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Planning an Open House? Don’t Forget These Key Preparations

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

If you’re planning on selling your home, you’re probably going to have open houses so that you can let buyers see for themselves the wonderful features of your home. How can you get the most impact from an open house? Now she wants to have an open house. The spring selling season is upon us.

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2024 is not the year to cut corners on staging — here’s why

Housing Wire

Additionally, an open house and the majority of showings will be in the first 30 days. Even vacant homes need staging: stage the living, dining, primary and exterior space as needed and add in some art and decor. As a listing agent , I pay for both a staging consultation and staging items as needed.

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Selling this spring? 12 ways to use Easter decor to attract buyers

Cornerstone

Spring also brings major holidays like Easter, giving sellers the chance to decorate for the season and set themselves apart. The past year has been unprecedented for the housing market. Mortgage rates reached new lows multiple times, and buyers took advantage of this surge in affordability by snapping up available houses.

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The art of gift-giving in real estate: A personal touch

Housing Wire

As we come out of the holidays, we’re cleaning up, throwing out tired-looking decorations and looking for a place for presents in the closets or cabinets. However, if you’re like many Americans, you’re probably planning to take at least some of those presents back to the store for a refund or exchange.

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Creating the Perfect Home Office in a Small Living Space

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Here are some tips on getting the right furnishings and decor for your space. Your furniture should be appropriate, and so should your decor. Often, decor should add to the professional image of your office. When selecting decor, focus on things that are natural. Getting Your Home Office Put Together.

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2022 Home Design Trends to Keep an Eye On

McKissock

Showcase Comfort and Versatility at Your Next Open House. Typically, open house staging implies stark, neutral furnishings and decor that are often moved from one open house to the next. Here’s how real estate agents can use these trends to their advantage in the field.

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Prepping for a Winter Sale

Lamacchia Realty

Make sure if you have an open house that there is easy access and that you put down ice-melt because an injured guest is the last thing you want. If you have decorative patios, retaining walls, and landscaping, it’s best to remove the snow so people can see how lovely the yard can be. Add Warm Seasonal Decor. Read More ».