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How to stage a home for sale on a budget

These tips on staging a home for sale will help you rake in the buyers, even in the slowest of real estate markets.

26 June 2024

HOME Magazine
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Boost your home's appeal with budget-friendly staging. Make a great first impression with strong street appeal by cleaning the exterior and refreshing the front door. Focus on the kitchen and bathroom—declutter, clean thoroughly, and make minor updates.

Create a blank canvas by depersonalising and clearing clutter to showcase space. Highlight practical features like storage and a dedicated workspace. Final touches like good lighting, fresh scents, and stylish accessories make a significant difference in attracting buyers.

First impressions count – start with street appeal

The big-ticket items – give the kitchen and bathroom a facelift

Create a blank canvas – you want the buyer to see themselves living there

Meticulous cleaning and a lack of clutter will allow the architectural highlights to shine. Image: John Williams

Form and function – making your spaces work for you

Appeal to the senses

Appeal to the senses. Adding flowers, plants, or a scented candle is always a lovely touch when staging a home for sale. Image: John Williams

Finishing touches – it’s the finer details that count

Enlist the professionals for luxury staging: How much does it cost to stage your home for sale?

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