One of the best strategies to maximize the value of your home once it’s on the market is to “stage” it.
Staging a home involves removing most if not all of your furniture and replacing it with pieces that are selected to show off all the attributes of your home.
You can hire a specialist company to do this for you. While you put your belongings in storage or move them to your new home, an expert consultant will select each piece of furniture, plus artwork and rugs, renting them for the duration of your selling campaign. You can also stage your home yourself.
Here are three great approaches to get the best possible price for your home:
Pitch-perfect
Always consider your prospective buyer. Are you going for a professional couple or a family with teenagers? This will influence whether you might include a home office or a kid’s bedroom. Talk to your agent about who your likely buyers might be.
Be sassy, not dull
Playing safe is a good strategy when staging your home, but you can fall into the trap of being boring. Neutral tones become bland, so add splashes of color using rugs, cushions and wall hangings. And maximize the light in the room.
A picture tells 1,000 words
It’s a cliché because it’s true. So, always consider how your staging will look when it’s photographed. Your home must look “A-mazing” when buyers surf the property websites. The best shots have a focal point, such as a fireplace, swimming pool or access to a beautiful garden.