Hello World! Welcome Friends! It’s any seller’s worst nightmare—you put your house up on the market, and it sits there for months. In today’s market, you have little to fear; on average, houses stay on the market for only 38 days. Still, with a little concentrated effort, you can shorten that time even more.
If you’re ready to get your house off the market fast, then you need to know how to stage a home correctly. Follow these home staging tips today!
Depersonalize and Declutter
Potential buyers need to see themselves living in your space—not you. Remove distractions like personal photos, knickknacks, and toiletries. You even need to tuck away clothes and extra blankets.
You also need to make sure every closet, cabinet, and shelf is free of clutter. If your closets are packed to the brim, it may seem like your house doesn’t have enough storage space.
Define Space With Furniture
It’s important to show potential buyers that each room in your house is a usable space. Give each area a defined and focused purpose—for example, don’t just have a “bonus room,” have a “home office” instead. This way, buyers can visualize using every square foot.
To do this right, you need to optimize your furniture. Take your time crafting functional layouts that are open and easy to move through. You may also consider renting furniture, especially if your own is old or mismatched.
If investing in staging furniture isn’t in your budget, you may be able to sell your home as-is right here.
Leave the Lights On
Any guide on how to hold an open house will tell you to make your home warm and inviting—so exactly how do you do that? One way is to make it as bright as possible. Open the blinds to let in natural light, then turn on the interior lights as well, including closet lights.
Bright lights can make a room seem bigger and highlight the best features of every space. Leaving the lights on also keeps buyers from hunting for light switches.
Don’t Forget the Exterior
The interior of your house could be perfect, but if a potential buyer’s first impression doesn’t wow them, then you won’t make the sale. You can ensure you have curb appeal by keeping the front yard well-landscaped and clean. Start by power-washing the siding, then add a pop of color with flowers and tasteful decor.
Make “outdoor living space” a feature of your home by adding patio furniture and accents like a fire pit to your backyard. If you have a pool, make sure it’s crystal clear before each showing or open house.
Learn More about How to Stage a Home
In just a few easy steps, you can make your home ready for a successful showing or open house. Now that you know how to stage a home, implement these tips right away to get your house off the market.
Did this article help you out? You can find more tips on how to sell a home on this blog! Check out the other posts today to find out everything you need to know about selling (or creating!) the perfect dream home.
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