Staging New Hampshire

Many sellers are incapable of seeing their house from a buyer's perspective and remain clueless as to why there haven't been any showings or offers.  If you are serious about selling your house, you need to ask yourself this question, "Who would want to buy my old shoes?"

Over the years, a house becomes victim to the lifestyle of it's occupants.  Furniture ends up arranged for comfort and convenience.  Maintenance falls behind due to lack of money, time or motivation.   Vacations and expenses are priority over home improvement projects.  For most homeowners, with stressful schedules, and busy lifestyles, home decor and style are at the bottom of their priority list.

To the outside world, the house may be dated and worn...to the homeowner inside, it's safe and comfortable and has served them well. 

 It's like your favorite, most comfortable shoes...

they are comfortable because they have been worn and stretched and molded to fit your feet. 

 They may be priceless to you for their comfort, but they are worthless to anyone else. 

 No one wants to wear your used old shoes.

The more evidence there is of your life, spread throughout the house, the less likely buyers will be able to visualize the house as theirs. 

 The stronger your presence in the house,  the more "used" the house feels.

The more used it feels, the less valuable it becomes.

Offer buyers a clean, new looking shoe instead of a worn, used one and they will be more willing to try it on. 

 And you know what they say...

If the shoe fits...

If you are in the process of preparing your house for sale, it is important that you realize that your actions at this point will determine your future success.  Once listed, a house on the market ages quickly. 

You only get one shot at your "just listed" fifteen minutes of fame out in the buyers' pool. 

If you don't grab someone's attention in the first two weeks, your chances of getting your asking price start to diminish.

 The difference between multiple offers and price reductions can be a direct result of your preparation.

Today's buyers want move-in ready properties.  They scan MLS photos looking for houses that appeal to them visually and emotionally and that require no improvements. 

They are looking for a house that they can visualize as their home. 

How you present your house, and how it measures up against the competition, is the key to appealing to buyers and the difference between making money and losing money.

 A little effort now, to properly prepare your house, is well worth the time and investment. 

Many sellers invest money, time, and energy on the wrong improvements and find their house sitting instead of selling.  Know the facts and prepare smart. 

For more information on preparing your house for sale:

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