{"id":4204,"date":"2021-06-10T10:00:25","date_gmt":"2021-06-10T17:00:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.summerhillhomes.com\/blog\/?p=4204"},"modified":"2023-04-30T01:48:30","modified_gmt":"2023-04-30T08:48:30","slug":"how-to-stage-a-house-to-sell","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.summerhillhomes.com\/blog\/2021\/06\/10\/how-to-stage-a-house-to-sell\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Stage a House to Sell"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Home staging is the process of arranging furniture to make a\nhouse more appealing to potential homebuyers. Staging has become the go-to\nstrategy to increase a home\u2019s selling price while decreasing the time it sits\non the market. Staging a home creates a welcoming space while helping buyers\npicture themselves living there. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of our top home staging tips that can help\nyour home sell faster and for more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Declutter, depersonalize, and deep clean.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Clutter causes two major issues: it distracts the buyer and\nmakes your home appear smaller. Space sells so make sure you highlight your\nhome\u2019s size by paring down to the basics. Use this as an opportunity to get rid\nof anything you no longer need. Consider renting a storage unit to hold extra\nfurniture and items you don\u2019t need in the interim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The next step after decluttering is depersonalizing your\nhome. Buyers need to be able to see themselves in your home. The best way to do\nthis is removing family photos, keepsakes, or other d\u00e9cor pieces that will make\nbuyers think of you instead of the home. This entire process can be emotionally\noverwhelming but remember it\u2019s only temporary. You\u2019ll be able to fill your new\nhome with all of your stuff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make your home sparkling clean. This shows buyers you\u2019ve\ntaken care of the home. Hiring professional cleaners is a good idea if you need\nhelp or don\u2019t have time or the ability to put in all the elbow grease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stage where it matters<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t have to stage your entire house. It\u2019s better to\nfocus on the rooms that buyers find most important: the kitchen, living room,\nand master bedroom. You can spend more time and effort perfecting those rooms\nand less on the rest of the home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Remove signs of pets<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Pets are family but not everyone may be a fan. Thoroughly\nclean the areas your pets spend the most time and remove toys, food dishes, and\nother pet items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Amp up the lighting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Lighting is essential to home staging. The right light can\nmake a home feel warm and welcoming. Encourage this feeling by opening the\ncurtains and blinds to fill your home with as much natural light as possible.\nClean existing light fixtures so they look their best and replace any outdated\nor broken fixtures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rearrange your furniture<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Get the most out of your home\u2019s layout by rearranging your\nfurniture. Be sure to create as much open and walkable space as possible so\nbuyers aren\u2019t tripping over furniture. Resist the urge to push everything\nagainst the wall \u2013 this creates an awkward space in the middle of the room. Instead,\ncreate conversation spaces by floating couches and chairs toward each other to\ncreate cozier spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Add finishing touches<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that your home is perfectly staged, add a few small\ntouches the bring everything together. You can refer to Pinterest or how new\nhome builders stage their model homes for inspiration. With a few thoughtfully\nplaced items like some fresh flowers in vases, a bowl of fresh fruit on the\nkitchen counter, a throw blanket placed on the bed, your home will feel homier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Boost curb appeal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>First impressions matter so don\u2019t overlook the power of curb appeal. Buyers begin judging your home from the moment they pull up to the curb. Take some time to improve your home\u2019s look by power washing dirt and grime from the sidewalk and exterior siding. Update the landscaping by cleaning up the edging around flowerbeds and walkways, plant blooming flowers or shrubs, and make sure everything is neatly pruned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With some work, you can get buyers to fall in love with your\nhome. There\u2019s a lot to gain from staging your home to sell. Thankfully you can\neffectively stage your home without spending a lot of money. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve sold your home, we can help you find your new one. SummerHill Homes has gained a reputation for building communities of distinction. Our luxury homes are in premier locations throughout the Bay Area. Visit us at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.summerhillhomes.com\/\">SummerHillHomes.com<\/a> to learn more about our communities and schedule an appointment. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Home staging is the process of arranging furniture to make a house more appealing to potential homebuyers. Staging has become the go-to strategy to increase a home\u2019s selling price while decreasing the time it sits on the market. Staging a home creates a welcoming space while helping buyers picture themselves living there. 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