Shanaz Kanga

This is a common question I get when talking to people considering a home sale. My answer is always yes to stage. It could shorten the selling time of your house and time is money that could stay in your own pocket.

So what are the benefits of staging a house? Staging is an opportunity for you to put your best foot forward. Buyers have a hard time visualizing space. It is important to de-clutter, remove extra furniture, heavy drapery and neutralize the colors. The human brain finds it easy to process Balance and Symmetry so it is extremely important to bring those into your space to create a sense of “familiarity”.

Simple strategies to reorganize your space – Create a Focal point, Light and Flow of space.

• Having a focal point such as a well-dressed fireplace allows the eyes to “rest” while the brain is processing the space. This can draw attention to the strengths within the room and de-emphasize the lesser features of the room. 
• Light – There must be plenty of it! You can create drama with artificial light and let in natural light by opening up drapes and blinds. Toss heavy curtains and leave windows clean and bare if there isn’t enough light. 
• Flow of space – The placement of furniture in the space must allow for plenty of open room to “lead” the eye and allow it to rest momentarily on an object. Smaller conversation areas set apart, create visual traffic lanes and allow positive energy to flow through the spaces.

If you have any questions about selling your home including how to prepare, price and stage your home, please contact me for a free consultation at 770-707-6218 or email me at Shanaz.Kanga@harrynorman.com