Now that the holiday season is officially here with Thanksgiving behind us, I have clients wondering "is it OK to decorate for Christmas (or Chanukah) even though we're selling our home?"
The answer: YES, but on a scaled-down, tasteful level. Don't put up an 8-foot tree unless you live in a very large house with a huge room where it will look scale appropriate. Even then, pare down the amount of decorations elsewhere so that visitors (i.e. buyers) aren't overwhelmed with holiday décor, especially village collections, ornaments on tables, dressers, hanging from lights, etc. and holiday-themed pillows, towels, placemats, tablecloths and bedding. All of that will look like clutter, which is a cardinal sin when it comes to staging! It will also look overwhelming to anyone but the most die-hard Christmas lovers, and you run the risk of turning buyers off with too-personal choices in décor. Save hanging the stockings and putting out presents for Xmas Eve.
What is the best type of décor to use? A single wreath on the front door, and natural greenery, white candles, and classy silver and gold ornaments add tastefulness to any home, as long as they are used in limited amounts, such as on a mantel and dining room table. Think "Pottery Barn" and you'll get the right idea!
Hopefully, it goes without saying to avoid putting out any religious items, such as Nativity sets indoors or out, or menorahs, in fact anything outdoors other than greenery and white lights is risking an overdone or "tacky" look. Avoid inflatable Christmas decorations that are overly commercial when they are up and running, and look like laundry on the ground during the day.
If you really feel you won't enjoy the holidays without dressing up your house to the nines, then hold off on listing - or put a moratorium on showings - until after the holidays. If buyers feel overwhelmed by lots of cute decorations, they won't be able to appreciate your home's features.
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