Staging your home to sell isn’t just about making your home look good. You need to show its potential for relevant and local buyers. For example, an attractive, modern home office setup won’t appeal to as many buyers in a rural farming community. If you want your home to sell quickly at the best value, you’ll want to know how to style and stage it to maximize its potential. Declutter and Clean (Twice) Beyond the home’s style and color choices, interested buyers will be quick to spot clutter and cleaning issues more than anything else. While these issues are cosmetic and typically easily remedied, they can deter buyers who fear the home hasn’t been well-maintained, especially with older homes. Remove all clutter from countertops and tables, putting them away in drawers. Clear out closets for photography and tours. Box up the excess clutter if you don’t have space for it.…
