How to Incorporate Home Staging into your Home Selling Plan

By Chris Hammond

Castle Street

When it comes time to sell your home, you may be looking for ways to give it an edge over the competition. If so, home staging may be a valuable tool to incorporate into your selling plan.

Home staging is the process of preparing a home for sale by arranging furniture and décor to make it look its best. It can be a great way to make your home more appealing to buyers and help them visualize how they could use the space.
If you’re thinking of using home staging to sell your home, here are a few tips to get you started:
1. De-clutter your home. This is probably the most important step in staging your home. Remove as much excess furniture and décor as possible so that buyers can see the space clearly.

2. Make repairs as needed. Fix any broken fixtures or trim, and repaint any walls that need it. A fresh coat of paint can go a long way in making your home look nicer.

3. Maximize your storage space. If you have limited storage space, consider using temporary storage solutions like boxes or bins to clear up countertops and floors and hide them in the bottom of your wardrobe.

4. Use neutral colours. Stick to muted colours like whites, greys when choosing paint and furnishings for your home staging project. These colours will appeal to the widest range of buyers.

5. Depersonalize your home. Remove family photos and personal items from sightlines so that buyers can imagine themselves living in the space.

With these tips in mind, you should be well on your way to staging your home for sale!