Stager On Holidays, Sort Of...

We recently stayed with an older gentleman who lives alone. He loves to read and wanted to display his sports trophies, but his books were piling up and his trophies as displayed, were hard to dust. He consented for us to organize a little. The purpose was not to sell or stage, just to lighten the workload for him and make space for our visit.
A solution was to introduce shelves for his books, and also the trophies. Although a closed unit with glass doors would keep dust off, we used an open unit to make the books very accessible. He was pleased with the changes, and also that the shelves fit on top of his cabinet which he wanted to keep for extra storage.

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Check It "Out"

Outdoor buildings can become weathered over time. When you see them in your yard everyday you hardly notice, but they may detract from the appeal of your home and spell w-o-r-k to a potential buyer. Make your shed or garage a positive extra in the sale by keeping it in good repair.

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Birdhouse detail.

For What It's Worth

Most people own a few valuables, whether they are irreplaceable keepsakes or expensive belongings. Staging, showing, and selling your home results in a lot more rearranging and traffic than usual, which is important to consider for keeping your valuables safe. To reduce the risk of breakage, theft or loss during the selling process consider the following:

1. Store or remove valuables prior to staging to avoid damage when rearranging furniture.
2. Prepack them for the move so they are not displayed during open houses.
3. Ensure they are adequately insured. Jewelry, for example, may only have limited coverage under your regular homeowners' insurance.

De-Coat That Entrance!

As seasons change in Canada, entryways get filled with a mix of summer and winter clothing. To keep things tidy and entryways functional, it helps to move clothing you will not use for the upcoming season into a separate closet or storage area. Reduce the amount of clothing so there is adequate space for everything you use.

Before: Many coats clutter an entryway as winter approaches.

After: Not "staged", but organized storage areas are more attractive to buyers, and more functional for homeowners.

A FREE Way to Add Value to Your Home

Most home improvements cost money, but there's a way to add value to your home, make it nicer for you to live in, and maybe even earn a little cash at the same time. Buyers will pay more for organized storage areas. Rearranging your stored belongings can provide breathing room and a sense of order that makes the home more appealing. And selling unused belongings can generate a little spending money for something new.

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