Are you in the process of selling your home? If so, the way you stage your home can make or break a sale. There are a few things to keep in mind when setting up your home for the viewing process.
Focus on the best rooms – If the thought of staging your entire home seems overwhelming or you simply don’t have the time, take a breath and focus on the main rooms that are likely to be deal breakers. Rooms like the living room and bathrooms are heavily examined by most buyers. It’s ideal to stage every room in your home, but if you can’t do this, be strategic and focus on the main areas.
Declutter as much as possible – A cluttered room can be a huge turn off to buyers as it often makes the space seem smaller. Buyers are quick to make a first impression on your home. So clean up and remove excess clutter.
Make your home impersonal -Sounds a bit off? Think of it like this. Your style is highly personal and may not resonate with a potential buyer. When you’re selling your home, it’s not the time to showcase your individual style and taste. It’s a better play to be safe and remove knick knacks, ornaments and other personal items that you normally keep lying around. Buyers want to imagine themselves in your home, personal pictures splashed across the wall may be a deterrent.
Your Home Staging Checklist
- Turn on all the lights.
- Open windows to let in fresh air and let the house breath.
- Open curtains or blinds to let in natural light and show off views.
- Whatever amount of furniture you have in your living room, remove a few pieces to make the room feel spacious.
- Remove family photos, personal collections, and medications.
- Secure valuable items, including cash and jewelry.
- Use bright, coordinated accessories like accent pillows and throw blankets for a chic splash of color.
- Remove those fridge magnets and give the door and handles a good cleaning.
- Scrub dirt, grime, and stains from walls, cabinets, and backsplashes
- Keep all toilet seat lids closed.
- Hang fresh towels.
Home staging doesn’t have to be a costly, time-consuming process—especially if your house is already in good shape. In fact, it can be a lot of fun and an enjoyable part of the selling process. Keep these few tips in mind and ask your realtor any questions you may have.
