Published on October 17, 2019 - By Emily Huddleston
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With such a competitive housing market,
staging is a critical step in the home selling process. Not only does it make
your home stand out in listing photos, but it also helps it appeal to a wide
range of potential buyers. A well-staged home will mask years of wear and tear,
and can help it sell faster and for more money.
However, the simplest mistakes can be deal-breaking. Which
is why we asked home staging and design experts to share some of the biggest
staging mistakes they’ve encountered that can turn potential buyers off.
1. Starting without a
plan
One
of the biggest mistakes homeowners can make is not working with a professional
stager to create a plan for success when preparing their homes for sale.
Stagers look at the home in a holistic way and address potential items that
would deter a buyer from moving forward.