Staging That Sells

STAGINGTHATSELLS

Q&AWhyShouldIStageMyHome?

Staging a home is a strategic marketing tool used by sellers to help buyers imagine themselves living in your home and fall in love with their property. Staging is more than just putting a new welcome mat in front of the door and getting new throw pillows - when done correctly it can help a home sell for more money in a shorter amount of time.

83%

of real estate agents said staging made it easier for a buyer to visualize the property as a future home.

40%

of buyers’ agents said that home staging had an effect on most buyers’ view of the home.

Staging makes the listing photos look phenomenal, attracting more buyers into the home

Staging allows buyers to envision themselves living in your home

Staging has been proven to get a higher price in shorter time

Disadvantagesof StagingYourHome

Pros Advantagesof StagingYourHome Cons

Staging can take time to set up and take down after selling

Staging can be costly when hiring a professional stager company

If done poorly, staging may not be in the buyers' taste

StagingSecrets

Make a great first impression. No time or budget to do the entire house? Focus on the entryway and living room. Consider a statement chandelier, a cozy entryway, or a pop of color on the front door

Clarify each room's purpose by dividing large rooms into smaller seating areas Have a space that’s no man ’ s land? Use furniture and household items you have on hand and give it a purpose (office, craft room, guest bedroom, etc.).

Consider the scale, texture, and tone of each room Everything should “fit” and be visually appealing. Translation? Get rid of any unnecessary furniture that's cluttering up the room

Give attention to your great outdoors. Curb appeal it's a thing Buyers will love seeing new landscaping, clean walkways, and bright lighting.

DIYStagingChecklist

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DIYStagingChecklist

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