Home staging is a powerful strategy for getting homes off the market more quickly and at a higher price. Though home staging can become costly, there are simple and cheap ways to upgrade your home without having to drain your wallet.
Tip #1: Lay out the welcome mat
While this tip may seem like a small step, it ensures your potential buyer has a great first impression by literally welcoming them into their future home
Tip #2: Hang some wall art
Adding some art on the walls will make your home feel more warm and inviting, this can also make a room feel more spacious. Be sure to use paintings/prints with neutral colors so you can utilize them in multiple spaces getting a better bang for your buck
Tip #3: Set the table
Help bring your potential buyers imagination to life by simply setting the table for a holiday get together or even a simple everyday meal
Tip #4: Incorporate house plants
Not only do plants help relieve stress and improve someone’s mood, but they also help purify the air and work to create a sense of purpose in the room. Be sure to choose plants that are easy to take care of so they can flourish for as long as possible without adding extra work to your daily life
Tip #5: Add some throw pillows and blankets
These are great for tying a room together and strategically placing a pillow or blanket over some old furniture can help update the space and distract the eye from any conspicuous eyesores
Tip #6: Hang a mirror
Mirrors can help make a space feel more open, it also helps the potential buyer literally see themselves in your home. Be sure to choose an accent mirror as they are typically inexpensive and eye catching
Tip #7: Get out the knickknacks
While you want to avoid any clutter, you still want to have some decorative pieces spread throughout your home
Tip #8: Display some books
Books tend to be more stress-relieving and can even have a nostalgic significance for many people
Tip #9: Add some vases
Ceramic vases are a great way to add some texture to a room. They can help make a room feel more homier while at the same time giving the space an air of elegance and sophistication
Tip #10: Don’t forget about the bathrooms
Crisp, clean white hand towels and stocked toilet paper makes the home feel move-in ready
