Home Staging Tips
8 Home Staging Tips:
1 –Just because you love it does not mean that everyone else will: Ensure your property appeals to a broad market of buyers. In other words, keep it neutral. Bright or dark colors may be too much for buyers to get past. See what your competition is doing and do it better.
2 –Edit your storage places: Buyers may poke around, opening kitchen and bathroom cabinets and closets spaces. Spend some time organizing/clearing those areas because a cramped space can send the message to buyers that there is a lack of storage. A good goal is to remove 70% of your stuff so buyers can see the space & potential while keeping it comfortably staged with a few essential pieces.
3 –Scale and size of furniture for Balance: Bigger is not always better. Be sure that items such as tvs, furniture, plants and other decor pieces are in proportion with the room. You are selling the house & space. Even if the rooms look somewhat empty, that is better than over stuffed rooms. Store your larger pieces or ask friends/family to see if they have some storage space to use.
4 — Clean, clean, clean: This means something different to everyone so keep your home & yard on a regular cleaning schedule – if you have to contact professional services to help you out – do it. It will be worth the extra cost. Be sure your home is in ‘showing condition’ at all times for showing random drop-in buyer/s. Keep personal and valuable items out of the picture.
5 — Pets: Some buyers may be allergic and/or are immediately turned off by signs of animals Keep pet hair to a minimum by vacuuming everyday, crating your furry friends or keeping them with friends or sitters while home is up for sale.
6 — Details: Don't hide flaws. Either repair them before going to market or have the price reflect that there is work to be done. It is tough to justify selling for top dollar when property is not in top condition. Two small and easy details: Keep the toilet seats down~ it matters. Open up those blinds and maximize natural light!
7 — Upgrade periodically: Change up your light fixtures, hardware, taps, fans, faucets and drapery. You will likely get a better reaction from buyers plus it shows that the house has been maintained and cared for. Buyers are more likely to pay more for a property that has already been updated. Not sure where to update or what to do? This is where your real estate agent can really come into play. Note – opt for a style that works with different decor styles.
8 — Don’t rush: Prepare yourself & home for the market in advance. Get the little jobs done and listen to your realtor and/or home stager to help you get top dollar. An incomplete house is exactly that and buyers will not respond in a positive way. Take time to finish up incomplete projects and tackle the to-do list. Whether it is a good time to sell or not, have a game plan and strategy for your sale.
The psychology behind home staging:
A lot of effort goes into buying a home. Buyers look at countless home listings and make split-second decisions to move on or to save that home to visit. For your home to stand out, it has to feel like home to a potential buyer. Home staging is art as well as a science. A prospective buyer should be able to visualize how he or she would personalize their new home, so the stage you set should be neutral yet feel personal. Visualization is a key concept in home staging. If buyers can see themselves living there, they will develop a personal connection to the home and will feel good about investing in it. If the house is empty, it may be time to review staging options to enhance your homes appeal.
If you are ready to list and sell your house and would like me to be your agent, you will be given the following:
1. Review of profit goals and in depth research of property and comparisons; in doing so, you will be able to set a profitable and realistic listing price.
2. Next, we will do a complete walk through of the property and you will be given staging advice on how to maximize your homes best features and furnishing placements.
3. We will plan a timeline for photography & video for print and online marketing. You will be ready with a detailed game plan including all of the steps of the sale of your home from beginning to end.
Call me if you want to get the best price for your home with the least amount of stress. Cheers!
Shannon Katz, Realtor. c.970-366-7644.
e. shannon.katz@c21circle.com. website. shannonkatz.c21.com
Personal Statement: My real estate abilities are based on good communications, research, staging, photography & marketing, experience, fluid team work, mutual respect and realistic expectations.
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