Staging checklist

Written By Erika Hall

With buyers, it’s all about creating a great first impression! Before placing your home on the market, be sure to take a couple of days and finish up all of those little projects you’ve been meaning to get to. A little bit of TLC can go a long way! Here are some suggestions that will help you to get top market value::

General Maintenance

  • Oil squeaky doors

  • Replace burnt out lightbulbs

  • Touch up chipped paint

  • Repair leaking taps and toilets

  • Replace outdated lighting and plumbing fixtures

Curb Appeal

  • Trim shrubs and lawns

  • Weed and edge gardens

  • Touch up trim paint

  • Clean and tidy entrance

Spic and Span

  • Deep clean kitchen

  • Deep clean bathroom(s)

  • Clean appliances and under sinks

The Showing Atmosphere

  • Make use of plants and fresh flowers

  • Maintain a comfortable temperature

  • Introduce a pleasant scent

  • Turn on all lights

  • Pre-pack personal items like family photos

  • Pre-pack extremely unique décor items that will be distracting to prospective buyers

  • Open window blinds

The Spacious Look

  • Store excess furniture

  • Rearrange furniture as needed to

  • Maximize floor space

  • Clear counters and surfaces

  • Furnish each room according to its intended function

Erika Hall https://www.ErikaHallRealtor.com
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