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Is your listing market-ready? 🌿
Casa Di Vita
April 08, 2025
Spring buyers are ready—are your listings?
Hello! I’m Deepti 👋
From San Mateo to San Ramon đźš—, March staging projects have taken Henry and I all over the Bay Area as the spring market picks up! We are committed to help our clients to make their listings stand out with strategic and high-impact staging.
We’re staying busy this month, with limited availability until the last week of April. Reach out and let us help get your listing market-ready!
🏠We had a few conversations with agents and sellers this month specifically about getting the property market-ready. Here are few quick fixes that we always mention to maximize the ROI -
Fresh Paint - Neutral tones like soft white, greige, or warm beige instantly modernize a space and make rooms feel brighter and larger. Clean and classic white with cream undertones like the Benjamin Moore White Dove can never go wrong
Update Light Fixtures & Bulbs - Swapping dated fixtures for clean, contemporary ones—and making sure all bulbs match (soft white 2700-3000k)—can completely change the feel of a room.
Clean or Refinish Flooring - Scuffed wood floors or stained carpets can distract buyers. A deep clean or quick refresh gives the whole home a more polished look.
Add Curb Appeal - Simple touches like fresh mulch, potted plants, or a clean doormat make that all-important first impression count.
đź“ž Need more ideas? Contact us for a free consultation about our services!
Warm regards,
Overcoming Seller Hesitations About Home Staging
Some sellers resist staging because they believe their home is "good enough" or that buyers can "see past" the current setup. But in today's competitive market, first impressions sell homes—fast.
Here are the top seller objections to staging and how you, as their trusted realtor, can respond:
🚫 “My home looks fine the way it is.”
Reality: Buyers shop with emotion first and logic second. A well-staged home creates an emotional connection that makes buyers eager to submit strong offers.
💡 Realtor Tip: Show them online listing comparisons—staged homes stand out with bright, inviting photos that drive buyer traffic.
🚫 “I don’t want to spend more money before selling.”
Reality: Staging is an investment that helps sellers make more money. Professionally staged homes typically sell 3-30% over asking price and spend significantly less time on the market.
đź’ˇ Realtor Tip: Use real market data! Homes that sit too long often require price reductions far greater than the cost of staging.
🚫 “Can’t buyers just imagine the potential?”
Reality: Studies show that only 10% of buyers can visualize a home’s full potential. Clutter, outdated furniture, or empty spaces make it harder for buyers to see themselves living in the home.
💡 Realtor Tip: “We’re not decorating—we’re positioning your home to sell faster, for the highest price possible.”
🚫 “We’ll just wait and see how it does before staging.”
Reality: The first few weeks on the market are crucial. A home that doesn’t impress right away can lead to price cuts and lingering days on the market.
💡 Realtor Tip: Offer a “staging-ready” plan upfront, so sellers feel prepared before listing.
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