This week's posts will focus on Frequently Asked Questions. I am currently re-working my website, and feature several of these Q & A's on the new site. Today's FAQ: What is Home Staging? A: It's simple. Home Staging allows you to market your home to the largest audience possible by maximizing your home’s potential while minimizing the flaws. This can be as simple as reducing clutter, removing personal items, and reorganizing the space, or as complex as bringing in all new furniture and accessories, or it may fall somewhere in between. Each home is unique and will require a different variety of services, but regardless of the services you choose, Home Staging is about setting your home up to sell faster, and for more money.
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BTSH Stats Week
77% of people view homes first on the internet
Be sure that your home shows above the rest, by staging it first! Don't allow your realtor to list your property on MLS until your home is ready for show, and your realtor has taken viewing pictures. An online listing without pictures means missed opportunities.
Source: 2005 National Association of Realtors ® survey
Stats Week - ROI
According to a HomeGains survey in 2007, painting the interior walls of your home offers a 150% return on your investment! Here are some other interesting stats based on 10 areas of home improvement:
Stat's Week - Staged Homes Sell For More Money
Staged homes on average experience a 3% minimum increase in final sales price, versus non-staged homes.
Source: www.stagedhomes.com
Stats Week - Did You Know?
This week's Tweets and Blogs will be regarding Home Staging Stats and Useful Facts!
Did you know???
63% of buyers are willing to pay more money for a house that is move in ready
Source: 2005 & 2006 Maritz Research Staging Polls
By staging your home first, a potential buyer can better envision themselves in your home. Small repairs and fresh new paint show you've cared for your home, and gives it the "move in ready" look you want.