Autumn Colours

Summer is such a great time of year, but I must admit I prefer the cooler months.   I love the crisp clean air, the warm colours as trees change to vibrant reds, yellows and oranges and the warmth of a roaring fire.

The pace of life during this time gets slower not only for us, but also for the housing market.   There is a common trend that during this time of year, there are not as many houses listed for sale compared.  However did you realise that there are some real advantages in listing you home for sale during autumn and winter.  The most important one is reduced competition in the market.  How great is that.  As a seller it means that not only are you having to compete with fewer homes in the market, but potential buyers have fewer homes to compare!

Although you may have less competition, it is still vital to remember that if you want to sell your home in the shortest possible time, you need to make sure it is picture perfect.  Buyers are still looking for their dream and your home could be it.

Here a re a few simple things you can do to make your home inviting is:

• let in as much natural light as possible and always have all your lights on when your house is being viewed.
• place warm and inviting throws over the lounge or your favourite chair to make buyers feel like this is the home they could curl up in, and read a great book.
• light a fire or make sure the house is warm and inviting.
• introduce some warm colours in accessories such as red and oranges to reflect the season and bring a sense of warmth to your decor.

Remember that if you need advice or assistance in creating the the place buyers want, call Decor Interior Style and we will be more than happy to help.

Outside Appearances are Important

Scanning the internet of homes for sale in my local area is always interesting as a Home Stager.  It is interesting because it gives me an idea how in many cases, home owners do not understand the importance of looking at their home through 'buyers eyes'.

Looking at a home through 'buyers eyes' needs to start at the outside of a home and continue all the way through to the back garden.  The outside of your home is your first impression, so you need to make sure that you create a great first impression so that you can entice prospective buyers out of the car, down the path and in your front door!

This home is on the market for mid to high $500,000.  The garden although established is overgrown, not only obstructing the view of the home, but also providing prospective buyers with the impression that they will need to spend a lot of time tidying up and maintaining the garden. 

There is structure and symmetry to this garden, but again it has become overgrown and does not create a good first impression.  

This house screams work, work and more work!












So if you are thinking of selling your house, or are wondering why it hasn't sold, walk outside and take a look at the first impression you will be creating through 'buyers eyes'.   Remember the outside is just as important and the inside.