• Invest time in decluttering, painting, and rearranging furniture. • Purchase or rent staging accessories or furniture if needed. • Maintain the staged look consistently throughout the listing period. If you prefer a professional’s touch, I can recommend trusted local stagers who can handle everything from consultation to full-service staging. Should You Move Out While Selling? One of the most common questions sellers ask is whether they should vacate the home while it’s on the market. There are pros and cons to each option. Advantages of Moving Out: • Easier for agents to schedule and show the home. • You’re not burdened with daily upkeep for showings. • The home stays in pristine, staged condition. Vacant homes are also favored by many buyer agents for convenience—especially when showing multiple homes in a short time. Potential Drawbacks: • A vacant home can signal urgency or desperation to some buyers, prompting lower offers. • Buyers may assume a seller is highly motivated if the home appears abandoned. Ultimately, whether to stay or move out depends on your lifestyle, stage of life, and ability to maintain the home’s presentation during showings. Final Thought Staging is more than making your home look nice—it’s a proven,
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