The way you sell your house and live in the house should be completely different. Before they put their house on the market, sellers have to maximize the value of their home. As such, preparing a home for sale is one of the most essential things that has to be done before going on the market. Here are some of the most common mistakes you should avoid when staging a house.
Listing Your Home Before It’s Ready
Buyers today generally look for homes in good condition and are ready for moving in. Listing your home before preparation can result in lower offers than originally listed and a lower buyer traffic. Take your time to maintain the upkeep of the home as advised by your stager or your real estate agent.
Starting Without Proper Planning
One of the most common mistakes is not choosing to work with a professional stager. Without a professional, many homeowners don’t have adequate planning to stage their homes when preparing for a sale. These professional stagers can help look at your home holistically and address any potential hiccups that can deter a buyer.
Neglecting Home Improvements
Many times, the areas that need more attention and are easily fixed should be taken care of. This allows you to take clearer pictures of your home and show any potential buyer that your home is in tiptop condition. Some common mistakes include not updating the light fixtures, wall or cabinet paint colors. Putting on a fresh coat of paint can easily help add onto the value of your property compared to its cost.
Not Using Professional Photos
Having pictures of your staged home shot professionally is equally important as physically showing your staged home to prospective buyers. Professional photos are typically clearer and can properly highlight the features of the home.
Assuming Cleaning is Similar to Staging
Many homeowners have the misconception that cleaning is equivalent to staging and they aren’t. Staging involves merchandising your home to attract buyers, focusing on certain features and minimizing the flaws of the home. This allows the buyer a glimpse into what living in the home might be if they were to buy it.
Not Replacing or Removing Dated Décor
Date décor like old light fixtures, furniture, wallpaper borders, sponged painted walls from many decades ago won’t help to appeal to potential buyers. Remove all your dated border and wallpaper. Instead, add a fresh coating of paint in a neutral color to make your home look fresher and newer.
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