I tell every staging client that \u201clight and bright sells homes.\u201d Think about what you would be more drawn to — a dark, cave-like room or one with lots of natural light and views? That’s how buyers feel too!
\nA few years ago when I was home shopping in Morris County, I toured a home for sale where NO lights or lamps were on, all the drapes were closed, and I had to actually ask the homeowner to turn on the lights so I could see where I was going in each room! The dining room was painted dark red and the living room brown \u2013 painting these would have been easy fixes to greatly increase the desirability and value of the home to buyers. Roughly 90% of people cannot visualize homes looking different from what they see!<\/p>\n
Here are just 6 of the many easy and inexpensive ways I recommend that will raise the value of your home and make it look much better in photos:<\/p>\n
\u2022\tChoose neutral and trendy paint colors that fit your home\u2019s finishes
\n\u2022\tLighten the window treatments (or even remove if privacy isn\u2019t an issue)
\n\u2022\tUse slip covers to cover up patterned, dark, out-dated sofas and chairs
\n* Update light fixtures — get rid of faux Tiffany pendants, Hollywood globes above bathroom vanities, and dining room “Colonial style” lights!
\n\u2022\tBuy trendy new bedding and shower curtains
\n\u2022\tAdd mirrors and\/or metallic accessories in strategic locations<\/p>\n
Buyers prefer updated homes that follow design trends! I know what purchases to make and advise what works best with each home\u2019s finishes. If the budget allows and the homeowner desires, I am also happy to suggest how to update the fixed items (cabinets, flooring, appliances, etc.) as well to get even better offers! A $250 consultation (agents ask about preferred rates) covers this and many other topics (de-cluttering, styling with furniture arrangements, how best to display art, accessorizing, choosing paint colors where needed, inexpensive updates with hardware or tile — even painting tile — creating better curb appeal, etc. ) and is a small investment that always features a great return on your biggest asset when it’s time to sell.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
I tell every staging client that \u201clight and bright sells homes.\u201d Think about what you would be more drawn to — a dark, cave-like room or one with lots of natural light and views? That’s how buyers feel too! A … Continue reading