Will Staging Your House Help You Sell for More?
Does staging your house really work? I often get asked this question and my answer is always different. I think a better question is ‘When should I stage my house?’.
The only time staging a house with a professional staging company helps you sell your home for more money is if it’s a newly built or renovated home. In other instance. In other instances, the staging costs may not have a return on the cost.
Why Staging a Newly Finished Reno Project or Development is Worthwhile
When I work with buyers looking at new homes it feels a lot more like a lifestyle purchase rather than a practical acquisition. In these instances, staged homes may create the spark of inspiration the buyers need to pull the trigger. It’s also more likely the buyers of new or renovated homes are upgrading. When people are upgrading, they may want to see how the space should be used as it’s normally a much larger square footage than they are used to. With older more standardized homes there is more focus on price & location.
Why You Shouldn’t Stage Your House
If you’re living in a 1400 Sq Ft or smaller bungalow most people looking at your house to purchase will have likely been in plenty of houses with a similar layout. Everyone will have a decent idea of what could fit in each room. The space is easy to understand. Whether there’s no furniture in the house, or your furniture.
As for older homes which may have a unique layout, I am still skeptical. I think new furniture in an older home may have the opposite effect. If you see new furniture in an older house it may emphasize the age of the property. However, there are some instances when people’s imagination needs help. If you have a space that isn’t very self explanatory you should try to keep the furniture you currently have in that space. This may be an instance where seeking the help of a staging company is necessary. If you want specific information about staging your home in Edmonton, give me a call! 780-902-1856 or contact me on my website.
