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The Home Staging Secrets: How to Make Your Property Stand Out in the Market

When selling your home in South Jersey or Philadelphia, first impressions are everything . And a well-staged home can make...

  • Steph Scott
  • October 14th, 2024
  • 3 min read
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When selling your home in South Jersey or Philadelphia, first impressions are everything. And a well-staged home can make all the difference between a quick sale and a listing that lingers.

Home staging helps potential buyers envision themselves living in the space, and with the right techniques, you can highlight your property’s best features creating an amazing first impression. Let's talk about how you can do that:

Declutter and Depersonalize

Buyers need to be able to picture their own lives in the home, which is tough when personal items and clutter are in the way. Start by packing away personal photos and mementos. Clear countertops and tidy up closets to create a clean, inviting atmosphere.

Focus on Curb Appeal

Your home's exterior is the first thing buyers will see, so make sure it’s memorable. Simple updates like fresh paint, trimmed hedges, and seasonal flowers can make a huge difference. A well-maintained yard suggests the home has been well cared for, and that's green flags all around.

Neutral Colors Are Your Friend

Opt for neutral tones when painting rooms or updating décor. Neutral colors appeal to a wider range of buyers and allow them to more easily visualize how they could personalize the space.

 

Light it Up

Good lighting is essential for creating a welcoming space. Open blinds to let in natural light and strategically place lamps in dim areas. Bright, well-lit rooms make the home feel larger and more inviting.

Hire Professional Home Stagers

If you really want to get bang for your buck when selling your South Jersey home, hiring a home stager might be the way to go. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) reported that home staging increased the offers a home received by between 1% and 5% (compared to similar homes that weren't staged)...

...on a home worth $400,000, that could be an extra $20,000 added to your sold price.

NAR also showed what buyers seemed to value most when touring homes (as reported by their buyer agents): the living room was found to be most impactful, followed by the primary bedroom and then the kitchen. This is important to consider if you're on a budget and want to consider only staging one or two rooms rather than your whole house. Your real estate agent will be able to point you in the right direction here.

 

Conclusion? Home Staging is Important

The stats don't lie: home staging can have a significant impact on your home sale and you want to ensure to consult with a quality real hyperlocal real estate agent to get the best tips for maximizing your profit. With a properly staged home, you’ll position your property to stand out in the market, attracting motivated buyers and hopefully leading to a quicker, more profitable sale.

If you’re thinking of buying or selling in South Jersey, you can message The JFKLiving Team right here.

 

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About the author

Steph Scott

Meet Steph: British import, champion of small businesses, and all-around JFKLiving brand cheerleader. Serving as the team’s Marketing Manager since 2020, she joined JFKLiving at the beginning of the pandemic in a very unusual real estate market (nothing like being thrown in the deep end!). With a varied background in events, fitness, and financial services, Steph brings a fresh perspective to the real estate customer experience. She deploys her 12 years of marketing expertise to educate, entertain and inspire the local community on a multitude of digital platforms. She’s also the face behind the camera, and will be found following Pip & Jer around with her iPhone saying “do that again, but this time, smile!”.

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