could also be a good time to make a few inexpensive updates to your landscape. Install some solar lights to illuminate paths at night. Set some pots of flowers near your front door, and consider adding a bird bath to the yard.
  
  
• Add Colorful Decor
  Before you start showing the home, it is often wise to depersonalize it. Take down family photos and other items that might make a buyer feel out of place. Then, replace these items with some colorful decor.
  
  A vase of fresh yellow flowers will look lovely on a table. Or, you could mount a colorful painting of flowers to your living room wall. 
  
  
• Set the Table
  If you have nice china or even an artistic set of plates, consider setting your dining room table before listing your home. When buyers walk in and see a set table, they'll have an easier time imagining themselves living in your home.
  
  Don't hesitate to "class up" your table settings a bit. Use colorful cloth napkins, and include some fresh flowers as a centerpiece. 
  
  
• Decorate With House Plants
  House plants can make a home look, feel, and smell a lot fresher. Summer is an easy time to grow them since they'll get plenty of sun in your windows.
  
  Some of the easiest house plants to grow include snake plants, spider plants, and English ivy. You can find these pre-potted at most garden centers.
  
  
• Put Winter Items in Storage
  Gather up all of your winter boots and hats, outdoor equipment, snow shovels, and other winter items. Put them into totes and store them either in your own shed or in a storage unit.
  
  Moving your winter items into storage will help make the home look more spacious. It will also keep buyers' minds on summer, helping them to feel happy and at ease.

Follow the tips above, and you should have an easier time staging your home for the summer months. If you're thinking of listing your home or want to look at other Snowshoe homes for sale, feel free to contact us. Our friendly real estate agents will be happy to help.