Staging a Home for Showings

When getting a house ready to sell or rent, it is of the utmost importance to portray the home in the best possible light. This goes beyond making sure it is clean and clutter free. The best plan is to stage the house. The National Association of Realtors ® says that staging a home helps potential buyers better visualize living there. Staging can also increase the perceived value of the home.

Here are some tips for staging your home:

• • Boost curb appeal by clearing any plant debris and adding fresh plants
    • The first thing potential buyers will see at the open house is the exterior so it should be clean and inviting.

• • Find a balance between clean and lived in
    • All clutter should be organized and put away but the house shouldn’t look empty. A decorative vase on the table, accent pillows, or bowl of fruit all help the home look more appealing and feel like a “real” home rather than something out of a magazine.

• • Set up the living area as a feature to draw people in
    • People spend a lot of time in the living room; they want it to be comfortable, spacious, and designed for entertaining. Play up those features during the open house

• • Bring attention to features of the home
    • Use focal pieces such as larger hanging artwork or mirrors, an accent wall, or a colorful rug to highlight your home’s uniqueness
  • Show off the lifestyle of the neighborhood
    • Give potential buyers and renters an idea of what the neighborhood and community will be like

To learn about listing your home with Caron B Realty and the premier staging services we offer, call us at (808) 593-9826 or email us at concierge@caronb.com