I was just chatting with a neighbor's daughter. She wanted to know if it was still a good idea to Stage a home in a hot market. She felt that if the 'inventory' was low, buyers would have to buy anyway.
My answer was that even in a 'hot market' with low inventory, buyers would still prefer a home in 'move-in' condition.
Staging is done to help the home appeal to as many types of buyers as possible. 
The more buyers interested in a home the better the chances of multiple offers. After all, multiple offers is how the seller can end up getting more than asking. Wider appeal can also mean less time on the market.
Your home still has to compete with the other homes on the market.
Staging covers more than decor. A consult also deals with updates and repairs.Red flag issues still stand out warning buyers to think twice.
Buyers still want the house that gives them the most for their money.
So, yes, Staging is always a good idea when you are putting your home on the market.
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