Selling your house can be quite stressful. It is not enough that you are able to find a buyer or talk to a broker who will be in charge of almost everything. There will be a lot of preparation so that you will be able to sell it at the price of your command. It is a fact that the competition nowadays is stiff when it comes to real estate. Especially with the proliferation of vertical housing which offers a lot of amenities and convenience. It is just right to make the necessary preparations so that potential buyers will be impressed with its appearance. At the same time , your home’s future owners will treasure it the way you treasured your house.
Why staging your house matters?
In many instances, homeowners forget that they are actually selling a building, and not their home. Buyers would like to see houses as their new home and not of someone else’s home. This is when staging of the house comes in. The main objective is to create a blank slate where a potential buyer could picture themselves being part of the house. It’s a matter of setting a balance between a total blank tablet and one that feels over-lived. With these, potential buyers may be able to visualize how they can use the rooms. You will also be able to sell the house at a higher price in a shorter period of time.
Of course if you have lived in the house for quite some time, there are some things in the house that need your attention. For instance, repairing or replacing some items that are critical to the appearance and functionality of the house. Doors, for example may have some unwanted spooky sounds that needs to be attended to or some kitchen cabinet knobs that need replacement Whatever they may be, your attention is required so that potential buyers will love and be impressed with your house.
Home staging ideas to successfully sell your house
Here are some smart tips on how to successfully stage your house before selling it:
1. Make it appear contemporary. Remember that the objective is to create a blank slate. Therefore, do not forget clean lines and minimalist. This look of the house has a bigger appeal to many buyers, especially for young professionals. If your house is a bit traditional in style, you can always add some contemporary elements or decorative items by paring down to essential pieces, creating clean lines, and building each room around a central focal point.
2. Consider the different possible functions of the rooms. Put yourself in your buyer’s shoes and think about the different ways on how the rooms can be utilized. For instance, the dining room can be used in another way since your buyer may use the basement as the new dining room. Present the rooms in such way that you are able to provide options to its possible functions.
3. Bring in color with accents. Experts recommend the use of neutral colors and add pops of colors through accents such as pillows, fabric, and art work.
4. Add big, bold statement pieces of art. Do not display personal and family photos if you are going to sell your house. A recognizable portrait canvas print could work in its place. Declutter and help neutralize the space. Add an inexpensive big and bold art piece in each room, like a fantasy canvas print.
5. Downplay flaws and accentuate positive features. If there are some flaws in your house, simply cover it and sell something that is more obvious. For example, the flooring may not be that impressive but you have an awesome built-in cabinets. Cover the floor with rugs and sell the cabinets by focusing on the different ways they can be utilized.
6. Be smart about prepping the outdoor spaces. If you up for it, improve the garden by planting plants and flowers, especially if the season permits it. Buyers will first notice a colorful outdoor. Add furniture pieces to further enhance the appearance of the outdoor space.