Tough Sellers Market? 4 Home Staging Ideas That Are Heavy on the "Wow"

Looking to sell your Twin Cities home? Even in a strong Minnesota sellers market, staging your home can bring a strong way to keep the value of your sell up. In Edina Minnesota, we have found that many homes that are stage not only stay on the market less but also have a better chance of getting more viewers of your home. At Cordavii Real Estate Team, we see staging as one of the most important aspects of any home sale. The more attractive your home is to potential buyers, the faster you can finalize the sale and move on. With that in mind, let’s explore four home staging ideas that won’t cost a fortune but are sure to impress your buyers.

<strong>#1: Clean The Place Until It Shines</strong>

The first and most obvious option is not going to cost much more than your time. Your home needs to be absolutely, positively spotless. The floors should be so clean that you would have no issue with eating off of them. This can be hard after a great Minnesota snowfall, but using No Shoes signs and creative signage is key. The walls should be clean and free of marks. Windows and mirrors buffed to a sparkling shine. If there’s dirt to be found, rest assured that potential buyers will see it!

<strong>#2: Buy New Slip Covers And Sheet Sets</strong>

If your furniture is starting to look a little dated, you can spruce it up by investing in new slip covers. These can be color matched to the rest of the room’s palette so that your furniture fits in. It is also a great idea to ensure that you have new-looking, matching sheet sets on all of the beds. The bedrooms don’t need to look like hotel rooms, but they do need to look good.

<strong>#3: Invest In Better Lighting For Important Rooms</strong>

During the Cordavii Real Estate Teams showing of properties when working with buyers, we know that the best way to view your home or a room is with as much natural light and even artificial light as possible. What better way to highlight Minnesota Lake Front Property than making sure all blinds, curtains and shades are open to let in the great natural light. When was the last time you replaced the bulbs in your fixtures and lamps? If you are still using dull older incandescent bulbs, it’s time to invest in newer LED or compact fluorescent lighting. It is best to try to match the color temperature of the bulbs to the rest of the room so that the room’s color and ‘feel’ don’t clash with the lighting. If this is a bit above your head, consider having a lighting expert come in to help light the important, high-traffic areas.

<strong>#4: Use Plants To Add A Bit Of Warmth And Life</strong>

Finally, if your home is lacking a bit of plant life, it might be time to take a quick trip to the local nursery. Adding one or two plants to your common areas adds a touch of life and even helps to keep the air fresh. If you prefer a pop of color, you can always add a flowering plant that’s currently in bloom.

Spending a few hours and a few dollars on staging is an investment that will pay off immensely when you sell your home. As we are ready and excited to help our Sellers prepare their home for sell,  If you are thinking about listing your home for sale, or for more staging tips, contact our Cordavii Real Estate team. We are happy to share our experience and help get your home sold quickly at a great price.