For some people, the decision to list their house for sale is one they spend plenty of time thinking about, and then when they do finally list it there is no rush or panic to sell. Then there are those who have their hopes set on a fast stress-free sale that allows them to move onto their next home sooner rather than later. 

While there are a number of factors that go into determining how fast your house sells (e.g., market trends, the list price, and the competition), there’s also how the house looks to buyers. This is where staging your home can really provide you with that edge that ensures your house sells fast. With that said, let’s take a look at the top tips on how to properly stage your home.

Declutter and Get Rid of All Personal Items

The first tip tends to be the most time consuming, but it’s also free. You need to look at your home from the eyes of potential buyers and realize they don't want to see mess, clutter, or any personal items. This means that some serious deep cleaning and organization is in order. 

If you have a lack of storage, you'll either need to get rid of items, or look into a temporary storage unit you can rent. You want to create a sense of spaciousness and openness, which means a clutter-free home.

Give the Interior a Fresh Coat of Paint

Paint is another smart investment when you’re looking to stage your home. This is especially true if your home isn’t a neutral color palette. Again, it’s about creating a clean, fresh, crisp interior that seems inviting and new. Soft neutral colors are the very best to use when staging the home and this palette can be carried throughout every room in the house.

Rearrange Furniture to Allow for Flow

This is also a great time to give thought to how your furniture is currently arranged. You want to make rooms open and easy to walk through, allowing for natural flow. That could mean shuffling things around, and even getting rid of over-sized furniture that makes the space look closed in and small.

Allow Natural Light to Pour In

Natural light is another key component when staging your home. If you have heavy thick window coverings, this can date the home and leave a bad impression on potential buyers. It’s time to strip those away and hang light, airy, sheer drapes instead, and let that sunlight pour in.

Get Input from Your Real Estate Agent

If you try these tips and still aren’t getting the kind of results you’re after, it can make good sense to speak to your listing agent and get their advice. Real estate agents have seen it all and can offer invaluable tips on what to do and what not to do, including where to best spend your money on updates and renovations. Real estate agents, just like those at Kerby and Christina Real Estate Experts, are always happy to offer advice to their clients to help speed up the sale. 

Each of these tips is designed to help you get the quick sale you had been hoping for.