Before showing your home to any potential buyer, it's really important to make sure the staging is perfect. Follow these basic tips, and your home will stand out from the crowd
FOR THE INSIDE
Let's add a little breathing space to your home by clearing out any items that aren't needed on the furniture. A good rule of thumb is to aim for groupings of 1, 3, or 5 pieces. This will create a clean and clutter-free environment that allows potential buyers to imagine their own items placed in your home. If it feels like some rooms might be a bit too crowded, don't hesitate to rearrange or even remove some furniture. This will make your home even more attractive to buyers by creating the illusion of more space.
How about we give your kitchen countertops a fresh, clean look? If there are items you haven't used in the past three months, it might be a good idea to store them away! And let's keep the front of your refrigerator clear of any messages, magnets, or photos. This will make your kitchen look more spacious and inviting
Let's make your bathroom a tranquil sanctuary. We can start by decluttering the countertops, bathtub, shower stall, and toilet top. Let's keep only those essential cosmetics, brushes, perfumes, etc., in a neat little group on the counter. How about we choose a color scheme for your towels? Just one or two colors should do the trick!
It's time to give your walls a little love! We can take down, scale back, or rearrange any pictures and objects. If needed, we can also freshen them up with a new coat of paint.
Let's do a little home inspection, going room by room and...
1. Adding a fresh coat of paint to any room that needs a little pick-me-up.
2. Giving your carpets and drapes a good clean if they need it.
3. Ensuring your windows are sparkling clean.
Let's pack and store together! If you find yourself needing some extra room, why not think about renting a storage unit? It could be a helpful solution.
How about we keep some lights on during the day? It will make your home look so much more inviting when it's being shown. Let's make sure ALL the lights and lamps are shining bright!
Let's create a wonderful atmosphere. What do you think about playing some soft FM music each day in the house, especially during viewings? It could really set a pleasant mood.
FOR THE OUTSIDE
Let's take a leisurely stroll around your property, neatly tucking away any trash bins, leftover wood bits, extra construction materials, and such, either in your garage or disposing them off at the landfill, whatever suits best.
Next, let's play detective and inspect your gutters and roof for dry rot and moss. We want them sparkling clean and clear, don't we?
Now, let's give your plants some love. Just like children, they grow so fast, don't they? Let's trim the bushes and trees, and ensure they're not playing hide and seek with your windows. Remember, we can only sell what we can see!
While we're at it, let's bid farewell to any dead plants, pull out weeds from all planted areas, and lay down fresh, new mulch. It's like giving your garden a mini makeover!
Your lawn deserves some TLC too. Regular mows, edging, and fertilizing during the growth period should keep it looking lush and lovely.
Moving on to your patios or decks, let's declutter them of small planters, flower pots, grills, toys and the like. A clean space is a welcoming space!
Finally, let's evaluate your home's paint job, particularly the trim and the front door. First impressions matter, so let's make sure your home's "curb appeal" is absolutely irresistible.
Generally
Try to look at your home through the eyes of a potential buyer, as if you're seeing it for the first time. This can really help you spot what needs to be spruced up or fixed. The time and money you put into these improvements usually means a better return on your investment and a quicker sale. It's like giving your home a little TLC for a great payoff!
One of First Capitol Real Estate’s agents would be happy to do a walk through of your home and help you determine the best way to stage and get your home ready to list for sale. Give us a call 717-779-9933
