7 Ways to Successfully Sell Your Home in the Fall

Fall is the season of new beginnings, making it the perfect time for an exciting life change, a move to a new home! If you have been spending the summer season thinking about moving, wondering if you missed your opportunity to sell your house during the spring, think again! The fall season is a great time to put your home on the market. The hustle and bustle of the summer months have died down and families are getting back to their everyday routines from vacations past. With kids back to school and holidays months away, there is an opening for prospective buyers to purchase a new home before the cold of winter sets in. To get your home ready to sell this fall it's important to follow these seven steps we are about to share to make sure your home shows its best in the market here in Ottawa. Let's dive in!  

Elevate Curb Appeal

Your home's curb appeal is its most impactful impression. When a buyer comes to visit your home for a showing, they are considering if they can see themselves living here in the future. Now is the time to impress them with the potential of your beautiful property. Along with the vibrant colours of fall, make your home stand out by sprucing up your front yard with a little landscaping. Rake up fallen leaves, and trim bushes, and the grass if necessary. If you like to decorate for the fall season, do so minimally and tastefully. Add some seasonal decor like pumpkins and mums to create an inviting atmosphere. However, avoid decorating for holidays in the fall such as Halloween or Thanksgiving. These types of decorations could be distracting or appear cluttered to a buyer.

Capture Natural Lighting

As the fun-filled days of summer come to a close, so do our hours of daylight. As the days get shorter, ensure that your home is well-lit for showings. Consider adding exterior lights to the path leading to your front door to assist buyers in easily entering your home even on the darkest of fall nights. Inside during the day, open curtains and blinds to allow as much natural light as possible. In the evening, use warm-toned light bulbs in your light fixtures to create a cozy and welcoming ambiance within your space.

Highlight Fall Features

Showcase the unique features of your home that shine in the fall season. If you have a fireplace, light it up during showings to create a cozy atmosphere that will appeal to the buyer. If you have a deck or patio in your backyard, stage it with outdoor furniture and fall-themed decor to demonstrate its potential for heartfelt autumn entertaining with loved ones.

Emphasize Energy Efficiency

With falls cooler weather often means higher energy consumption within the season. Highlight any energy-efficient features your home may have, such as energy-efficient windows, insulation, or a programmable thermostat. Buyers will appreciate the potential cost savings your home could provide from the rest they may be viewing in your neighbourhood.

Deep Cleaning

It's time for a fall refresh clean! When buyers visit your home they will be interested in seeing every inch of it, from top to bottom. This means that each area of your home should be spotless and free from clutter. This includes closets, cabinets and the garage, all places that clutter likes to hide in! Make sure to tackle each room in your space, and pay attention to the details. This could mean doing a few paint touch-ups, having your windows deep cleaned, or rearranging the future to highlight the vast possibilities within the space. 

Maintenance and Repairs

Now is the time to address any necessary maintenance or repairs within the home before listing it on the market with a real estate agent. This could include cleaning gutters, servicing the HVAC system, fixing any leaky faucets, and making sure all major systems are in working order. Buyers will ask about any potential maintenance that needs to be done when considering your property to purchase, and a well-maintained home gives buyers confidence and peace of mind.

Marketing Your Property

Using summer photos to market your home for sale is essential. During the hot days of summer, your home is looking its best. The greenery around your property is full and lush, and you can showcase your home's best features, from your backyard that is perfect for entertaining, to your inviting garden and luxurious pool! It's important to note that it is essential to work with a real estate agent when putting your home up for sale any time of year. They are the experts who know the ins and outs of the industry and how to set up your home for future selling success! They will market your home on all the top search engines and platforms to make sure your home is seen by potential buyers all over!