C&G’s Guide to Staging Your Home for Sale

Tips & Advice

It’s no secret – presentation is paramount for impressing your buyers. Whether you’re hosting your open inspection in person or virtually, you want to leave your audience with a memorable first impression. So how can you achieve this? This latest C&G blog is full of styling tips for ensuring your home stands out!

It’s always worth investing in presentation to improve your property’s market reception. Just as a well-merchandised storefront attracts customers, a beautifully styled interior will attract buyers. And a superior product will always sell faster. Melbourne’s property market is competitive, and by presenting a beautiful listing you’ll attract people that might otherwise have scrolled past. 
Keep it neutral.
You’ve made your home your own, but it’s now time to showcase each room’s potential. Your buyer will be attracted to a house in which they can envision their future lives. This may mean removing family photos and personal items such as trophies and certificates. We recommend choosing a neutral colour scheme and matching your furniture and décor around it, to create flow and unify each room.
Clean and de-clutter.
Your buyer is looking for a clean slate to start their lives, and an empty-as-possible house will achieve that. We recommend engaging a professional cleaning service to perform a thorough clean, leaving you with a spacious and sparkling space! This will immediately put buyers in a good mood, and they’ll appreciate that the home has been well-cared for. 
Tackle any potential turn-offs.
This could involve polishing out scratches on floorboards, oiling creaky door handles or lifting carpet stains. Investing in some landscaping will also improve your curb appeal. Small imperfections may not bother you, but choosy buyers may perceive them as a sign of neglect. They want to move into a home that won’t cost them in immediate repairs.
Upgrades are worth it.
Investing in upgrades will always prove rewarding! This could be as simple as freshening up your walls with a fresh coat of paint, or revamping your kitchen to dazzle your buyers. Kitchens are a main selling point, so they should be prioritised if your budget allows for it. Buyers will be impressed with modern finishes and appliances, especially if they intend to spend most of their time in that space. Where possible, clear your benches and surfaces to showcase space.  
Time for the final touches.
Final touches may be small, but they could make all the difference! Add matching towels to your bathroom, spruce up your living room with a neutral yet gorgeous rug, or simply touch up cracks and skirtings. 
Selling a home is rewarding, which explains why Chisholm and Gamon have been doing so in beautiful Bayside Melbourne for so long! Whether selling has just crossed your mind or you’re well into the planning process, do not hesitate to reach out with questions or concerns. We’re here to help you achieve all your real estate goals!

It’s always worth investing in presentation to improve your property’s market reception. Just as a well-merchandised storefront attracts customers, a beautifully styled interior will attract buyers. And a superior product will always sell faster. Melbourne’s property market is competitive, and by presenting a beautiful listing you’ll attract people that might otherwise have scrolled past. 

Keep it neutral.

You’ve made your home your own, but it’s now time to showcase each room’s potential. Your buyer will be attracted to a house in which they can envision their future lives. This may mean removing family photos and personal items such as trophies and certificates. We recommend choosing a neutral colour scheme and matching your furniture and décor around it, to create flow and unify each room.

Clean and de-clutter.

Your buyer is looking for a clean slate to start their lives, and an empty-as-possible house will achieve that. We recommend engaging a professional cleaning service to perform a thorough clean, leaving you with a spacious and sparkling space! This will immediately put buyers in a good mood, and they’ll appreciate that the home has been well-cared for. 

Tackle any potential turn-offs.

This could involve polishing out scratches on floorboards, oiling creaky door handles or lifting carpet stains. Investing in some landscaping will also improve your curb appeal. Small imperfections may not bother you, but choosy buyers may perceive them as a sign of neglect. They want to move into a home that won’t cost them in immediate repairs.

Upgrades are worth it.

Investing in upgrades will always prove rewarding! This could be as simple as freshening up your walls with a fresh coat of paint, or revamping your kitchen to dazzle your buyers. Kitchens are a main selling point, so they should be prioritised if your budget allows for it. Buyers will be impressed with modern finishes and appliances, especially if they intend to spend most of their time in that space. Where possible, clear your benches and surfaces to showcase space.  

Time for the final touches.

Final touches may be small, but they could make all the difference! Add matching towels to your bathroom, spruce up your living room with a neutral yet gorgeous rug, or simply touch up cracks and skirtings. 

Selling a home is rewarding, which explains why Chisholm and Gamon have been doing so in beautiful Bayside Melbourne for so long! Whether selling has just crossed your mind or you’re well into the planning process, do not hesitate to reach out with questions or concerns. We’re here to help you achieve all your real estate goals!

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