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One
of
the
fastest
growing
real
estate
considerations
in
America
today
is
something
called
"staging"
your
house,
meaning
furnishing,
decorating,
outdoor
clean-ups
and
ultimately
arranging
homes
in
such
a
way
to
attract
increased
buyer
interest.
A
recent
national
survey
indicated
that
staged
homes
sold
on
average
in
13.8
days,
while
non-staged
homes
sold
in
30.9
days.
Because
your
home
is
competing
with
other
nearby
comparable
listings,
staging
your
home
is
important
for
getting
the
best
price
when
you
sell.
Here
are
some
outdoor
staging
tips
to
optimize
your
curb
appeal,
give
you
a
competitive
edge
vs
other
homes
for
sale
in
your
area,
and sell
your
home
quickly.
- Ensure your flowerbeds are turned, weed free, and properly edged. All hedges should be evenly trimmed and the lawn regularly maintained. It’s a clear indication that you are a conscientious homeowner and that you value your home’s appearance. If you’re not into gardening, paying for a quick landscaping job might be well worth the investment.
- Check to make sure all outdoor lighting is in good working order. Consider leaving them on slightly longer than normal to encourage potential ‘drive-by’ viewings from interested buyers during the evening hours.
- Ensure your front entryway is presentable. A great exterior accent piece is a freshly painted front door, which, when combined with a few seasonal potted plants, will create a more welcoming entranceway for prospective buyers.
- Polish the front doorknob or handle and replace a dented or tarnished mailbox. Make sure your home address numbers can be easily seen from the street to facilitate potential viewings.
- Check if your aluminum siding or brickwork needs washing or your gutters need cleaning. If dead leaves are spilling over from your eaves troughs, buyers tend to get a negative impression.
- If you have a wood deck, make sure the stain or paint looks fresh. Good-looking patio furniture will contribute to the look of the backyard. If yours looks slightly run down, consider purchasing a new set – something you can take with you when you move.
- Clean up yard clutter and put away the kids’ outdoor toys to help enhance the size of your yard.
Contact
Me
I can help you with every
aspect of buying or selling your home because I’m
experienced, because I am a Better Homes and Gardens
Rand Realty Real Estate Professional . . .and because I
care.
As
your
Better
Homes
and
Gardens
Rand
Realty
Sales
Professional,
I
will
provide
you
with
the
information
you
need
to
make
an
educated
decision.
The relationship between a home buyer or seller and their agent is based on trust, shared goals and understanding. I strive to continually improve and to do this I listen and take the needs and wants into consideration.
For assistance with any of your real estate needs, please contact me, whether it's to get started on helping you realize your goals and dreams, or just to ask a question - no pressure, no hassle, no obligation - just a friendly conversation. I would welcome the opportunity to make a difference for you. |
