Staging Your Home for Showings
Staging a house involves preparing it to be shown to potential buyers. The process includes removing clutter and arranging the furniture in an inviting way as well as refreshing the entire home to make it more appealing to buyers.
The are five crucial steps in staging your home. It is important to remember that the strangers that are considering the purchase of a home are going to be critical – and that the first impression is the only impression that you get.
De-personalise the Home
It is a good idea to remove family pictures, knick knacks, trophies, even photos and collectibles and magnets from the refrigerator. The purpose of the removal of these personal items is so that the home will appear to be anonymous. An anonymous house will entice buyers to picture the home as their own – rather than someone else’s.
This will ensure that clutter is kept to a minimum. While staging a home you may use baskets, trunks and other functional pieces assist in hiding these items from potential buyers.
Keep the Home Clean
It is important to ensure that all floors, carpets and furniture be at their best at all times. A clean home is going to be more appealing to buyers than a home that looks unclean.
Lighting
Warm and inviting lighting in the front entrance or even something a unique fixture in the front of the home can make the difference in the sale of the home. Ensure that fluorescent lights are removed or turned off – and light candles wherever possible. Harsh lighting isn’t flattering in the best of the environments.
Curb Appeal
Keep in mind that the curb is the first thing that the buyer sees when being shown the home. It is important to have manicured lawns, a clean appearance and something that draws the buyer in like a unique light fixture or a plant.
Ditch Anything Dated
Many buyers are looking for a modern home. There are ways to create this modern look without breaking the bank using clean lines, color choices and removing any old or dated furniture to the home prior to showing.
There are many professionals that specialize in staging homes – and your real estate agent is the number one person to begin with. The real estate agent is aware of what buyers are looking for and what will deter the sell.
Finishing Touches
From the warm scents to final touches such as having the table set for an inviting meal these effects create a familiarity with the buyer and create thoughts, ideas and dreams for the making of their home in this house.
