Brighten it up. Do you have a sad paint color in any or all rooms? Is the house monochromatic? Consider re-painting rooms according to their purpose, such as using soft neutrals like mild yellows or creams that set off a glow when the sun shines in the dining room. Add an accent wall in the living room by choosing a complementary color such as a calming sage green or a deep red against taupe walls. Whatever you do, make the home welcoming. New clothes. What would happen if you wore the same shirt without washing it every day for a week? It’s time to re-dress the windows and sofas. Updating the window coverings to complement the paint color and re-covering or purchasing new accent sofa pillows that pop can create a quick upgrade to your home. Also, make sure to update your bathroom collection with clean and bright towels and bathmats. Bring it to life. Consider strategically adding a fresh plant or vase of flowers to the different rooms throughout the home. The keyword to keep in mind is strategically. This does not mean adding a floor plant in every corner and putting a vase of flowers on every surface. Also, be smart! You want to be careful to avoid flowers with heavy pollen, such as lilies, to discourage any allergic reactions among potential buyers. Slow things down. Adding lightly-scented candles here and there and lighting them while showing the home will create a calmer atmosphere. Again, be careful to avoid heavy scents that encourage sneezing or instant headaches. Recommended scents are cinnamon, vanilla, pine, and citrus. Play music. Have you ever taken the time to notice the differences in music choices among the stores you visit? A very low background hum of classical music will add a level of sophistication to your home, releasing extra endorphins within the bodies of your potential buyers, and providing them with a sense of wealth as they stroll through the beautifully-arranged
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