Most home sellers want a quick sale and the highest price possible. This is true for many that are retiring and want to downsize or a low maintenance way of living. For this to occur, both the exterior and interior of the home, must appeal to buyers.
Staging a home for sale, is not limited to the rearrangement of nice furniture and decorations.
While these factors could be appealing, there are other elements to consider, prior to placing a home on the market. The following home improvement recommendations are of extreme importance:
1. Eliminate clutter
2. Clean the home thoroughly
3. Clean carpet and remove all stains
4. Remove pets during showings
5. Complete minor repairs
6. Depersonalize
7. Enhance the appearance of home exterior
8. Paint as needed
9. Display photos of the home that have a good resolution
Areas most important to buyers are the kitchen and bathroom; however, the appearance of the living room and master bedroom, should also be enhanced. These factors make it easier for a buyer to imagine themselves living in the home and will be inclined to make that highly desired full price offer. Are the costs and effort of home staging worth it? Absolutely!
Source: SRES Newsletter (August 2017) www.elchomes.com