Preparing Your Property
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Millennials are buying up Baby Boomer homes! For whatever reason, these homes (at one time) did not get a lot of attention to storage space when they were originally built. Today, storage and space is a desired feature (for many Millennial Buyers). That is why it is super crucial you find a Realtor that understands this desired feature and knows how to help you create or rediscover spaces in your home. Showcasing your home as spacious (and storage friendly) will have today's Buyers quickly fall in love and offer top dollar.
One of the great challenges to selling a home can be showing all of its space, decor and natural light potential. For example, every home has crowded closets and dead space. Sellers should be aware that areas such as these are easy to spruce-up with a little elbow grease and old-fashioned innovation.
Begin by evaluating your closet/storage space, determine which areas can cut-down in clutter. Go through old clothes, shoes, etc., and get rid of anything that will not be used and in turn create more space. Consider organizing shelves and other areas to make better use of your storage space, including your garage and basement. Also, try to throw out or give away any old furniture that is no longer of use. All of the discarded items can be given to Good Will, Salvation Army or even sold at a yard sale. Although most sellers keep their homes clean and well-decorated, it can be difficult to convince a buyer of a home's potential when clutter is noticeable.
As an agent, it's my responsibility to offer any tips that will expedite the sale and make the experience more enjoyable for the Seller. Once you've eliminated the unwanted items and furniture, begin the 'renovation' process. For non-storage spaces that could use a little more decor, consider adding a small bookshelf (with carefully handpicked hardcovers) complemented with a cozy reading chair. Always be sure you're filtering as much light into your property as possible. (Windex clean your windows inside and out. You'll be amazed how much natural light is being blocked by even lightly dusted windows!) Open or replace curtains. For example, light from a window overlooking the backyard offers a room more color, a great view and the illusion of more space. Always maximize the potential of existing decor; wash old curtains, re-stain old wood casings, anything that refreshes and emphasizes all the potential of the space and decor of the home. Prospective buyers are often more drawn to homes with features that they don't have, those with clutter-free closets, open sunny rooms, and cozy little corners. To ensure you've realized all of the above characteristics the last step should be to bring in a friend and observe their reaction. Make sure it's an honest friend, who will offer suggestions as well as notice the improvements. Seeing your own home through someone else's eyes is a great way to make a home optimally attractive and more sellable to prospective buyers. Be diligent in your efforts and be sure the renovations improve the aesthetic appeal of the home. All the hard work will be worth the reward of a successful sale. Contact Tom Gonsalves a top selling Sacramento Real Estate Agent.
One of the great challenges to selling a home can be showing all of its space, decor and natural light potential. For example, every home has crowded closets and dead space. Sellers should be aware that areas such as these are easy to spruce-up with a little elbow grease and old-fashioned innovation.
Begin by evaluating your closet/storage space, determine which areas can cut-down in clutter. Go through old clothes, shoes, etc., and get rid of anything that will not be used and in turn create more space. Consider organizing shelves and other areas to make better use of your storage space, including your garage and basement. Also, try to throw out or give away any old furniture that is no longer of use. All of the discarded items can be given to Good Will, Salvation Army or even sold at a yard sale. Although most sellers keep their homes clean and well-decorated, it can be difficult to convince a buyer of a home's potential when clutter is noticeable.
As an agent, it's my responsibility to offer any tips that will expedite the sale and make the experience more enjoyable for the Seller. Once you've eliminated the unwanted items and furniture, begin the 'renovation' process. For non-storage spaces that could use a little more decor, consider adding a small bookshelf (with carefully handpicked hardcovers) complemented with a cozy reading chair. Always be sure you're filtering as much light into your property as possible. (Windex clean your windows inside and out. You'll be amazed how much natural light is being blocked by even lightly dusted windows!) Open or replace curtains. For example, light from a window overlooking the backyard offers a room more color, a great view and the illusion of more space. Always maximize the potential of existing decor; wash old curtains, re-stain old wood casings, anything that refreshes and emphasizes all the potential of the space and decor of the home. Prospective buyers are often more drawn to homes with features that they don't have, those with clutter-free closets, open sunny rooms, and cozy little corners. To ensure you've realized all of the above characteristics the last step should be to bring in a friend and observe their reaction. Make sure it's an honest friend, who will offer suggestions as well as notice the improvements. Seeing your own home through someone else's eyes is a great way to make a home optimally attractive and more sellable to prospective buyers. Be diligent in your efforts and be sure the renovations improve the aesthetic appeal of the home. All the hard work will be worth the reward of a successful sale. Contact Tom Gonsalves a top selling Sacramento Real Estate Agent.
Three Strategies For Free or Affordable Staging:
Re-editing StagingRe-editing is using your existing furniture and props and rearranging existing items in the home. Luckily for you, my team can help with interior design and re-editing (as part of our service to you at no extra charge). I'm a firm believer that Selling homeowners should make a small investment in staging the home (as it is known to dramatically increase purchase price and decrease time in market). However, if funds are limited there's an easy and effective solution.
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Hybrid Home StagingSoft or hybrid staging is using the combination of your existing items and furniture combined with rented furniture or props to stage and make your home presentable and market ready. This is a great option when you have a smaller budget to work with.
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Full Home StagingFull staging is a way to go as long as you choose the right company. There are many staging companies and you are free to research and chooser your own. However, I've already done the homework and can streamline the process for you and can refer you to reputable companies like 2020 Staging. Give me a call!
"Home Buyers Spend 8x More Time in a Staged Home".Buyers spend only 5 minutes viewing an unfurnished house versus up to 40 minutes in a furnished home. Source: National Association of Realtors 2015 Profile of Home Staging |
Benefits of Staging
10 Reasons to Professionally Stage Your Property
According to 2020 Staging, professionally staged homes:
1. Look better than other homes on the market
2. Spend 88% less time on the market
3. Sell for 17% more than non-staged homes
4. Look better in print and Internet ads
5. Receive more foot traffic
6. End up on a buyer's "must see" list
7. Are viewed by buyers as "well maintained"
8. Are "move-in” ready
9. Have less reasons for buyers to ask for concessions
10. Professionally staged listings "STAND-OUT" in prospective buyers' minds.
The Real Reason to Professionally Stage Your Home = Cost Savings
Selling your home seven months faster means saving money, look at this example:
Monthly Mortgage, Insurance, Taxes and Holding Costs = $2,700
Staged Homes Sell 7 Months Faster Than Non-Staged Homes, so 7 x $2,700 = $18,900
Staging Cost = $2,200
Savings by Staging Home = $16,700
According to 2020 Staging, professionally staged homes:
1. Look better than other homes on the market
2. Spend 88% less time on the market
3. Sell for 17% more than non-staged homes
4. Look better in print and Internet ads
5. Receive more foot traffic
6. End up on a buyer's "must see" list
7. Are viewed by buyers as "well maintained"
8. Are "move-in” ready
9. Have less reasons for buyers to ask for concessions
10. Professionally staged listings "STAND-OUT" in prospective buyers' minds.
The Real Reason to Professionally Stage Your Home = Cost Savings
Selling your home seven months faster means saving money, look at this example:
Monthly Mortgage, Insurance, Taxes and Holding Costs = $2,700
Staged Homes Sell 7 Months Faster Than Non-Staged Homes, so 7 x $2,700 = $18,900
Staging Cost = $2,200
Savings by Staging Home = $16,700
