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How to Stage Your Home for Sale<\/h1>\n

When it’s time to sell your home, staging can make a big difference. \u00a0For higher-end homes, it might be a good idea to hire a professional. \u00a0But what if you prefer\u00a0to stage your home on your own? \u00a0Here are some tips on preparing your house for sale in Grand Rapids.<\/p>\n

Outdoor Staging<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Staging\"<\/a>Buyers begin judging your house the moment they drive up. \u00a0So make sure the outside of your home looks fresh, clean, and tidy. \u00a0To improve curb appeal, strongly consider doing all of the following:<\/p>\n

-Power wash sidewalks, walkways, porches, and the exterior of the home
\n-Mow the lawn, pull the weeds, and remove old decorations from the exterior
\n-Plant new bushes and\u00a0flowers
\n-Wash the windows from the outside
\n-Add easy to read house numbers
\n-Finish small repairs, such as squeaky doors or sagging eaves<\/p>\n

Clean So\u00a0It Looks and Smells New<\/strong><\/p>\n

In many cases, it’s not realistic to replace everything in your home that is worn out or outdated. \u00a0However, you can make what you do have really shine by cleaning your house thoroughly from top to bottom.<\/p>\n

This might feel like a huge job, but put yourself in the buyer’s shoes. \u00a0If you\u00a0looked at 10 houses, and only one sparkled with cleanliness, which would you remember most fondly? \u00a0Buyers tend to look at a lot of similar homes as they search. \u00a0Make yours the cleanest.<\/p>\n

Pet odors, sink smells, and stale smoke are large turnoffs for buyers. \u00a0When confronted with a negative smell, many buyers will simply walk out. \u00a0Cleaning, deodorizing, and replacing bad scents with good\u00a0ones makes an enormous difference.<\/p>\n

If this job seems overwhelming, try using a checklist. \u00a0There are many available online, such as this one<\/a>. \u00a0Make sure you focus on the kitchen and bathrooms… these are big house sellers! \u00a0Alternatively, you can hire home cleaners to help stage your home in Grand Rapids. \u00a0Prices can range from $10 – $50 hour, so research the best cleaners for your situation.<\/p>\n

\"Window\"<\/a>De-Clutter and De-Personalize<\/strong><\/p>\n

Clutter seems to sneak into the house when no one’s looking. \u00a0Organizing it and clearing it out can be a real bear. \u00a0But the effort\u00a0is well worth it. \u00a0De-cluttering makes your house feel brighter and more spacious, and allows buyers to really picture themselves living there.<\/p>\n

De-cluttering can result in some tough decisions and long afternoons. \u00a0For some help, you can visit this basic de-cluttering guide<\/a>. \u00a0Remember that there are a lot of moderately priced storage garages and climate controlled facilities available in Grand Rapids. \u00a0Even\u00a0if you spend $15-$30 per month to store some of your items, you will be happier with a quick sale.<\/p>\n

If you have personal mementos, consider storing them temporarily. \u00a0This makes it easier for your buyers to picture their family living in the home,\u00a0which will help you get more offers.<\/p>\n

Pay Attention to Each Room<\/strong><\/p>\n

Look at your house as if you had never seen it before, paying close attention to each room. \u00a0Try to set up your rooms to appeal to the largest number of buyers. \u00a0You might use that ‘side room’ as a workout space and office combo, but would most people? \u00a0While you love your bold purple paint scheme, is that a style that everyone adores? \u00a0In addition, make sure every room has one defined purpose. \u00a0It may mean spending some time painting and re-arranging, but the more people can envision themselves in your home, the more offers you will get.<\/p>\n

\"Bedroom\"<\/a>Make sure the furniture in each room isn’t overwhelming. \u00a0If there are too many ‘big items,’ the house will feel much smaller. \u00a0Consider removing or rearranging your furniture so your house has a nice walkthrough ‘flow.’ \u00a0This might mean that you are a little less comfortable as you settle down for the evening, but it will speed up the sale of your home.<\/p>\n

Floors, Walls, Ceilings, and Fixtures<\/strong><\/p>\n

We’ve left these for last, because they are more structural changes. \u00a0But if you are willing to go the extra mile to stage your home for sale in Grand Rapids, take a close look at your floors, walls, ceilings, and fixtures. \u00a0Consider replacing worn or stained carpet, or refinishing your hardwood. \u00a0At the very least, clean your floors, walls, and ceilings\u00a0well as you can.<\/p>\n

If you have wallpaper, seriously consider removing it and repainting to a neutral color. \u00a0Most buyers see this as an extra step they don’t want to take, and wallpaper styles rarely match up perfectly to a buyer’s taste. \u00a0If you have holes in your drywall, consider patching them, and fix any discolorations in your ceiling.<\/p>\n

Finally, take a close look at your fixtures. \u00a0Are your door handles and light switches old or outdated? \u00a0Does your ceiling fan have an annoying click? \u00a0Consider upgrading to newer options. \u00a0These can be low-cost, high-impact improvements to the house, and many of these projects take just a few minutes.<\/p>\n

Overall, you don’t want to spend a fortune staging your house for sale in Grand Rapids. \u00a0However, by making your house feel clean, welcoming, and move-in ready, you will be happier with your offers.<\/p>\n

As always, feel free to contact us at Honeybee Homes at (616) 606-3390 for additional help regarding your home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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