As a seller, one of your main goals is to get your home sold as quickly as possible. Staging is an effective strategy to really “wow” those who tour your home and encourage them to make an offer. Staging helps make an excellent first impression, as your space will look amazing in the listing photos and when buyers come for a viewing. When you stage your house correctly, potential buyers can more easily visualize themselves living there. Not only will this help you sell your house fast, but chances are, you’ll receive an offer higher than the list price.
If you’re interested in selling your home faster and for a higher price on the Doylestown, PA, real estate market, read on for some top tips on staging to help your home stand out against the others.
Start with curb appeal
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As most buyers will view your home for the first time online, they’ll likely notice that one of the first photos showcases the exterior of your home; this first impression is one of the most crucial parts of selling your property. If the grass is too long and the garden is overgrown with weeds, a buyer may not even want to see the interior; that’s how important it is to have good landscaping and an attractive, welcoming front entrance.
Keep the lawn maintained, and trim shrubs and bushes if they’re overgrown. Replace unhealthy plants or flowers with bright-colored annuals. Finish off the garden bed with fresh mulch to keep your plants healthy, complementing the garden design.
When landscaping, look around for small things that are out of place or need repair. Pick up the hose across the driveway, repaint the mailbox, or clean the patio furniture. Place fresh potted plants on the porch and replace the doormat.
Remove seasonal decorations from the doors, windows, and lawn if you show your house around the holidays.
Declutter
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Buyers want to imagine themselves living in your home, but this can be difficult if your personal items are strewn about everything. So, keep your items hidden away as much as possible. Remove all miscellaneous items from your home or place them out of sight. If you can’t find space, put items in boxes and move them out to the garage or rent a storage unit temporarily.
After decluttering, it’s time to add some little details that will make the interior feel cozy. Keep the decor neutral, add potted plants, and replace a few nicely bound books on the shelves you cleared.
Don’t forget to remove family photographs and personal memorabilia, and fill empty wall space with artwork that will match the overall decor without overwhelming the space. Remember, the house is not about you; you want the buyer to feel like your home could be theirs.
Let the light shine in
Natural light is one of the best ways to show off your home’s beauty and make the interior look more spacious. Keep the blinds up, and open the plantation shutters. Buyers want light and space. Remember, they are envisioning themselves living in your house.
If you have rooms without much natural light, keep the lights on, and replace any dim bulbs. Also, consider painting the walls white, brightening the space, and making rooms look more prominent.
The kitchen
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The kitchen is one of the first things a potential buyer will want to inspect closely. It’s an important selling point for your home, so be sure to show off its best attributes. This is another space to declutter entirely. Remove magnets, calendars, and kids’ artwork from the refrigerator and keep small appliances like toasters and air fryers tucked away to maximize counter space.
Replace the bottle of Dawn dish soap beside the sink with a decorative soap bottle. Small potted plants placed strategically on the counter or window is a good idea; just be careful to keep them spread out so they don’t make the space look crowded. Place fresh-cut, colorful flowers in your best vase in the center of your kitchen table for a fresh look and to keep the house smelling good.
If you want to give your kitchen a mini-facelift that won’t take too much time or effort, paint the kitchen cabinets white and update the hardware with attractive handles and knobs to match the kitchen’s overall decor.
Update the kitchen with smart appliances like dishwashers and refrigerators. These appliances have voice command capability and Wi-Fi connectivity. They also make your kitchen look great and increase the value of your home.
The bathroom
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Your bathroom is going to be scrutinized just as much as the kitchen. The magic word here is “clean.” Make sure your bathroom is spotless so the buyer feels like they’ll be the first ones ever to use it. Tuck all personal items away, put the toilet seat down, and clear off all counters.
To give your bathroom a spa-like feel, roll some plush white towels and place them in a large basket next to the bathtub. Install a luxury showerhead, place decorative soap pumps at the sink, and put a large, unscented candle on the counter.
The bedroom
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Make your bedroom look as close to a luxury hotel as possible. Linens should be impeccably clean; fold a fluffy white duvet and place it at the end of the bed. Shutters or blinds should be open to let in as much natural light as possible. The bedroom should be well-lit with every available light switched on if natural light isn't an option. Fresh flowers or a large house plant in the corner will look good as long as it doesn’t take away from the open feeling of the room.
Remove any extra clothes to make the closet look larger. Pick up all shoes and personal items and put them away. Organize your clothes by color and style to make the area more spacious and organized.
Choose an experienced realtor
You want to sell your house fast and expect results when choosing an experienced realtor. Georgi Sensing has been buying and selling properties in the Bucks County area for 30 years and regularly ranks in the top 1% of Bucks County Realtors.
There is fierce competition in the housing market, and your home needs to look its best to sell fast at an optimum price. Georgi Sensing works with staging professionals that will transform your home to get more views online and bring more traffic into your home. You can be sure Georgi knows selling your house is one of the most important decisions you will make, emotionally and financially. She will guide you through the selling process and is always available for all your questions. Contact her today for a hassle-free and lucrative sale.
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