Staged to Move assists Realtors® and sellers prepare homes for sale so they appeal to more buyers, sell faster and attract better offers in any market!
Home staging doesn’t necessarily mean major redecorating or expense; often we can make a difference using what you already own!
Staged to Move evaluates the property objectively using “buyer’s eyes”, making recommendations to showcase its best selling features.
A house that is too full - or too empty hinders a buyer’s feelings of “home”.
Buyers who can envision themselves living in the home will be compelled to make an offer.
An investment in HOME STAGING will always be less than the first price reduction!
Proven Results
From a Coldwell Banker survey on 2,772 properties, ranging in price from $229,000 (U.S.) to $4.8 million, in eight major U.S. cities:
- Staged homes sold in under 13.8 days on average; un-staged homes were on the market for nearly 31 days.
- Staged homes went for 6.3% over the seller’s asking price on average; un-staged homes sold for 1.6% more.
What results in the greatest ROI for Home Sellers? From a 2007 HomeGain survey of 4,000 Realtors:
Project |
Price Increase |
Return on Investment |
Stage home for sale |
$1,938 - 2,431 |
343% |
Lighten & brighten |
$1,178 - 1,566 |
355% |
Clean and de-clutter |
$1,505 - 1,937 |
578% |
From 2005 & 2006 Maritz Research polls:
- 79% of sellers are willing to spend up to $5,000 to prepare their house ready for sale; working with an experienced staging professional maximizes your R.O.I.
- 63% of buyers were willing to pay more money for a house that is move-in ready.
- Men (41%) are more likely to place a premium on updated décor than women (30%).
- The top three interior selling features for selling were freshly painted walls, organized storage space and current flooring – an experienced staging professional will address all three.
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