DE-CLUTTER
PURPOSE AND SPACE
NEUTRAL DECOR
CLEAN THOUROUGHLY
CURB APPEAL
STAGING YOUR HOME | 8
HOME STAGING EVERY SELLER SHOULD DO
To sell your home quickly , staging is a must ! But you don ’ t have to spend a fortune to get your house showcase ready . These 5 simple tips can make a huge difference to buyers and may only cost you a can of paint and some elbow grease .
DE-CLUTTER
During a showing home buyers are there to see your house , not your stuff . A cluttered home is a red flag to buyers that storage space is lacking and distracts buyers from actually seeing the home ’ s true space and potential . It is also important to remember that buyers are looking for a house that feels like home to them . Family pictures and other personalized items can make it difficult for buyers to picture the home as being their own .
PURPOSE AND SPACE
When touring your home , potential buyers will be looking primarily at how they will be able to use the space and rooms . Arrange furnishings to reflect how functional a space is . To avoid buyers becoming confused by extra rooms , give each room a clear purpose . For example , place a desk and bookshelf in a room to stage it as a home office . Position furniture to make the traffic flow in a room practical and obvious .
NEUTRAL DECOR
Keep things neutral and simple so the home will appeal to buyers whether they are male or female , a young bachelor or a retired couple . Paint the walls a soft , neutral hue and use simple bed coverings and curtains .
CLEAN THOUROUGHLY
Whether you decide to clean yourself or hire professional help , a clean house is vital . It gives buyers the impression that the home has been well maintained and cared for .
CURB APPEAL
Poor exterior appearance can cause a buyer to immediately become doubtful and incapable of having an open mind . Major landscaping is not always necessary , but the lawn should looked nicely manicured with a fresh mow , trimmed hedges , raked leaves , and swept porches , decks , and walkways .
26 % of home sellers offered a home warranty as an incentive to buyers . 1
Jessa Harden , HUFF Realty | SELLER ’ S GUIDE TO REAL ESTATE