Home Staging Tips…Fresh Eyes

Having someone else look at a home and be brutally honest is a great idea. However, many sellers don't really want to hear what we have to say. Kudos to the couple you mentioned for being open to feedback!

People don't notice the aging of their stuff. Before we went on a consultation, I asked the homeowner if anything had been updated. She told me yes...the linoleum floor was redone 20 years ago!

Good morning Kathy. Fresh eyes are better eyes. We get comfortable and overlook things. Enjoy your day.

Good morning Kathy,

You know I'm a firm believer in staging and have a very favorite that I always recommend! The fresh eyes make all the difference. Brian comes in and visuals the vibe the home needs and creates it! He always knocks me over with how he makes a house come alive!

Hello Kathy - the right mindset matters.  Shifting from the perspective of a homeowner to one of a house for sale can be a significant first move.  

So true, Kathy. Some of my home stagers tell me I don't really need them as I've already told my clients everything they would. But when I list my own homes, I still call one of my stagers to give me a second opinion.

I walked into a home listing appointment earlier this week. The home was a mess with TONS of clutter. I did my usual walk through then quickly told them you have a clutter issue and you need to box up at least 75% of the stuff you have. They simply have walked around it for 5 years. I asked them do you want to make a quick 20k...get rid of this stuff.

Thank you very much, Kathy, for sharing your experience and advice.

Have a great day!

Hi Kathy,
You are so right. Fresh eyes on how to make a space look the most appealing is very beneficial when it comes to getting top dollar when selling.

You always have the best staging tips!  When I want to know something about staging, this is where I come!

Kathy I try not to look in the mirror because what looks back is very scary.  🤪

Hi Kathy:

This is such wise advice as some homeowners seem to be unaware of the issues that need to be addressed when selling, having lived with them, or perhaps don't think those noticeable defects are a potential problem with the buying public. Fresh eyes can make such a difference in bringing those issues to the attention of the sellers, and the same is true of too much personal stuff!

Jeff

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Fresh eyes and a fresh nose are so important when listing also.  Sometimes owners are nose blind and don't realize their home smells like pets or even musty.  Great blog as always, thanks for sharing!

Looking at their homes through fresh eyes, is good advice for sellers, Kathy.  

CONGRATULATIONS Kathy, on having this blog FEATURED in the Old Farts Clubgroup!  

Fresh eyes is a great way of presenting just how important staging is for home sellers, especially those who haven't changed anything for awhile. We've been staging homes from the very beginning as design was what I did before deciding to be an agent. It was amazing how simple it was to show sellers what they could do to improve the look of their home and realize a bigger ROI.  Fresh eyes!  And for sure when/if we sell I'd love to have somebody else stage my home.  Although my staging friends tell me I'm always 'staging' my home.  You know how that is Kathy!!!   Change is a good thing!

It’s a great post. Thank you for sharing!

Have a super fantastic week!

Joe Jackson, Realtor-KWCP