Ever hear the phrase, "smart people know what they don't know?"
Smart realtors and home-builders know when it's time to invite a home stager to be part of their team. They understand that this team member is just as important as all the other aspects of their real estate business.
Here are 10 reasons why:
Reason #1
Sellers need to understand that their home has just become a house. Once the house is listed it changes into a commodity to be sold instead of their beloved family home. During the home staging process, sellers realize it's not about them anymore. They then become excited about the changes they need to make and quickly make the mental shift from dweller to seller.
Reason #2
A stager provides the unbiased eye of the potential purchaser. We all spend so much time making our houses our own that it's virtually impossible to be objective enough to see what a potential buyer will see.
Reason #3
A stager knows that a potential buyer is swayed by decor. We have all seen a house that seems lifeless due to the seller's decor or the fact that the home is vacant. A stager knows how to take a house from blah and lifeless to WOW. Buyers will say, "I want to make an offer!"
Reason #4
A home stager is able to identify the positives and negatives of the property. With training and skill stagers know how to accent the positives and downplay the negatives.
Reason #5
A home stager will always pay attention to detail sending the message the property has been well maintained and cared for.
Reason #6
A home stager makes properties warm and inviting. This is especially true in new construction or vacant properties. By setting the mood, potential purchasers can imagine themselves living in the space and can't wait to make it their very own home.
Reason #7
A home stager will turn a very personal home into the commodity it is and get it sold.
Reason #8
After working with a home stager the seller is confident their property is the best it can be. No more nagging doubts about whether or not they have done all they can do. The seller can be confident their property stands head and shoulders above the competition.
Reason #9
A home stager is able to provide a list of practical tips and suggestions as well as daily tidy up tips to ensure the property remains looking its best.
Reason #10
A home stager knows how to create that "model home" look sellers are drawn to.
