Staging Benefits
How Does Staging Benefit Home Sellers?
Staged homes sell much more rapidly than non-staged homes do. Marketing experts indicate that staged homes sell 30 to 50% faster in most areas. This is important, because the longer a home is on the market, the more likely there will be a sales reduction. Buyers think that if a home has been on the market for some time, that there must be something wrong with it or that the seller will be anxious to sell and will take much less than the asking price.
First impressions are positive on staged homes, rather then negative.
Research has shown that buyers initially make up their mind in less than a minute on whether they want a home or not. Therefore, curb appeal is key. After a buyer's initial decision in the first minute, they will either confirm that decision or rescinded it in the next 6 to 20 minutes as they view your home.
Staged homes appear to be in “move-in ready" condition. Buyers overwhelmingly prefer homes where they can just move-in and start enjoying life in their new home. They will pay a premium for this.
When only 5% of the population can truly visualize how beautiful a home can be or see past the clutter, grime and so-so appearance; then staging becomes paramount for a fast sale at a great price.
Staged homes have a competitive advantage over other homes that are not staged.
Staged homes give off the appearance of being well-maintained and cared for. This is the underlying psychological message that is sent to potential buyers.
Appraisers see the home in a more positive light and are more likely to appraise the home higher than a similar non-staged home.
Properly staged homes are shown much more often by realtors. For they, enjoy showing a property that is attractive and excites buyers. Well staged homes are always at the top of the list when it comes to which homes an agent will show.
Homes that do not meet buyer’s exact criteria, but which are well staged, often get shown anyway. The reason is the agent feels that the beautifully staged home may be an exception to the buyer’s criteria.
Brokerage firms enjoy advertising beautifully staged homes, for they draw more business to their firm. You, as the seller, will benefit from their extra promotional materials and marketing.
The better homes show, the more that it will sell for. This is more dollars in your pocket. Non-staged homes are more likely to require price reductions in order to sell, versus staged homes, which are more likely to have a number of offers and possibly a bidding war over to sell over the asking price.
How do you prepare your home to sell for maximum dollars quickly and economically? Call Staged Homes of Delaware for professional expertise and proven real estate staging techniques, we turn any space into must-have space, maximizing its appeal for potential buyers.
Do you have additional questions?
Feel Free to contact Staged Homes of Delaware for all your Staging® needs at (302) 897-9094