There is this persistent myth that Staging is about fluffing pillows.
The myth leads people to think Stagers do only finishing touches in a decorative vent.
People believe that if their home is professionally decorated, Staging is not needed.
The myth keeps people from tapping into a valuable resource.
By getting a Staging consult you will get an impartial view of your home.
Yes there will be decorative tips involved.
Your Stager will look at colors, furniture placement,accents and traffic flow.
The consult will help you edit furnishings, collectibles and general clutter.
But more importantly your Stager will tell you some home truths that could affect your sale. Things that your relatives, friends and even your Realtor may be uncomfortable about saying.
Your Stager will tell you if:
- the paint colors you chose will narrow your buyer pool
- there are minor repairs necessary
- the door entry set looks shabby
- the windows need washing
- the shingles need replacing
- the eaves troughs need attention
- the driveway and walkway need work
- the shrubs are overgrown
- the flooring needs cleaning/replacing
- the house is cluttered with 'stuff'
- the house smells of pet, damp, spices, sweaty teen
- taps, sinks, counters should be updated
- the lighting fixtures should be changed
You see your Stager is there to help you market your home. Your Stager sees a product with an unemotional eye, not your home.
Once you have the consult you can look at your budget and move forward. If you have to make choices your Stager will help you prioritize the work to be done.
Your Stager can do as much of the work for you as you wish.
Get a plan for preparing your home for sale from top to bottom and move on with your life.
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