Getting a home ready to sell is a process. But how do you tell when it is really ready? The basic wisdom is that the stuff (many call it clutter) must be put away. Pack away what you don't need. Clean it up!
This living room is plainly not ready to be shown to buyers!
Most people know this much, and do it to the best of their ability. Others, however, keep going. They put away the family pictures. Some clear off the shelves completely, though others choose to leave the books and accessories, but tidy them up. Many sellers and realtors consider the home ready at this point, and the house goes on the market. The MLS is full of homes that are at this point of readiness. They look nice. They look like people live there. But is that what sells houses?
More and more, home sellers are choosing not to stop here. Instead, they are bringing in professional home stagers to help them make the house stand out from its competition. Professional stagers know what buyers are looking for, and they know how to bring out the best in the home. They rearrange furniture to use the space better. Most importantly, they make changes that help buyers picture themselves in the home, instead of seeing the owner's personal tastes and interests.
Now it is ready to show!
If you are selling a home in the Orlando, Florida area, call Gloria Home Staging, Inc. We'll be glad to help you!
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