Many of you have probably heard of staging by now. Some may know a great deal about it, and some of you may think home owners are hosting a broadway show of some sort to sell their home. If you are thinking of selling your home, one of the best moves you can make(besides calling me) is staging your home.
Staging isn't done because your taste is awful or your current decor is horrible. It is simply done so that your home may appeal to as many buyers out there as possible as opposed to only a handful who may share the same taste as you. You don't need a whole lot of money to make a big impression. Sometimes the largest impact will be the little things you do.
Here's a few of the basics to get you started:
CLEAN and Clean some more:
A spotless house will make buyers aware that you your home is well maintained. Dust everywhere, clean the carpets, don't miss the over looked spots like your window sills. If cleaning isn't your forte, perhaps call in a cleaning company to do a big clean.
Freshen up the place:
Minimize the odors in your home. Open up your windows 20-25mins a day to get some fresh air in there. Be sure to take out all garbages frequently. Keep your laundry room fresh and dry by keeping the washer door open at all times after washes. Try to avoid cooking greasy or abrasie smelling foods prior to having potential buyers in the home. Also, be wary of the air freshners that you use as some people don't like some smells as much as you do.
Paint:
Not a bad idea to throw up a fresh coat of paint. Gives your place that "New Home Smell". Remember to stick with neutral colours.
DE-CLUTTER:
Probably one of the most important and overlooked aspect of preparing ones home for sale. Be rid of all of the little knicknacks, the trophies, pictures of family, and well just about everything that makes it YOUR home. People want to buy THEIR home and not yours. All of the little things will cause distractions to buyers and not have them focused on all of the great features your home has to offer them. Organize all rooms and closets to appear as large as possible and clear counters and cupboards wherever you can.
Brighten the mood:
Keep the window blinds open wherever possible to allow as much natural light in the home as possible. Have nice bright bulbs in your light fixtures and leave as many lights on as possible before showings. No one wants to buy a dark, depressing home.
Well hopefully all of these little tidbits of advice help a bit. Feel free to give these things a whirl, and then call me when you are all done and lets sell that home for top dollar, in a very short time period and get you into that new dream home of yours!
