A Classic Banana Split and My #1 Staging Tip When Selling Your Home
A well-staged home receives higher offers. And the best place to start is with your closets! But first, let’s make a classic banana split.
Ingredients:
banana
vanilla ice cream
chocolate ice cream
strawberry ice cream
hot fudge
maraschino cherries
chopped nuts
Directions:
Peel and slice a banana, top with one scoop each vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry ice cream – I bought pints from Lics in Northport. Drizzle with hot fudge, whipped cream, maraschino cherries and chopped nuts.
Prefer video? Watch how easily this banana split comes together!
How a Well Staged Home Receives Higher Offers
Selling your home? Want to get top dollar offers? The key is proper home staging - and the best place to start is with your closets.
Closets are Key for Creating a Spacious Impression
You might be surprised that closets are so important when prepping a home for sale. But they play a crucial role in creating an impression of abundant storage space, something all buyers crave. Cluttered, overflowing closets make it seem like there's not enough storage, which is a major turn off.
Declutter and Organize Closets for Maximum Impact
The goal is to have your closets look crisp, clean and only half full. This makes them feel massively spacious to potential buyers walking through. If your closets are jam-packed, start by doing a big purge. Get rid of anything you don't need or haven't used in over a year.
Style Closets Like the Pros
Next, neatly organize what's left on the shelves and hanging rods. Arrange items by category like folded shirts together, pants together, etc. Use matching hangers to create a cohesive look. Add storage boxes or bins to corral smaller loose items.
Finishing Touches for Closet Staging
For bonus points, line the shelves with fresh paper or material. A few cedar blocks can leave a pleasant subtle scent. Install portable closet lights if needed to properly illuminate the space.
Staged Closets Suggest Luxurious Storage Space
Properly staged closets create a sense of luxurious copious storage throughout the home. This allows buyers to mentally "move in" more easily as they picture fitting all their own belongings.
Don't neglect this important step! Taking the time to edit and organize your closets sends a powerful signal about overall functionality and storage. Committing fully to the home staging process positions your listing to receive multiple excited offers.
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