Spring is on its way and now is the time to freshen up your home for the season!  Here are some helpful tips to get your house in shape for the new season.

•  Get your yard into shape. When you’re selling in the spring, it’s important to get your yard in shape as quickly as possible. Clear winter debris, like fallen leaves and sticks, as well as pulling any weeds that have popped up in your lawn and flower beds.  Plant blooming plants that add a pop of color to brighten up your yard.  Good choices for the Houston area are: Petunias, Periwinkles, Begonias, Impatiens, and Geraniums.  Check out the Houston Garden Center for more ideas on annual bedding plants.

• Time for Spring cleaning. Break out the cleaning supplies and scrub away! A sparkling home will be inviting to buyers and make your home seem even more appealing.

• Clean out closets. Bulky winter clothes take up lots of space, so now is the time to move them out and de-clutter your closets. Your closets will feel and look much bigger and be more appealing to potential buyers.

•  Spruce up the entryway. As the saying goes, “you never get a second chance to make a great first impression.”  Get a new welcome mat if yours is worn and dirty.  Wipe down your door and doorway and hang a Spring wreath.  Keep sidewalks and front porch or landings neatly swept and clean.  If there’s room, place an urn of flowering plants on each side of your doorway.  A clean, pretty entry will help set a positive and inviting tone for the entire showing.

• Add fresh aromas. Open the windows during a nice, cool day and air out your home from any unpleasant or stuffy smells.  Do this weekly or as often as you can to keep things fresh.  Bring in those fresh springtime aromas by lighting light and energetic smelling candles or diffusers. Scents have a profound effect on mood, so freshening things up can change the overall feeling of a space.

• Pack away the plaid. Time to pack away the heavy, winter flannel comforter and pull out crisp linens with light coverlets for color. Try adding Spring floral spreads or colorful solids.

If you would like more information for home selling tips or if you need capable and trustworthy representation, call me today at 281-704-3749..