3 Tips on Staging Your Home to Sell
Home staging is a very important part of selling your home. Good staging can help your home sell faster, and for more money on average than an empty house. There are plenty of professionals who specialize in home staging that can help you in this endeavor. A professional home stager can either come in and stage your house using your existing furniture, or they can fill your space with their own pieces that they will remove once the house sells. This process is important for real estate listing photos, open houses, and personal home tours. All of that being said, sometimes, hiring a professional just isn’t in the cards. Whether it’s a budget issue, or a time restraint, there are still ways to stage your home yourself that will ensure that your home still gives the best first impression possible to your potential buyers.
De-Clutter: The very first step to successfully staging your home is to make it tidy! Now is not the time to bring out all of your grandmother’s knick-knacks and every candle that you’ve ever owned. Consider putting anything non-essential into storage bins or even a separate storage space while showing your home.
De-Personalize: Once everything is picked up, it’s time to make your home into a bit of a blank canvas. You want any potential buyers to be able to easily imagine themselves in your home. In order to build that emotional connection, a buyer needs to be able to picture themselves in the space. Remove personal items such as family photos, notes, and personal gifts. Try to keep decor neutral — not too ornate, not too bland — and aim for calm, clean, and simple.
Curb Appeal: Speaking of first impressions, let’s talk curb appeal! It’s the very first thing people see when they pull up to your home. Make sure that your walkway to your front door is clear and unobstructed. Take a moment to cut the lawn, pull weeds, and trim up any unruly plants. Make sure your windows are clean, your outdoor lights are working, and make sure your house number is easily visible.
Staging your home can make or break the success of the sale. Don’t miss these easy ways to boost your home’s appeal to potential buyers. If you want to see more selling tips, you can find them HERE. Or, visit our Instagram page for real estate tips, cute dog content, and updates on current listings in the Central Oregon area.
