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Cost-effective tips for staging a home What you can do to maximize the price you get before going to market Home sellers often ask what can they do to close the deal while maximizing earnings quickly. Staging a home is a cost-eective way to sell the idea of what can be and these easy to implement tips can help you when you are ready to put your house on the market. Neutralizing the home is always in your favor: Osetting your home so that it appeals to the broadest range of potential buyers is critical. Start with a fresh coat of paint for an impressive, yet, economic transformation. Light neutral color palettes will compliment almost any buyer’s style! De-clutter and de-personalize your space: Buyers need to walk through the home and easily envision it as theirs. Family photos, evidence of pets, or even personized accessories can distract your buyers. Keep their eyes on the prize by storing away personal belongings. Updated lighting ďŹ xtures are known to brighten the seller’s proďŹ ts: Making a small investment in contemporary light ďŹ xtures will instantly give the house a modern feel that buyers often ďŹ nd attractive. Changing light bulbs to “daylightâ€? is also highly recommended.
Kitchens and bathrooms can make or break the sale: If the budget allows, its recommended to refresh hardware and upgrading faucets. Go the extra mile by giving showers and tubs a fresh bead of silicone around the edges. These minor ďŹ xes can seriously pay o in a quicker, high-earning, sale. Work with existing furniture, rearrange layouts: Furniture needs to be organized in a clear, open fashion to show each room’s
function while optimizing ow. Too much, too little, or improperly placed furniture impacts the quality of the room’s design and feel. After determining which existing pieces work for each room, rearrange them into groupings that highlight the home’s best features. This, however, doesn’t mean moving furniture up against the wall. Conversation areas around accent tables are warm and inviting. Improve your home’s curb appeal: Companies invest so much into prod-
uct packaging for a reason. Think of your home’s exterior as the packaging that attracts the intended buyer. Establish a welcoming and inviting presentation by mowing the lawn, power wash siding, walkways, and driveways. Take that extra step by repainting the front door and porch as needed. Organize and pack– you’re moving! Now is the time to get started with sorting and packing your belongings. Consider renting a storage unit to stow away excess furniture and other items from your home. Details create the bigger picture: Give your neutral spaces a touch of character by including contemporary accessories and art. Doing so can be as simple as having beautiful accent pillows. It is recommended to update bed linens to white for the master bedroom. If it’s in the budget, use white bedding in the secondary bedrooms, as well. There are very aordable options like “bed in a bag’’ choices that make this tip worth your while. Not only will these tips make the selling experience easier, but it can ensure a fantastic return on investment! Information provided by Leonore Burgos, Advanced Home Staging CertiďŹ ed Professional, www.stagingbyleonore.com
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