Ready, Set, STAGE!
Do's & Don'ts To Help You Stage Your Home Like A Pro
Home staging can make or break the process of selling your house at the Lake of the Ozarks. Staging is the task - or perhaps more accurately, the art - of displaying your home in such a way that it becomes appealing to a wide range of potential buyers. In order to sell your home quickly, properly staging your home is a must. Staging should happen before you ever put your home on the market, and even before you take listing photos. By the time you photograph and begin to show your home, it should be in ideal condition for any buyer.
As an experienced Lake of the Ozarks real estate agent, I have seen several homes that were excellently staged. I have also seen several homes that were not. Time and again, the homes with effective staging sell more quickly than the homes without. If you are planning to sell your home at the Lake of the Ozarks in the near future, here are a few do's and don'ts to help you master the staging process.
To Stage Your Home Successfully, DO...
Home staging can make or break the process of selling your house at the Lake of the Ozarks. Staging is the task - or perhaps more accurately, the art - of displaying your home in such a way that it becomes appealing to a wide range of potential buyers. In order to sell your home quickly, properly staging your home is a must. Staging should happen before you ever put your home on the market, and even before you take listing photos. By the time you photograph and begin to show your home, it should be in ideal condition for any buyer.
As an experienced Lake of the Ozarks real estate agent, I have seen several homes that were excellently staged. I have also seen several homes that were not. Time and again, the homes with effective staging sell more quickly than the homes without. If you are planning to sell your home at the Lake of the Ozarks in the near future, here are a few do's and don'ts to help you master the staging process.
To Stage Your Home Successfully, DO...
- Deep clean your home.
- Repaint your walls and decorate with soft, neutral tones.
- Get rid of clutter.
- Use eco-friendly options for any upgrades.
- Turn an unused room into a home office, workout room, or reading nook.
- Remove half the items from your closets to make them seem bigger.
- Arrange furniture in comfortable groupings.
- Replace all the light bulbs.
- Spruce up your curb appeal.
- Keep fresh flowers or fruit on the kitchen table and countertops.
- Accent furniture with bright pillows or throws.
- Address any necessary repairs.
- Upgrade bathroom fixtures.
- Give every space a purpose.
- Replace large furniture pieces with smaller ones that take up less space.
To Stage Your Home Successfully, DON'T...
- Reveal any evidence that pets lived in the home.
- Decorate with personal items, such as family photos or your children's artwork.
- Use strong air fresheners or other scents.
- Play music during home showings.
- Stop in the middle of a home improvement DIY project.
- Forget to dedicate some attention to dressing up the yard.
- Shove all miscellaneous items in the closets or garage.
- Ignore any major needs for repairs.
- Feel compelled to stage every room - simply cleaning and decluttering will go a long way.
- Be afraid to ask for help.
You don't have to do every single one of these staging tips, but they each offer their unique advantage. Your best bet will be to mix and match the strategies that will work for your home and your budget.
Contact Me For Help Selling Your Home!
These staging tips will help you get off to a great start, but they can't help you sell a home by themselves. In order to effectively and efficiently sell your property, you'll need the help of an experienced REALTOR® at the Lake of the Ozarks. I have been helping clients buy and sell homes at the Lake for ten years, and I am truly grateful to get to help my clients through such an exciting time in their lives.
If you are looking for an agent to help you sell or buy a house in Osage Beach MO (or any of the surrounding areas), I hope you'll keep me in mind! I would be honored to help you in any way I can. Visit my website to learn more about what I can offer: www.DanSellsTheLake.com
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