Staged 2 $ell

When living in a space you are trying to stage for sale, there are some key things to consider. Here's a check list you can use to help you decide what to keep out, what to pack, and what to dump.  There's no need filling up your new space with useless items.  That's how you become a hoarder!

When you've decluttered your room, it's okay to hide SOME stuff in the storage that has to stay to stay.  Just remember to take your persona item out of site and that includes night time personal items on your nightstand, pictures on the wall or dresser, and shoes under the bed or overflowing hamper in the corner. We don't have to see all of that. Always make your bed and fix any crocked art work and area rugs. KEEP IT SIMPLE & CLEAN.

     

Hallways are EASY to update and can make a great impact to your space.  They should be clear of EVERYTHING!! Every room will be peeked into so don't think closing the doors to your home office, kids room or that "junk room" will do the trick.  The halls should be vacuum or mopped, baseboard and door trims dusted, all doors and walls wiped of fingerprints and scuffing. Check all doors to ensure no creaking when opening (sometimes we get used to stuff like that but your potential buyer are looking for reasons to low-ball your asking prince- that got your attention). If possible, add some nice generic artwork and a soft area rug will will brighten up any long boring hallway.

       

   

Kitchens are usually the most used room after the bathroom. If your budget is tight (and that's a great thing. Best time to amp up your creativity is when things are tight!) a simple cabinet paint make over and some de-cluttering can make your kitchen the heart of your home once again.  All you need is a clean bright SATIN or HIGH-GLOSS paint (this will make it easier to wipe down the cabinets), new or repolished drawer hardware, some elbow grease to clean and polish the appliances, and some nice fresh flowers to add the magazine feeling to the space. 

                       

 

This is what you get when you don't give up on your space.  You just might be sad when you actually sale. Have fun and BE CREATIVE!!!

Here are some ways to better organize you space.  When complete, step back into the room and give it an overall glance.  Be as critical as possible and make any adjustments to give it the look of complete perfection.

Bedroom

☑ Decide what you want at your fingertips and what things can be stored

☑ Go through your closet and pull out everything you have not worn in the last year and donate those items

☑ Hang like items together—group shirts together, pants together, dresses, etc.

☑ Donate to local charities or friends and family items that are still in good condition but you no longer need. Schedule a donation pick up with your local thrift store.

Kitchen

☑ Determine the flow of activity in your kitchen before you decide where to place items

☑ Things that work together should be stored together, such as baking supplies, plastic containers (with lids), pots and pans with lids, and large platters and bowls

☑ Drawer dividers are a good way to keep smaller items separated

☑ Place glasses near the sink or the refrigerator for easy access to beverages

Home Office/Den

☑ Make sure you have a good chair, good lighting and ample workspace. Without them it’s harder to be organized and effective.

☑ Keep only supplies you need on a daily basis on your desktop neatly organized in visually pleasing appropriate receptacles.

☑ Assign a contained space or “in-box” for your incoming documents and only use it for items that haven’t yet been reviewed such as paper mail, receipts, and catalogs.

☑ Make a decision about what action or task you need to take with each document (including recycling) and follow through during dedicated “admin” appointments

☑ Keep the most recent papers in the front of the file. Whenever you open it, the current information will be on top.

Garage

☑ Sort, purge, and then decide the proper storage containers or fixtures for the treasures that you must keep

☑ Design a floor plan for storing items and stick to it.  Get durable construction tape and designate a location for everything.

☑Get rid of things that don’t work or if you have multiple items of the same thing, time to pick one and donate/gift the others.

☑ Clearly label both the tops and the sides of containers.

☑ Consider floor-to-ceiling possibilities for shelving, racks, stackable drawers, hooks and pegboards, and don’t forget the rafters.

REMEMBER: When you are done organizing, make sure you donate clothes, books, furniture and other household items to a local charity.