• Jewelry and watches should be securely stored out of sight and not in table-top boxes. • If you have expensive perfumes or cosmetics - put them away. • Some toys are popular and can be desirable - best put them out of sight. This includes American Girl Dolls and their accessories. The goal for the above exercise is not to drive yourself crazy but to thwart prying eyes and to help avert "taking" simply because it was there. Of course, most people are honest. It only takes one to cause great trouble. Personally, before I was in the practice of real estate, my husband and I were selling our house with a real estate agent who was holding the house open. I met a visitor just as we were leaving. She had a large bag over her shoulder. It turned out that she was the only guest all day. The next morning, a bottle of expensive perfume was missing. Who would think to secure perfumes??? __________________________________________________ Key Takeaways: • Effective staging directly translates to better outcomes. • Neutralizing personal elements allows buyers to visualize themselves in the space. • Minimization creates the impression of space and possibility which is critical for emotional connection. • Every room must have a clear purpose that speaks to buyers' aspirations. • Strategic furniture placement highlights your property's 33
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