Dear Winter,

Listing and showing your property while winterized shouldn't impact potential buyers until it is time for the inspection process to begin. I have sold a handful of winterized properties, and in my experience, the buyer and home inspector will ask for the water to be turned on for a proper inspection. The only risk you run is that you must re-winterize the property if you turn everything on and the deal falls through. Risk vs. reward, in my opinion; if you don't want to deal with the hassle, I would wait until spring/summer to bring your property on the market.