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7 Comments on The Power of Gentle Persuasion
Hi Michele-
I have found that before and after photos with wallpaper and some of the furnishings removed really illustrate the clean look and more usable sq footage. You can also emphasize the breakage factor if there are antiques that should be moved out, or other furnishings. They can protect those precious items by packing them away safely!
Kathy
I couldn't agree more! I think it's the empty nesters getting ready to go smaller or move south! There are sooooo many of those 70's and early 80's houses on the market right now.
Should show some very impressive before and afters!!
Hi Michelle. It truly is the use of gentle persuasion, through photos from your portfolio and pictures of what they have to compete with.
I had a client who loved her raspeberry carpets and almost fell over when I told her that the carpet was out of date. they had a beautiful well maintained home and I just described to them what they were competing against. and what the majority of sellers want - ready to move into and up to date. It worked.
HI Michelle! I emphasize the fact they are moving so let's get started early and pack the collectibles and valuables now and create visual square footage. I try to use words like neutralize and stylish - never outdated or worn. I offer assistance to help them move to storage or their garage. (2 strong, young men resonable fee) If the client feels you are working as a team to help them sell their home quickly they will be more receptive to your plan. Best Wishes-I love challenging projects!!
Cathy Lee, ASP www.cldesignservices.com
Perhaps that is why the staging industry has so taken off in the last couple of years? 70's and 80's go away, and go away quick...AHHHHH staging is the answer.