STAGING YOUR HOME

Enhancing the appearance of a property in order to maximize the marketability which results, ultimately, in a higher sale price, is what every seller NEEDS. As a certified interior designer, I know first hand that home staging has a real impact both on the sale price of a home and on the speed at which it sells.

Staging is an excellent tool that can be used to give a home a little extra push for sellers… the impact it may have and the value it can bring is clear to both home buyers and sellers. Through effective home staging, houses are expertly prepared to appeal to potential buyers in their target market. The goal of staging is to make the potential buyer feel an emotional connection with the home from the moment they enter the front door. This is achieved by strategically making the changes that matter, so buyers fall in love at first sight. Results are a higher selling price and decreased time on the market,  the staging plan might include decluttering, depersonalizing, cosmetic repairs, painting, thorough cleaning, editing, rearranging, and/or rental furniture & decor. Some homes require less than others.

It is pivitol that when a potential buyer walks in, that they feel they have found their new home. Buyers must be able to envision a property as their own, therefore, limiting the amount of personal items that are visible, such as family photos.


Key Home Staging Principles
- Remove personal items
- Declutter
- Use rooms for intended purposes
- Remove evidence of pets
- Turn on all the lights during showings
- Show homes furnished, not empty
- Remove personal photographs
73% of staged homes spend less time on the market
77% of buyers find it easier to visualize a staged home as their own

Costs vary depending on the type of staging service [consultation vs. vacant property staging], the scope of the project (rearrange furniture, de-clutter entire house vs. select rooms), time involved