Staging Tips & Tricks

First Impressions/Exterior

  • Ensure the lawn is well-manicured, with trimmed edges and no visible weeds.
  • Check for any cracks or damage in the driveway and walkways.
  • Clean and make any repairs/replacements to front door as needed.
  • Assess the condition of the mailbox, house numbers, and exterior lighting fixtures.
  • Look for any signs of rot or water damage on the siding and trim.


Entryway/First Impressions

  • Check the condition of the flooring for any scratches or stains.
  • Ensure the entryway is well-lit with clean light fixtures.
  • Assess the functionality of the coat closet and recommend decluttering if necessary.
  • Look for any scuff marks or damage on the walls that may need touching up.
  • Bring out the listing box!


Living Room

  • Evaluate the condition of the furniture and recommend replacing or reupholstering worn pieces if necessary.
  • Check for any scratches or stains on the flooring and recommend professional cleaning or refinishing if needed.
  • Assess the condition of the fireplace and mantel, and recommend cleaning or staging with decorative accents.
  • Look for any visible cords or cables and recommend hiding them or using cord organizers to maintain a clean appearance.


Kitchen

  • Check the condition of the countertops for any chips or scratches.
  • Evaluate the functionality of the cabinets and drawers and recommend repairing any loose hinges or handles.
  • Assess the condition of the appliances and recommend cleaning or updating if necessary.
  • Look for any signs of water damage around the sink and recommend repairing or replacing the faucet if needed.


Dining Room

  • Evaluate the size and layout of the dining table and recommend downsizing if it overwhelms the space.
  • Assess the condition of the flooring and recommend professional cleaning or refinishing if necessary.
  • Look for any signs of water damage or leaks on the ceiling and recommend addressing the issue before listing the property.
  • Check the condition of any built-in storage or display cabinets and recommend decluttering and organizing if necessary.


Primary Bedroom

  • Evaluate the size and layout of the bed and recommend rearranging furniture to optimize space if needed.
  • Assess the condition of the bedding and recommend replacing or updating if worn or outdated.
  • Look for any signs of water damage or leaks around windows and recommend addressing the issue before listing the property.
  • Check the condition of the closet doors and recommend repairing or replacing them if they stick or squeak.

Other Bedrooms

  • Evaluate the size and layout of the bed and recommend rearranging furniture to optimize space if needed.
  • Assess the condition of the bedding and recommend replacing or updating if worn or outdated.
  • Look for any signs of water damage or leaks around windows and recommend addressing the issue before listing the property.
  • Check the condition of the closet doors and recommend repairing or replacing them if they stick or squeak.


Additional Bathrooms

  • Check the condition of the grout and caulk around the bathtub and recommend resealing if necessary.
  • Evaluate the functionality of the vanity and recommend replacing or refinishing if outdated.
  • Assess the condition of the mirrors and recommend cleaning or replacing if they are damaged or discolored.
  • Look for any signs of mold or mildew and recommend addressing the issue before listing the property.


Closets and Storage Areas

  • Evaluate the organization of shelves and recommend installing additional storage solutions if needed.
  • Check for any signs of pests or rodents and recommend addressing the issue before listing the property.
  • Assess the condition of the flooring and recommend cleaning or replacing if stained or damaged.
  • Look for any signs of water damage or leaks and recommend addressing the issue before listing the property.


General Recommendations

  • Evaluate the overall flow and functionality of the home and recommend rearranging furniture or removing clutter to improve traffic flow.
  • Assess the condition of the walls and recommend patching and painting any holes or scuff marks.
  • Check for any signs of odors or pet stains and recommend deep cleaning or deodorizing if necessary.
  • Look for any signs of water damage or leaks in the attic or basement and recommend addressing the issue before listing the property.

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