Staging Your Home to Sell
We've listed some affordable and easy ways to improve the appearance of your home and get it ready to sell. These measures mostly apply to getting rid of clutter, organizing items and landscaping to improve curb appeal.
- Clean every surface until it shines.
- Get rid of strong odors including pet smells.
- Burn a candle to give off a pleasant smell (don't leave unattended)
- Pick up dirty clothes.
- Don't leave dishes in the sink.
- Take all unnecessary things off the counters.
- Paint walls, trim and ceilings. Use neutral colors and keep adjoining rooms the same palette to create a larger feel and better flow.
- Use slipcovers on sofas to make them look newer and to match other furniture.
- Use bins, baskets, containers and shelves to put away and organize stray items.
- Replace door and cabinet knobs that are loose or mis-matched.
- Put in brighter light bulbs the make each room appear lighter.
- Open up the drapes and shades to let in natural light.
- Polish hardwood floors.
- Put a new carpet pad under the current carpet to make it feel cushy.
- Run a dehumidifier in the basement to eliminate any moisture.
- Weed and spread fresh mulch on flowerbeds.
- Mow the lawn.
- Trim shrubs and bushes
- Buy a new welcome mat.
- Hide valuables, personal items and information.
- Have a yard sale to get rid of excess cloths and clutter.
- Add potted plants, repair damaged walkways and repaint the front door.
- Re-stain decks and porches.
- Rent a storage unit to create more space on the interior of the home.