Why does one home sell more quickly than another? It often boils down to whether buyers can envision themselves in a clean, fresh space decorated to today’s standards.
Which would you rather purchase: the dark home filled with clutter, dated furniture and lace doilies draped over every available surface; or the cozy bungalow with artfully placed throws, fresh baked cookies displayed under a cake dome in the kitchen and thriving plants in the primary bedroom?
Staging, or furnishing, a house is comparable to getting dressed for a first date. You want your home to be seen in its most attractive light, so potential buyers can’t bear to be separated from it. This professional service gives every room a purpose and emphasizes functionality, allowing buyers to envision how they will use each space. Whether your home is completely empty or incorporates a blend of new furniture and your existing pieces, stagers can create an atmosphere that resonates with home buyers.
Home staging has a huge effect on both a property’s number of days on market and its selling price. It has the power to generate multiple offers, which leads to a higher sales price.
According to a 2023 study published by The Zebra, “A professionally staged home spends 73% less time on the market compared to those without staging.” In addition, “85% of staged homes sold for 5 to 23% over their listing price.”
Agents pitching AI staging as a premium offering minimize a crucial point in the process. Prospective buyers who view an AI staged property online and then walk into a cold, empty box can end up feeling, in a word, “duped.”
While staying technologically current is vital, “old school” physical staging is the difference between showing someone a house and letting them experience a home. Offering a skilled interior designer’s personal touch and real, quality furniture extends a courtesy to potential buyers. It demonstrates respect for their experience and their time, showing them that the home they fell in love with online actually exists in the real world.
The REALTORS® at Jill Team go above and beyond for each of our clients. We make sure that all of our listings look their best…in real life. Our dedicated interior designer has 12,000 square feet of warehouse space at her disposal, filled with high-end furniture and accessories. She can also work with your existing things, adding décor and seasonal pops of color to keep your listing relevant.
Best of all, staging with Jill Team—coordinating movers and moving trucks, working with what people already own and blending it together—is included with our listing, at no extra charge; so it’s crazy not to take the opportunity to make your home look like it’s straight out of an HGTV segment! Jill Team’s professional decorator is always available for consultations, even before you list your house.
Discover how showcasing your home through staging can help you sell in the least amount of time, for the most money. Visit jill@teamjill.com or call 937-689-2858.