Planning to sell your home? These Halifax home staging tips for selling a lived-in home will help.
It's prudent to ask a professional Stager for advice that is specific to your home. There are details however that every homeseller should pay attention to.
Remember that both the inside and the outside of a property will be evaluated by the buyer.
Take a walk towards and through your house, thinking about what the buyer will experience as they make this same approach.
The approach to the home and the front door itself should be in pristine condition.
The windows, bathrooms, and kitchen should be sparkling clean.
Do any home repairs as necessary.
For showings have the toilet seats down, closet and cupboard doors closed.
Turn the lights on in any areas that are dim or to show off great lighting such as pocket lights and under the counter lights.
Ensure personal items are out of sight including photos and toiletries, and all countertops, shelves and table tops cleared off except for decorative pieces that add character.
It is usually best to show rooms with their original intended usage only. A desk in the living room for example should be relocated while on the market.
Organize and minimize closet contents neatly to show easy, spacious storage for the home.
Ensure lots of fresh air and fully open all window coverings during the day unless the view is less than desirable.
Keep any evidence of pets to a minimum or nonexistent. Many people are afraid of or allergic to animals.
Cleaning, sorting, packing, rearranging and getting things out of the way are no small tasks. They are however excellent strategies for selling. Use this process to get ready for your move. You need to sort and pack anyways.
The next step is to showcase the property's best features, while minimizing any concerns, to present it at its best for its most likely buyers.
Melanie Orr is the owner and operator of Interiors Working For You which provides full staging and redecorating services.
