STAGE, STAGE, STAGE!

STAGE, STAGE, STAGE! When I was first contacted by decorators offering staging services years ago, I was very cynical.  I felt it was just a money making opportunity.  It wasn't until a few years ago while selling my own home that it's value became so clearly evident.  I had been thinking about selling for a few years prior to actually marketing my home so it was relatively easy for me.  Add to the fact that I love to paint and love to shop!  By simply painting my interior with fresh popular colors, decluttering and purchasing a few reasonably priced wall hangings, bowls and cabinet hardward,  I was able to sell my home quickly and for a very good price!  Homeowners who just don't have the knack for home decorating can hire a staging specialist for between $100 and $300 to give them a staging recommendation report.  They can then do the staging themselves or hire the decorator or staging specialist to do the work for them.  Most staging specialists are very cautious to keep expenditures low to maximize the return on the investment.  As always, kitchens and baths are areas to be focused on.  Good news...kitchen replacement costs have gone way down.  I currently have two clients replacing kitchens with granite counters just to sell their homes!  They will pay between $7,000 and $9,000 each.  At that price, they will get their entire investment back and much more!  My advice:  If you are thinking of selling you home, even in the next few YEARS, get in touch with your Realtor now and get their advice and/or the names of local staging specialists.  Visit my website www.duchettehomes.com for more information on staging and my staging offer!  Doreen DuChette 203-980-4601.