There are a lot of ways you can effectively stage your home to snag the attention of potential buyers, but there are often a few extra things you can do to really engage the senses of your guests. If you’re hoping for an instant offer and are pulling out all the stops to sell your home, here are some ways you can emotionally engage with visitors to your home.
Carefully Choose Your Color Scheme
You probably already have a fairly distinct color palette in your home, from the couch you’ve purchased to the tone of your paint, but that doesn’t mean you can’t spice it up with a few carefully chosen pieces. Neutrals like white, brown and grey are a great place to start, but instead of letting the room speak for itself, add a punch of color – like bright pillows or a bold throw – that will add instant appeal and make your home a little more memorable. Just remember that it’s important to use colors and patterns that aren’t too bright, as these can overwhelm your space.
Remove Your Most Personal Items
Many homeowners think it’s a great idea to have a lot of personal items around to draw people into their house, but too many items like this can actually distract your guests and may even make them feel uncomfortable. Before organizing your open house, ensure that you remove excess personal items like fridge photographs and frayed posters. Instead, stick with items like artwork or coffee table books which will still exude personality but won’t make potential buyers feel like they’re intruding.
Consider The Sense Of Smell
The senses are often drastically under-appreciated when it comes to staging your home, but they can actually go a long way in getting a lot more interest. Because smell can provide other positive cues that merely looking cannot, baking some cookies or muffins beforehand can be a powerful means of providing a great first impression and making visitors feels like they’re home. The addition of room spray or music may also mean potential homebuyers won’t mind lingering a little longer.
Successfully staging a home can be a matter of common sense, but engaging a buyer’s emotions can go a long way towards making an even better impression. If you’re preparing to put your home on the market in the near future, contact me for more information – J.P. Cook – 602-320-4253.
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865 E Monte Vista Trail Wickenburg, AZ 85390
$3,500,000
5
Beds
7
Baths
7,880
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6659880
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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10416 N 52nd Street Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
$3,500,000
5
Beds
6
Baths
6,685
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6768580
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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$3,500,000
2
Beds
3
Baths
2,752
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6718632
Property Type
Apartment
Price Type
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$3,500,000
6
Beds
8
Baths
7,823
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6748395
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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$3,500,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
3,577
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6781179
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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$3,500,000
5
Beds
6
Baths
4,897
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6770772
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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$3,500,000
5
Beds
5
Baths
4,420
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6784725
Property Type
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Price Type
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$3,500,000
6
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,817
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6774272
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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9422 E Diamond Rim Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85255
$3,500,000
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,776
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6783778
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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$3,499,900
4
Beds
5
Baths
4,057
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6762063
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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29600 N 106th Place Scottsdale, AZ 85262
$3,499,000
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
5,162
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6814353
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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$3,499,000
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
5,169
SqFt
Status
Active
MLS #
6783994
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Price Type
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