Five summer staging tips

Brought to you by – Bill Rawlings and Sherri Conrad, Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty

One of the most popular seasons for home sales, the seller-friendly months of June, July and August bring ample opportunities and fierce competition. Now is not the time to neglect to put in a little extra effort to make a lasting impression— it will help your property stand out and attract the right buyer.

Here are a few ways to garner attention, make your property shine and charm potential buyers who are the perfect fit:

1. Elevate curb appeal.

Summertime is an opportunity to play up a home’s exterior and make it sparkle with color and personality. Vibrant summer flowers and plants do this effortlessly, even on a budget. Give your front door a fresh coat of paint, upgrade your mailbox and house numbers, swap out a worn welcome mat and pressurewash your siding. Keep the area around your front door clean and free of debris.

2. Highlight your outdoor space. Don’t miss the opportunity to highlight highly sought-after outdoor areas like patios and decks. Since many people enjoy relaxing outside, why not leverage the sunshine and fresh air to your advantage? Show off those areas by staging them with stylish accessories, neutral furniture and colorful accents. Make indoor-outdoor areas a place where buyers love to linger. Make sure gardening tools and toys are safely stowed away, trim trees and shrubs and mulch flower beds.

3. Keep indoor temperatures cool. Summer heat can be discouraging, so regulate your AC to maintain a comfortably cool environment indoors and activate ceiling fans to promote air circulation. Your buyers will thank you!

4. Make the most of natural lighting. Natural light is a selling point, so make the most of it! Begin by thoroughly cleaning all windows and screens. Keep blinds and curtains open to create an inviting and spacious atmosphere. Ensure that trees and plants surrounding your property are trimmed back to prevent any obstruction of natural light. Opt for light-colored and lightweight window treatments.

5. Keep visitors refreshed. Cool beverages artfully arranged offer a memorable touch and make your home stand out as a hospitable place!

By implementing these summer home staging tips, you can significantly increase the appeal of your home to potential buyers and increase your chances of a successful sale. If you need assistance staging your home or have any other real estate needs, please contact Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty at 770.442.7300. We would be happy to assist you!

Compiled and edited by Angela Valente, Marketing Copywriter/Copyeditor