Consider staging to help your home perform

Staging your home is all about putting the best foot forward for potential buyers.

To do that, staging a home can mean a few different approaches. It might be selecting just a few of your best items and moving much of the other furniture and furnishings out during the sales period. It definitely means taking all those inspirational magnets and children’s art pieces off of the refrigerator.

Another option can be to move all your possessions out  and using a professional staging service. The pros will use their own furniture and give your home an inviting updated vibe that is likely to appeal to buyers.

Either way, by highlighting its most desirable features, you can draw more interest for your home and leave a lasting impression that is sure to help you sell it more quickly. Here’s what you should keep in mind as you prepare for your next open house or viewing!

Vision

Help buyers visualize the home as their own. Make it easier for buyers to imagine themselves making your house their home by removing personal memorabilia, knick-knacks, and photos. Instead replace them with simple decors, such as paintings, nature images, and plants.

Feel

Think sleek instead of comfy. Modern-day buyers are leaning toward modern, crisp, clean interiors over comfy, homey looks. When staging your home, keep a minimalist mindset, and incorporate bright colors and metal accents.

Cleanse

Deep clean the small spaces. It’s obvious to say you should clean your home before viewing, but don’t forget to cover your bases by deep cleaning the small spots. Take time to scrub porous areas like grout that may hold on to stains and baseboards where small pet hairs and dust love to cling.

Yardwork

Spruce up your landscaping. The first impression your home gives to potential buyers is its exterior. Ensure you have a freshly mowed lawn, neat hedges and shrubbery, bright flowers, and a clean driveway.

Senses

Set the mood. A home is so much more than just the way it looks, so you need to appeal to the other senses. Prior to having potential buyers over, set the mood by burning delicious smelling candles and selecting an upbeat, happy soundtrack to play in the background.