1. De-personalize.
When I say depersonalize I don’t mean to the point to where the home looks
untouched. You basically want to remove that “lived-in” feeling from your home.
Yes, you want to remove family photos, but no, you don’t have to remove every
single photo! A good idea is to replace family photos with scenic greeting
cards.
2. Less is more.
Seriously. This is my motto! The goal of staging your home should be to
showcase your beautiful HOME not the beautiful items in your home!! If there is
anything that you think could be a possible distraction, take it out! A rule of
thumb for closets and bookshelves is to take out 1/3-1/2 of the items. (A
storage unit is a great option while the home is on the market.)
3. Add living elements.
Fresh flowers and plants are great, inexpensive ways to brighten up any space!
Add fresh flowers to your console table in the entry and an orchid to the
master bathroom. There are so many indoor plants that will make a huge
difference, especially in a small space. Another idea is to add a bowl of
lemons (or any bright fruit) to your kitchen or dining table.
4. Add new throw pillows and
fresh towels.
New throw pillows can instantly transform a living room. Home Goods always has
a great, inexpensive selection too! Change out any worn pillows for new pillows
that compliment the season. Fresh, plush towels are also a must for the
bathroom. Always stick with white. It will instantly give that spa feel!
5. Clean!
While this might not be a “secret”, most people need to be reminded! When I say
clean, I mean scrub!! Have your floors professionally cleaned, touch up any
paint, clean windows, DEEP clean bathrooms and kitchen, etc. Also, make any
necessary repairs to the home. If a buyer sees minor damage that has not been
repaired, they will automatically rethink the condition of the home.
On today's blog are some great ideas for home staging,
if you need additional help contact me! Also take a look at my home staging portfolio page!
Real Estate Staging Service will bring
a fresh look to your home, making it the best it can be. I can creatively
transform your space with your existing furnishings. Service is designed to
create the most favorable first impression to prospective buyers. Remember, the way you live in your home and the way you market & sell your house are two different things. Your home has to become a product. It can be difficult to think of a home as a mere product, but it helps to do this in order to get top dollar and sell it in a reasonable amount of time.
Thanks for stopping by!
Kathleen :)
