Hosting an Open House? Use These Staging Tips to Make Your House Feel Like a Model Home

Are you selling your home? If so, you’re going to have to host an open house at some point. In today’s blog post we’ll explore a few staging tips that make your house feel like a model home.

Make A Solid First Impression

Start with the front of the home and give a great first impression. Have the sidewalk, driveway and walkways power washed. Ensure that the lawn, plants and landscaping are healthy and look great. Clean the windows and address any external paint issues that may have come up over the years.

The goal is to ensure that your guests think “WOW” when they drive up. Keep staging the front of your home until the neighbors are jealous.

Clean, Clean And Clean Some More

Even if you think your home is ‘clean enough’, it’s likely not. You’ve lived in your home for years, which means that your brain has learned to un-see certain aspects of it. Even if you’re sure you’ve cleaned it as much as possible, you may have missed a few spots.

Here’s a helpful exercise. Imagine that the President, Vice-President and Secretary of State are coming over for dinner. And that they’ll be touring through every room in your home to see how you live. That’s how clean your home needs to be for your open house.

Appeal To Your Target Buyers

Do you know what age range your expected open house guests are in? Are they first-time home buyers, young families or single professionals? If at all possible, try to stage your home to appeal to your guests. If they are younger, then you can stage the basement more as a media or entertainment room. If they have children, that might become storage and a play area. You get the idea.

Lighten Things Up A Bit

Regardless of what time of day you host an open house, you’ll want there to be a lot of light. Open up all the drapes and blinds to let in as much natural light as possible. If you have to use artificial light, invest in high-quality LED bulbs. There are models that can produce light that is close to sunlight in quality. The more light you have, the better your spotless home will look.

The More (Room), The Merrier

Finally, do your best to open up your space. Remove all clutter and store it. Arrange your furniture to maximize the walking areas. But try not to overdo it. You want your staged home to feel livable — and not like a series of large, empty caves.

There you have it — five great staging tips that will boost your next open house. Remember, the fastest way to sell your home is with the help of an experienced real estate agent. Give me a call to learn more about open houses, staging and closing a quick sale – J.P. Cook – 602-320-4253!

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1783 E Mulberry -- Prescott Valley, AZ 86314

$459,000

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,896 SqFt

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MLS # 6644241

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Outstanding home in desirable 55+/Victorian Estates, Gated Community, providing a Quiet, Peaceful, Safe location with easy access to all shopping, entertainment, hospitals, doctors, etc. Here is a 1896 Square Foot/One level with 2 spacious Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 2 Car Garage + Den & large Family Room/Media Room/Flex Room (Potential 3rd Bedroom), GREAT ROOM Concept, 2 Tone Paint, Crown Molding, Ceiling Fans, Wood Blinds, Wood Plank Tile, & Newer Carpet. Kitchen was upgraded in 2016 with Antique White Cabinetry, Dovetailed Drawers, GRANITE Countertops, Tile Backsplash, 2019 Stainless Steel Appliances (Including Fridge), built-in Pantry, & built-in China Hutch. Master is Spacious with His/Her Walk-In Closets, Dual Sinks under GRANITE Countertops, Full Tub with tile surround, & separate Shower with Glass Doors. Home also has Large Utility room w/Upper Cupboards w/(Washer/Dryer) Conveying. Has large Open Patio, Fenced Dog Run area for small dogs, Attic Storage, Security System, Security Screen Door, & is Walking Distance to Clubhouse & Pool.

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5363 E Santa Clara Drive San Tan Valley, AZ 85140

$459,000

4 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,222 SqFt

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MLS # 6658040

Property Type Single Family Residence

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NO HOA! Situated on a corner lot that is almost a quarter acre, this stunning 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home features a 2-car garage, a side-entry RV gate with RV hookup, 10ft entrance gate, and elegant stone details. Spacious great room with 12ft ceilings, recessed lighting, and stylish wood-look floors. The gourmet kitchen boasts granite countertops, white shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, subway tile backsplash, a pantry, and an island with a breakfast bar. The primary suite offers backyard access, a walk-in closet, and an en-suite with dual sinks. Enjoy a water softener system, a backyard oasis with a full-length covered patio, built-in BBQ, water feature, and lush turf. This home features a dual HVAC with a split system and a water softener system.

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3710 S 180th Lane Goodyear, AZ 85338

Open House

$459,000

3 Beds

3 Baths

1,955 SqFt

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MLS # 6691888

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Welcome home to this energy efficient single story home in Las Brisas, Goodyear! A very spacious open concept allows plenty of room for entertaining. With granite counters, a large kitchen island and finished back yard with turf the inside and outside merge seamlessly. The 3 large bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms mean that everyone has their own space to get ready. The three car tandem garage makes way for all your cars and extras. The solar on this home is a steal with a low monthly payment to own, keeping you cool in the summer at a minimal cost!

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20395 N Shadow Mountain Drive Surprise, AZ 85374

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$459,000

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,598 SqFt

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MLS # 6691261

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Welcome to your NEWLY UPDATED, OPEN CONCEPT home! This spacious home boosts new INTERIOR PAINT, new SHUTTERS throughout, new LVP flooring, new SHAKER cabinets and new QUARTZ counters in the kitchen, and a brand new A/C and FURNACE system! The Living area offers a dedicated space for a desk or sitting room. The Kitchen is a chef's dream! Stepping outside onto your large backyard patio, complete with a Built in BBQ and large covered area, you have plenty of shade and sun! This home is truly a MUST SEE!

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