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Staging your home is crucial to making a fast and profitable sale. Play up your home’s best features with these staging tips.
- Tidy up
Make a good impression on prospective buyers by making sure the property is spotless. Clear away dried leaves and debris in outdoor areas. See to it that your living space is free of dust and dirt. Scrub tiles to get rid of grime and stains. Wipe the windows and let go of clutter.If you have too many knickknacks and pieces of furniture crowding your home, you can sell them at a garage sale or donate them to charity. If you have a huge collection of memorabilia, you might want to put it in storage until the sale of the home.
- Make repairs
Leaking faucets, burst pipes, and stained ceilings can take away from the beauty of your home. Moreover, buyers will likely use these defects as a bargaining chip to negotiate a lower price.Make minor repairs as needed to make your home more appealing. Replace any fixtures, tiles, or floorboards that have been broken or stained beyond repair. Make sure that knobs, locks, and other hardware are in good working order.
- Maximize curb appeal
You only have a few minutes to make a positive first impression on buyers, so play up the property’s curb appeal. Mow the lawn, fix or replace broken pavers, and give the exterior walls a fresh coat of paint. Place potted plants and flowers on your front lawn to add a burst of color. - Update lighting fixtures
Replace broken bulbs and make sure all your lighting fixtures are energy-efficient. Pendant lights, floor lamps, and lanterns can add character to any room, so choose a few pieces that will contribute to the room’s overall aesthetic and functionality. - Use a neutral palette
It’s generally more advantageous for the seller if the home has universal appeal. You can achieve this by using tasteful décor and a neutral color scheme. If you really want to use bold colors, use them sparingly and keep them limited to an accent wall. - Depersonalize the space
Keep photos, medals, travel souvenirs, and other personal belongings out of sight. Depersonalizing your home makes it easier for prospective buyers to imagine themselves moving in and making it their own. This also keeps your personal belongings safe.
- Air out your home
Open all the windows to air out the rooms. Neutralize strong odors coming from the kitchen, bathroom, and storage area. Light some scented candles or bring in some reed diffusers. Take care not to use a strong and overwhelming scent, however, since some people have sensitive noses.
- Maximize your space
Create the illusion of more space by taking out oversized furniture and arranging the remaining ones in such a way that creates more flow. Keep doors open during open houses, as this can also make your living space look bigger.
Ready to put your home in the market? Our team at Desert Flower Realty can help! Call us at 361-449-2051 or send an email to DesertFlowerRealty@DesertFlowerRealty.com to get started.
