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First Impressions At Your Open House

February 08, 2012 (posted by Jennifer Campbell, Home Staging Calgary)
See the difference home staging makes.

After: Vignette shot of countertops, freshly
squeezed orange juice and a healthy breakfast recipe.

You never get a second chance to make a first impression! It’s important to keep your home in top form for your open house.
 
Buyers rank the following as deciding factors when purchasing a home: storage/organization, freshly painted walls and current flooring (86%), location and size (78%), kitchen (52%) and curb appeal (22%). Make sure these areas/features are spotless, organized and showcased.
 
What message should you communicate to your open house visitors?

  • Curb appeal – This home is welcoming.
  • Front entry – This home is fresh, appealing and spacious.
  • Kitchen – This kitchen is organized, clean and will promote our
    healthy lifestyle.
  • Bathrooms – This space is clean, functional and feels like a spa.
  • Bedrooms – This space is comfortable and relaxing, I can unwind here.
  • Living/Family/Bonus Rooms – This space would be perfect for entertaining/relaxing/spending time with my family.
  • Closets – There is lots of storage space here, I can fit my…

 
By following these tips you are not only helping prospective buyers envision living in your property, you are communicating to them that your that your house has been well maintained and is move-in ready. Leave them with a lasting impression as they open the front door!


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