them subconsciously thinking about how they will have to clear the house of all your belongings. That said, you don’t want the home to seem sterile. Put out a vase of fresh flowers, a bowl of lemons, or a basket of produce on the counter. Fresh air. Make sure your home smells good. Chase away stale odors, and ban smoking from the premises! Light a citrus candle, bake some cookies or bread. Don’t let lingering odors from litter boxes, garbage cans, or moldy laundry run off your buyers! This will take some effort. But as they say, nothing ventured, nothing gained! DIY HOME STAGING Pinterest has become a great online resource for learning how to improve your living space through creative projects. If your furniture is in good shape, but you need to beautify and embellish your home a bit, here are some ideas: Brighten it up. If your paint job is dull, dark, or depressing, consider choosing some sophisticated neutral paint to create a sophisticated backdrop and pull it all together. Paint rooms according to their purpose, such as soft neutrals such as mild yellows or creams that set off a glow when the sun shines in. Add an accent wall in the living room by choosing a complementary color, such as a calming sage green or a deep red against taupe walls. Whatever you do, make the home welcoming. Remove dated wallpaper. No one wants to be weighed down with the thought that they’re going to have to spend time and money on removing wallpaper from 1988. If that’s the case, they will definitely lowball the offer. Drapes and Curtains. We often don’t pay a lot of attention to our window coverings. Not only do they become dated, they also collect dust and dirt. At the very least, have them professionally cleaned.
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