As we get into the holiday season, no doubt, it’s a fun time of year, especially when it comes to the endless possibilities of decorating. But as a realtor at Russ Lyon Sotheby’s, you’ll want to tone down your Halloween decorations or you could run the risk of losing potential buyers. You can still put up festive decorations, but keep them more neutral. For example, pumpkins and scarecrows are ok. Here’s what to avoid:
Blood and gore
Stay away from death and zombie scenes if you want to sell your Russ Lyon Sotheby’s home. Dead children raising up from gravestones also doesn’t go over too well with some home buyers.
A blood-spattered front door
Even though you’ve probably already gathered that blood is a no-no, that goes for front doors, as well. At Russ Lyon Sotheby’s, I know many clients are not into gory-looking red paint smeared across a front door with scary messages written in it. In addition to trick-or-treaters, you’ll also be giving potential home buyers a scare, too!
Old pumpkins
While pumpkins are ok to use for decor, as mentioned, be sure to keep fresh looking ones around. No one wants to see (or smell) produce that’s well past its prime. That goes for other perishable decorations such as flowers.
Political statements
Another thing I don’t like Russ Lyon Sotheby’s clients to do is used politically themed decorations for Halloween. It seems like common sense but it could end up offending some potential buyers.
Creepy Clowns
When it comes to terrifying clowns, just don’t do it! This is the stuff nightmares are made out of. And it’s turn-off to Russ Lyon Sotheby’s clients.
Too many decorations
Since decorating can be a lot of fun, it’s easy to overdue it. Remember, the goal is to impress buyers with your house, not with your decorating skills. You want to keep your house decluttered and inviting.