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When you are trying to sell your home, you want it to look its best. The more appealing your home is to potential buyers, the faster it will sell and the higher your profits will be. One of the best ways to enhance the appeal of your home is through "staging," which is a marketing tactic that involves optimizing the appearance of your home for potential buyers. To stage your home properly, follow the tips below.
As the owner of your home, you have preconceived notions about its value, as well as an emotional connection to the property. As you prepare to stage your home, try to look at the property through fresh eyes. Look for any issues that need to be fixed, as well as the features that could be enhanced to increase appeal.
One of the aspects of any home that draws in potential buyers is spaciousness. If necessary, rearrange your furniture to add a feeling of space to your home. You can also add space by removing non-essential furniture. For example, if you have an extendable dining room table, consider removing the leaf and extra chairs.
Another way to add space to your home and improve its overall appeal is to eliminate unnecessary clutter. This may involve removing unneeded appliances from kitchen countertops, storing your children's toys out of sight or even taking down some of your decorative wall hangings.
When a potential buyer enters your home, you want the individual to be able to picture themselves as the home's new owner. To make it easier for buyers to imagine themselves purchasing your home, remove any identifying decor from the house. Examples include family pictures or wall hangings that include your name.
The view of your home from the curb is the first thing all potential buyers will see. Make a good initial impression by enhancing your home's curb appeal. If your landscaping needs work, take the time to spruce it up before you begin showing the home to potential buyers. Keep your lawn trimmed at all times, and don't allow the yard to become cluttered with outdoor toys or other belongings. Ask your real estate agent if he or she has any other specific tips for improving your home's curb appeal.
Finding a buyer for your home can take time, but proper staging always speeds up the process. Follow the tips above to improve the appeal of your home and ensure a quick, lucrative sale.
With over 18 years of experience, Jessica is licensed New Hampshire and Massachusetts. A proud member of the National Association of Realtors, Jessica values the highest code of ethics and standards expected of her. As a seller’s agent, she uses the most current market information to properly value the property. In addition, with her experience she is able to assist sellers on the best ways to improve homes so they can solicit the highest offers. Jessica works with a cutting edge marketing & social networking firm to obtain the maximum exposure for all of her listings. Known for her negotiating skills, she has a passion for working with buyers providing knowledge of what to expect & peace of mind throughout the process. In addition to what Jessica provides as a buyers agent, she works closely with a team of experts so it’s a “one stop shop” for all her buyers. In addition to her real estate career, Jessica is also a licensed loan originator in N.H. Combined with her expertise in both real estate, mortgages and finance, Jessica has a full understanding on the home buying and selling process. In today's real estate market it is so important for sellers and buyers to work with an agent who has great skill set and experience.