Home Staging

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Home Staging: It’s all about first impressions

What is Home Staging?

Home Staging is the process of getting the house ready to be sold. It can be as simple as moving the furniture around that already exists, or as elaborate as creating a new interior design using rental furniture and accessories.

What are the benefits of Home Staging?

1.Sell faster, buyers know within the first 30 seconds they are in a house if it is going to be their home. Then while walking through the house, they look for signs to support their initial feeling.

Most staged homes sell on average in one month or less. Homes that were staged spent 80% less time on the market than those that were not staged. It should also be considered that market, location, price, and condition all play a role in the successful sale of a home and these statistics would reflect a not only carefully planned staging but also strong pricing.

It's easier for Realtors to show and sell their buyers a staged home because they know the property will be in spotless condition. Realtors are often more prone to attend broker open houses because staging creates a buzz and excitement in the industry. Thus increasing showings.

2.Get top dollar, Staged homes receive a 3-6% increase on their equity versus unstaged homes in the GTA. Making it easier to turn a profit and enjoy the benefits!

Capture the moment with upwards of 75% of Toronto home buyers going to the internet first, you can’t afford to leave your home in “as-is” condition. By creating an ‘ideal home’ it will appeal to a broader range of potential buyers.

Staged homes often appraise at a higher value.

3.Easier to visualize potential home, Only 10% of buyers can visualize the potential of a home. That means 90% of buyers cannot visualize size and scale. They need furnishings in place to give them a frame of reference. Professional Staging attracts the eye and creates a psychological appeal that draws buyers away from the negatives of a home and puts the focus on the positives.

Pictures and virtual tours are more attractive when staged. Powerful pictures will attract more buyers to a home when placed on the MLS.

4.Home Staging is Affordable, The small investment in Staging your home or condo can gain you thousands of dollars when you sell your home.

In a buyer's market staging your home is key to selling for top dollar and in the shortest possible time. When competition is high and buyers are looking for value you must show them how they could live in the space and give them every reason to fall in love with your house.

At Casahonda Design Inc. we understand that your time is your most valuable asset and want to help you minimize your listing time and maximize the selling price of your property by professionally staging your home.


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