Staging the Perfect Home for ReSell...


          

           

Depersonalize the home...besure to remove family photos, awards, posters ect. the potential buyer is looking at the property other wise they tend to become more involved in paying attention to family items and collections. Vacation photos become a hugh distraction.
Clear High traffic areas...Crowded hallways, entry foryers, small rooms tend to become over-crowded with out realizing when you live in the space everyday. Take away a few pieces of large furnishes or clutter to give the space a more open feel.
Highlight key item features...pick the most outstanding feature in each room of your home. Then make sure that feature stands out in a good way. Remove clutter, plants, belongings, from around the area to add to the features. Example: a clean fireplace or wood feature...
Missing a Bed?Purchase an inflatable mattress and create a cheaper alterative by dressing it in full bed accessories...
Windows & Lighting...Clean windows and remove screens to allow for more natural light...
Modernize fixtures....Rememeber glass and brass are things of the past...Replace old fixtures such as lights and hardware with brush nickle, crome or stainless steel to add a new modern feel...

  • Your front door adds to thefirst impression - be sure it is clean, repainted if necessary.
  • Wash windows and window coverings.
  • If any staging or painting is needed (especially in the kitchen), do it now!Twenty dollars worth of paint will make a much larger difference in an offer.
  • Bathrooms help sell homes. Make this room stand out.
  • Lighting is like a welcome sign. Replace bulbs and turn on the lights.
  • Wash dishes, make beds, put away clothes and clean up.
  • Keep pets out of the way during showings.
  • Leave the showing to the Agent. The Agent knows the buyers requirements and can will emphasize the features of your home. If possible, leave the house during a showing.
  • Dont discuss anything about the home with a potential customer. Let your agent discuss price, terms, possession and other items concerning the sale. As your agent I would be qualified to bring negotiations to a favorable conclusion.
  • Never apologize for appearance, it either distracts or accentuates the problem.
  • Pack away valueables, store extra furniture, knick-knacks, guns and medicines.

Stand back and look at your home objectively. As though you are seeing it for the first time, through a buyers eyes. Call or email me for recommendations on how to stage your home for presentation to prospective buyers. That is part of my expertise. I will be happy to walk through your home with you and help you "set the stage" for results.

Remember, my goal is to help you sell your home for the most amount of mone and in the shortest period of time, with the least amount of inconvenience to you the seller

 The concept of "Staging a Home for Resell", has become more and more popular over the recent years. And one big misconception is that the process has to be pricey. When generally speaking any average person should be able to use simply these simply tips to assist in bring happy potential buyers and offers to the table. On an average rule of thumb the cost of staging a home for resell is generally less than the average first price reduction on a home on the market.

Staging is really just ensuring the property makes a memerable first impression. And by memerable I mean an,"outstanding good rememerbable impression". First impressions are what drives everyones conception, and you have always heard you get one attempt to make a first and lasting impression.

Simple weekend projects can increase your chances of getting a higher offer and closing a deal. A can of fresh paint brightens and freshens any dull space. Clean windows, allowing in lots of light and opening the home to nature adds to the charm. Clutter free carports/garages increase the areas size. To the left are a few tips for you to use when walking through your space and begining your home staging process.


Heart of the Home...
Today the Kitchen is the heart of the Home...open floor plans allow for the family to relax and spend more time together. Buyers are paying great attention to this room now days when purchasing a home. As a seller, pay special attention to this room when planning to list your home on the market. Is the Kitchen 100% clean, add a fresh coat of paint, how warn are the floors, can you remove a wall or inlarge an opening? Kitchen renovations will tend to pay back!
79% of Buyers said the wouldn't mind paying top dollar for a renovated kitchen.


Did You Know???
53% of buyers found strong oders such as pet and smoke oder to be more discouarging than clutter or dirty living spaces...
40% of men were more willing to pay premium for updated decor than the 30% of women...over all 30% of buyer said they wouldn't mind paying for a more updated home.



First impressions are always lasting impressions. It is vital that prospective buyers form a good opinion of your home from the time they drive up. Homes that convey pride of ownership often sell more quickly and frequently receive the best offers. I have provided this helpful checklist as a tool for sellers to ensure their homes first impression is a lasting one!

Landscaping  & Grounds

Lawn__________________________

Hedges / flowerbeds_______________

Fences / gates____________________

Walks / driveway_________________

Exterior of Home

Paint__________________________

Porches/decks__________________

Siding_________________________

Front door_____________________

Roof / gutters___________________

Interior Entry, Living room, Dining
room

Floors / carpeting________________

Walls / ceilings__________________

Fireplace_____________________

Window coverings_______________

Furniture arrangement____________

Kitchen Issues

Flooring______________________

Walls / ceiling__________________

Cabinets_____________________

Countertops__________________

Appliances___________________

Sink / faucet___________________

Bathroom Issues

Tub / shower_________________

Sink / faucet__________________

Vanity______________________

Toilet 

__________________________

Floor_______________________

Walls / ceiling_________________

Bedrooms Issues

Floor / carpeting_______________

Walls / ceiling_________________

Window coverings_____________

Closets_____________________

Furniture arrangement__________

Basement Issues

Stairway / Handrails_____________

Floor_______________________

Storage areas_________________

Finished area_________________

Garage Issues

Door / opener_________________

Storage_____________________

Floor_______________________

General Issues

Windows___________________

Doors______________________

Lights_______________________

Cleanliness__________________

Odors_____________________

Access___________________