the same color, shape, or texture to unify the room. Any splashes of color should appear in wall art or any place you want to draw attention. Look at the example below. This bathroom was a very basic room with drab paint and low-end finishes. Changes included: brighter lightbulbs, a pale blue paint color, sheer panels on a tension rod framing the tub, plush white bath towels, added greenery and a fancy vase. This bath was easily transformed to provide buyers with a spa-like experience.
Learn to strike a balance between staging and living in your home. You can even seasonally decorate your home without dashing its appeal. The main goal is to keep your home clean and free of clutter that distracts would-be buyers. Even simple things can make a big impact on the final sale price of a home. You have two options for staging a home: do it yourself, or hire a professional home stager. If you are considering hiring someone, I can provide recommendations. Keep in mind that some stagers will not stage an occupied home.
TO STAY OR NOT TO STAY?
Home sellers often ask whether they should stay in their home while it is on the market, or move out. There are pros and cons to
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