I just got back from doing a consultation with a Mexican family & currently find myself working on the DIY report I promised to deliver to them by Monday. Besides having them repaint ALL the colorful walls to a more neutral color, I requested the removal of ALL Religious items. They had 2 saints, 4-5 Virgin pictures & 14 Crosses in the home (yes, I counted).
Being Latin, I understand the importance of these items in a home, but when selling your home I believe it should be Staged for the Mass Market. Everyone should be able to see themselves living there & the truth is some people would feel uncomfortable with all the Religious items in this particular home.
Has anyone ever dealt with this situation before? If so, how was it handled?
Will I be offending the homeowners by requested them to remove the items?
I understand this is a very touchy subject, but I believe if the items are left in the home, prospective buyer could be turned away.
Please help ASAP, I want to finish my report tonight & help them sell their house.
Best Regards,
SANDRA MONTEMAYOR ~ ALL IN ONE STAGING Inc. BARTLETT (NORTHWEST SUBURBS), IL
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