There are a lot of ways you can effectively stage your home to snag the attention of potential buyers, but there are often a few extra things you can do to really engage the senses of your guests. If you’re hoping for an instant offer and are pulling out all the stops to sell your home, here are some ways you can emotionally engage with visitors to your home.
Carefully Choose Your Color Scheme
You probably already have a fairly distinct color palette in your home, from the couch you’ve purchased to the tone of your paint, but that doesn’t mean you can’t spice it up with a few carefully chosen pieces. Neutrals like white, brown and grey are a great place to start, but instead of letting the room speak for itself, add a punch of color – like bright pillows or a bold throw – that will add instant appeal and make your home a little more memorable. Just remember that it’s important to use colors and patterns that aren’t too bright, as these can overwhelm your space.
Remove Your Most Personal Items
Many homeowners think it’s a great idea to have a lot of personal items around to draw people into their house, but too many items like this can actually distract your guests and may even make them feel uncomfortable. Before organizing your open house, ensure that you remove excess personal items like fridge photographs and frayed posters. Instead, stick with items like artwork or coffee table books which will still exude personality but won’t make potential buyers feel like they’re intruding.
Consider The Sense Of Smell
The senses are often drastically under-appreciated when it comes to staging your home, but they can actually go a long way in getting a lot more interest. Because smell can provide other positive cues that merely looking cannot, baking some cookies or muffins beforehand can be a powerful means of providing a great first impression and making visitors feels like they’re home. The addition of room spray or music may also mean potential homebuyers won’t mind lingering a little longer.
Successfully staging a home can be a matter of common sense, but engaging a buyer’s emotions can go a long way towards making an even better impression. If you’re preparing to put your home on the market in the near future, contact me for more information – J.P. Cook – 602-320-4253.
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807 E Glendale Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85020
$495,000
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,500
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6653803
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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$495,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,808
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6653424
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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$495,000
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,869
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6654340
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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$495,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,870
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6675317
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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$495,000
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,606
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6663983
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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$495,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
2,021
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6684060
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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$495,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,704
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6667183
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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$495,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,662
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6686312
Property Type
Apartment
Price Type
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$495,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,817
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6673092
Property Type
Townhouse
Price Type
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$495,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
2,154
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6673835
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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$495,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,288
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6675300
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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$495,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,935
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6677096
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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