Staging and Condition of your Home is one of the top priorities in getting the most in an offer with these market conditions. A quick few areas to consider are the following:
1. Declutter: Less is more, remember you are moving, so get out those boxes and start packing. Consider removing your personal items, photos, etc. Leave just enough to stage and make the room feel very spacious.
2. Remove Furniture: Think about the purpose for the room and be sure to leave just the pieces necessary. For instance, the dining room, could consist of the Dining Table, if enough room a cabinet. Be sure to avoid "multipurpose" rooms.
3. Fireplace: If your fireplace is a focal point in the room, you may need to consider repainting, tiling, and dressing up.
4. Avoid Theme Rooms: While you may have that favorite team or your children's rooms have been personalized. This would be the time to nuetralize to allow all potential buyers to see the space and themselves in it.
5. Keep it Neutral: Just to clarify, neutral is not white. To consider whether you need to paint, consult with an interior designer or your REALTOR, otherwise, neutralizing room and accenting with color pillows, artwork, etc.
6. Clean again: A deep cleaning can go along way. First impressions is not only the look, but the smell. Be sure to take care of any pet odors, consider carpet cleaning, stay away from heavy scents and lean towards vanillas and gingerbread.
These are just a few things that you can do to add to the salability to your home. If you would like a full list, please email us at brokerduo@kw.com for "Preparing Your Home for Sale" document.
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