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30 inspiring curb appeal ideas to make a lasting first impression

Housing Wire

A smooth, freshly sealed driveway or decorative stone edging can give an instant lift, signaling that the home is well-cared for. Install decorative pavers or bricks (Cost: $$$ ) Pavers or bricks add texture and style to pathways and driveways, creating a custom look that enhances the property’s overall curb appeal.

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Virtual staging: The best apps for 2025 + mind-blowing AI picks

Housing Wire

Once uploaded, we used the available tools in each app to remove the furniture from the photo and virtually stage it using the luxury decor setting or its nearest equivalent. The app allows you to select from various room and decor styles, remove furniture and even change walls, flooring, cabinets and countertops quickly and easily.

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Sell more homes: 17 home staging tips for real estate agents

Housing Wire

For example, if a fireplace mantel is empty from photographs being removed, consider filling the empty space with a few decorative pieces that add to the overall aesthetic of the home. Using neutral pieces of art or decorative throw pillows can add a little flare without going too far over the top.

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EXCLUSIVE: ‘Ugliest House in America’ Host Retta Is Left Stunned by Wild ‘Exhibitionist’ Home Decor: ‘What Was This Guy Doing?’

Realtor

From the moment she entered the home, the HGTV starlet couldn’t stop questioning the somewhat out-of-the-box design choices that had been made by the home’s original owner, from an interior wall made entirely of glass to an array of glow-in-the-dark decor that lights the property up like a “funhouse.”

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Cosmetic tweaks to help sell your house fast

Housing Wire

Keep Decor & Colors Neutral. That doesn’t mean you have to spend hours decorating your exterior. A bad smell can deter a potential buyer, which isn’t what you want. Before showing your home, consider lighting a candle or baking some chocolate chip cookies. This way, your home will smell inviting.

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The best real estate closing gifts for 2025

Housing Wire

If you’re unsure of their taste in decor, order them a curated charcuterie box from Boarderie. It blends easily with any decor and is practical and functional. Plus, this is a pretty neutral piece of home decor, increasing the likelihood that the client will hang it in their home.

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Dorm decor goes luxe as students opt for high-end designers

Inman

The trend of parents and college students shopping at budget-friendly stores like Target and IKEA for DIY dorm decor may be fading as more students are turning to professional interior designers for their dorm rooms, The New York Times reported on Friday.