6 Simple Do-It-Yourself Home Staging Tips

Potential home buyers make their decision to purchase your home within the first 30 seconds of entering the property. First impression is the key to selling your home fast and for the best price.

Follow these simple home staging tips and you will have better success at making a quick sale!

De-clutter, clean, and organize all rooms in the house

This is the very first step in staging your home. Get rid of or pack up anything you won't need to use right away. Clean your drawers and cabinets (potential buyers will open them up to look inside and check storage space). Get rid of any personal or unusual items and belongings. Make your home a blank canvas that a potential buyer can imagine living in with their own possessions.

Address any and all repairs that need attention

Check your house inside and out for cracks, paint chips, mold or anything that may need repair. Invest the time and money into fixing these small things and it will make a huge difference in the value of your home. Don't neglect to check for leaky faucets, squeaky doors, and burnt-out light bulbs. You may even want to consider repainting your walls with neutral colors so that they appear fresh and clean.

Update the style

Go for a style that most buyers would like. Keep furnishings that appear homey yet classy to give the buyer a feeling of comfort when they step inside your home. Keep your color theme neutral and add punches of color with accessories or bright furniture.

Stage like the Pro’s

Staging tips like downsizing your furnishings to make your rooms appear larger, can make a big impact on a potential buyer. Use furniture that is more compact in smaller areas to give the appearance of more space. Mirrors are also a great tool to help rooms appear larger. Place a mirror across from a window to help brighten the room with natural light.

Details, details, details

Set the table. It's easy to do and has a big impact. Light clean- or non-scented candles, place plush towels and fancy soap in the bathrooms, a breakfast tray on the bed, and a pretty book on the coffee table. These small details can make a world of difference to the buyer.

Advertise the highlights

Use accessories that illustrate the high points of a room when staging. Gourmet cook books in the kitchen give the buyer the impression that the kitchen is built for the serious cook. Spa products and plush towels in the master bath allow the buyer to imagine a relaxing soak in the Jacuzzi tub! Creatively advertise and draw attention to the best parts of the house.

Staging your home can seem like a lot of work, but with these creative tips, you are sure to see results. If you have other suggestions or looking for a home staging consultation, let us know!