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Painting Carey
Home Staging
With the current state of the housing market, how do you set yourself apart? Is your home sending buyers in the opposite direction? Does it make a statement, and is it the right statement? I've listed a few tips to make your home a showplace that will not only make buyers stop and look, but maybe even give you that offer that you have been waiting for.
1. If it's Broke, Fix It: This applies to old fixtures, leaking faucets, stained surfaces, and stained carpet. The two rooms of biggest return are the bathroom and the kitchen, pay close attention to them and have them looking their best.
2. First Impressions: Even though autumn is upon us, your yard has to have something to offer since it is the first impression that buyers have of your home. So straighten up, mow the yard, and prune those bushes and trees. Buy a couple planters of mums or fall pansies for a touch of color near the entry. Check the outside for peeling or warped paint, dirty windows, and damage to the roof.
3. Get Rid of Clutter: As crazy as it sounds, to sell a home, you have to make it look as though no one lives there. Keep clothes, outerwear, backpacks, and toys put away.
4. De-Personalize: You've spent a long time giving your home your own personal style, now it's time to undo all of that hard work. Remove all of those family pictures, souveniers, and accents. People want to see your home, not your possessions. Tables and walls should be as free as possible of all things unless it highlights the architecture of your house such as over a fireplace or a small table in an foyer. The last step is to paint your walls a nice neutral that will show off details while making the rooms seem larger and more spacious.
5. Trick the Eye: There is a fine line between too much furniture and just the right amount. Try to arrange a sitting room around a focal point other than the television such as a fireplace. The more pieces you remove the larger the room will appear, but remove too much and it will look cold and uninviting.
6. Light to Your Advantage: Candles are a great replacement for all of the personal stuff that you removed. The gentle flickering of a candle instantly brings to mind a sense of ease, something people don't even realize they need, but it will leave a deep impression long after they have gone on to the next home. Flameless candles are a great choice for this purpose .Also, replace 60 watt bulbs with 100 watt. This simple change makes your home appear brighter, cleaner, and larger that your competition.
7. Let the Sunshine In: While you may prefer to keep your curtains closed for privacy, buyers want things to be bright and happoy, not dark and depressing. Open the blinds and shades and let the natural light shine in, just make sure that you have cleaned the windows and dusted your tabletops.
8. The Un-Made Look: Sounds crazy, right? Think about it, any website will show you a bed stuffed with pillows and partially unmade. Try to follow those examples and your bedroom will show more like a haven than just a room to go to sleep in.
9. Outdoors In: A few fresh flower arrangements will not only scent the air, but they are pleasing to the eye. One for each room is usually enough.
10. Prepare the Table: Set a table the old fashioned way with cloth napkins, plates, and silverware. This seems inviting to the perspective buyer. Just be sure that the plates are clean and that the table linens are clean and free of stains.
It only takes one offer to sell a house, so sit back and wait.
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About the Author
Leslie enjoies writting about crafts and all items related to home decorating and family life.
Mariah Carey Painting by Artist Nick San Pedro
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