Now that the $8,000 tax credit for
home purchases has expired and
sales have slowed it may be a bit
harder to sell your home.
If you have a house sitting on the market or thinking about listing one your property must be in tip top shape.
It may take an excess of 180 days to get a contract in most metro areas.
That's when its time to bring in help
. Staging is very different than decorating.
A staged home must be attractive, up to date in furnishings but not too
personal. Most homeowners find it challenging to
separate themselves from their home.
Professional
staggers add a trained eye that minimizes a homes flaws and maximizes its best features.
If you live in the
DC metro area and have a special property that's yearning to show it's
wow factor... contact:
redriverinteriors@gmail.com
Here are 10 of my staging
tips to help you get your property sold
faster:
1. Always paint...use a neutral color pallet overall
2. Keep furniture to a minimum...it maximizes room size
3. Stage adjoining rooms as a single space
4. Float the furniture...it opens up the room
5. Upgrade builder grade light fixtures
6. Refresh tiles in kitchens and baths by regrouting
7. Stripe an accent wall to create visual interest in a condo
8. Create a master bedroom that appeals to both men and women
9. Don't forget the backyard...a fence keeps out intruders
10. If the outside isn't appealing they won't come in
3 comments:
Sage advice...especially replacing those bad builder light fixtures!!!
Fay, some of this looks like your house.
Great advice... I am a professional Realtor in the greater Cleveland area.... and you are right... many Sellers cannot "part" with their personal items... I feel I am pretty good at helping them "stage" their homes..still..some just are hard nuts to crack...especially people with pets..for some reason...they just don't get that the cat's litter box out in the open is not going to be appealing to buyers touring their home!!
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