Home staging
is simply depersonalizing a home and making it look its absolute best by arranging furniture and décor with the intention of highlighting its features to help potential buyers imagine themselves in it. Putting time and effort into home staging can yield positive results. It makes it easier for buyers to visualize the property as their own and could increase the value of the home as well as greatly decrease the total amount of time it is on the market.
With that in mind, my top tips for home staging regardless of whether you decide to DIY or hire a professional to stage the home are…
Give the house Some charm and character
without a personalized feel and focus on rooms that have greater potential to influence buyer’s decisions.
Use a neutral pallete
because it is safe and provides a blank canvas for those that love color to visualize what they can do with the space and for the those that love the neutrals to admire it as it is and not be distracted.
AVOID CLUTTER
Use basic furniture and décor. This helps potential buyers visualize their own furniture and fittings in the space.
Don’t neglect the home’s exterior
which usually makes the first impression. Whether it is the main entrance or the small garden in front of the house, ensure it is clean and tidy.
CLEAN! CLEAN! CLEAN!
Have professionals do a thorough cleaning of the home. You’d be surprised at the spots potential buyers notice! Save yourself the shame😊