Staging has become a standard procedure
for many realtors and vendors and most people understand that colours should be
neutral, the home should be impeccably clean and most need to be de-cluttered
to some degree. So here are 13 Tips that take into consideration that you
already know the basics of preparing a home to sell, but need a few next
level ideas to gain a competitive
advantage to sell fast and sell for more.
1.
Use low VOC new carpets and paint wherever
possible.
2.
Show rooms with their intended purpose
3.
Paint tiles – outdated tiles in kitchens
and washrooms can be painted. Sherwin Williams has a full solution that comes
in all colours. This is much cheaper and easier than replacing outdated tiles –
not recommended for floors.
4.
Bring in a stager BEFORE you paint,
purchase a big-ticket item, renovate or purge
5.
A home should be styled and staged to be
reflective of the price point and lifestyle
6.
Don’t “over stage”
7.
Don’t go too far with depersonalizing
8.
Empty home/condo ? – at least stage main
living areas
9.
Update fireplace - many 25 + yr homes have real eyesores. An updated
fireplace can transform a room.
10. Kitchens
& bathrooms still sell homes with an ROI of 75% – 100 %
(Appraisal
Institute of Canada) for renovations/updates
11. Staging
sells: ROI of 196% - 500%+ (various sources)
12. Get
a consult /check list as a starting point
13. See
what our Advanced Lifestyle Staging techniques can do!
If you have questions about these tips or other staging challenges please call me - 416 277 3282 or email me
