Staging Blunders to Avoid
When priming your home for sale there are some definite missteps you can
make if you just “wing it,” which can affect the sale of your home. So, to
prevent this from happening, read on for staging mistakes to avoid.
• Hodge-podge of styles — Maintain a cohesive style throughout your
home to create a harmonious “look and feel.”
• Personal and bold — Put away your personal photos and mementos
and keep your home décor neutral. Buyers want to imagine themselves
living in the home, so those personal items can be distracting.
• Simple repairs or updates neglected — Repaint dull or chipped paint
and update outdated light fixtures or décor.
• Unprofessional photos — Professionally taken photos are well worth
the investment as they will capture the attention of buyers quicker than
poorly taken or poor quality photos.
• Layout and size of furniture — If you have a massive sectional
occupying most of your living room, it’s going to make the room appear
much smaller. If you have room, keep some space between the furniture
and the walls to create an illusion of spaciousness.
• Clutter — Perhaps obvious, but those various coloured shampoo bottles
in the bathtub and small appliances on the counter create an immediate
eyesore for prospective buyers. Declutter and find a home to hide those
unsightly items.
• Too little or too much lighting — Strike the right balance using soft,
layered lighting throughout your home.
• Grungy linens — It doesn’t have to cost much to refresh your bed linens
and towels that will be on display, and it’s worth the difference it makes.
• Unpleasant scents — We become accustomed to the familiar smell of
our home over time, but even if you think your home smells pleasant,
have a friend come over to do the “smell test” and get an outside opinion.
Hiring a reputable professional staging company with plenty of good reviews
will help you avoid these staging mistakes, so you stand your best chance of a
speedy and successful sale.