How to Stage Your Home for a Successful Sale

Whether or not you use a professional, staging your home for sale can give it more appeal. It is one of the best things you can do to ensure you get a quick offer and the highest resale value. Research suggests that staged homes sell three times faster than non-staged homes. Furthermore, most real estate agents believe that staging can increase a home’s value by up to 10 percent.

What is Home Staging?
 

Staging your home for a successful sale involves preparing the interior and exterior to appeal to potential buyers. Here are some tips for staging your home:

Neutralize the Decor

You may have strong personal preferences for home décor. However, it is best to neutralize the space so that it appeals to a broader range of potential buyers. That may involve painting walls a neutral color, replacing bold artwork with more neutral pieces, and removing overly personal items.

Add Lighting

Good lighting can make a significant difference in the appearance of your home. Consider adding lamps, replacing outdated light fixtures, or adding new light bulbs to brighten the space.

Enhance Curb Appeal

The exterior of your home is the first thing potential buyers will see. So, it is crucial to make an excellent first impression. That may involve sprucing up the landscaping, painting the exterior, or adding a fresh coat of sealant to the driveway.

Stage the Interior

Once you declutter and neutralize the space, it is time to stage the interior of your home. That may involve the following:
 

• Rearranging your furniture to create a more inviting and open layout.

• Adding pops of color with pillows and throws.

• Setting the table with place settings to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Repair and Update

Make any necessary repairs or updates to your home before showing it to potential buyers. Consider fixing leaky faucets, replacing old appliances, or updating outdated fixtures.

Remove Excess Furniture

While leaving enough furniture to make the space feel lived in is good, you want to keep the room manageable. Remove any excess furniture or items taking up unnecessary space. Consider rearranging the remaining furniture to create a more open and inviting layout. That may involve moving furniture away from the walls and grouping pieces together to create a sense of intimacy.

Create Vignettes

Use decorative items like throw pillows, vases, and artwork to create small vignettes throughout your home. These vignettes add character and interest to a space and make it feel more welcoming.

Hide Personal Items

Remove any personal items, such as family photos, from view. Potential buyers want to envision themselves living in the space, and personal items can make it harder for them to do so.

Add Fresh Flowers

A simple touch like fresh flowers can go a long way in making a space feel more welcoming. Consider adding a bouquet to the kitchen or living room to add a touch of color and life to the space.

Open Curtains and Blinds

Let in as much natural light as possible by opening curtains and blinds. That will help make the space feel brighter and more welcoming.

Clean the Exterior

Besides cleaning the interior of your home, give the exterior a good cleaning. That may involve power washing the siding, cleaning windows, and sweeping the porch and walkways.

By following these tips and taking the time to stage your home, you can increase the chances of a successful sale and potentially fetch a higher price for your property.

For more real estate tips, visit Pacific Real Estate Group at our office in Rancho Cucamonga, California. Call 888-452-0974 to schedule an appointment today.