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Professional Staging...Is it necessary?

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Home Inspector with HouseMaster of Lake Norman
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Staging has become a huge buzzword in our industry. Staging is an essential element of selling your home in the soft market we have right now, but do you need to hire a professional? I don't think that is necessarily the case unless your home is a high priced luxury property. I am not trying to alienate stagers!! I simply feel that when you hire a real estate agent to sell your home, basic staging tips should come with that fee! There are so many things you can do to improve your home and most of them are completely free!

  • Paint the walls: nothing brightens up a house better than fresh paint!
  • Get rid of the clutter: extra furniture, family knicknacks and anything bigger than a football.
  • Repair anything broken such as leaky faucets or doorbells.
  • Clean, Clean, Clean!
  • Replace burnt out light bulbs.
  • Make sure there are no odors. Place lemongrass candle in entryway.
Source: Top 5ive Mistakes Sellers Make and Through the Buyer's Eyes

Comments (1)

Karen Gentry>>Charlottesville, Virginia Real Estate Professional
RE/MAX Excellence-Charlottesville VA - Charlottesville, VA

Suzanne - Great tips.  I agree with you.  Many are not in a position to hire some to stage right now.  There are many things people can do to enhance on their own.

Jun 24, 2008 09:35 AM