Staging a home creates a welcoming and warm environment that helps a prospective buyer better imagine themselves in the space. While you should aim to stage as many rooms as possible when selling your home, there are a few that ought to be priorities. Below, these rooms—as well as the benefits of staging—are discussed in more detail.

What Rooms Should I Stage?

You want to target the primary living spaces when staging a home: living rooms, master bedrooms and bathrooms, kitchens, finished basements, and patios or other outdoor areas. Basically, stage any room in which people customarily spend the bulk of their time.

In the living room and finished basement, arrange furniture in a conversational grouping. Place fresh flowers or live houseplants around the room to add color. In the master bedroom, invest in a new comforter. Make the bed and fluff the pillows. In the bathrooms, make sure that all surfaces are clean, including the toilet, sink, and shower. To create a unified look, purchase a matching bathroom set (garbage can, shower curtain, and bathmat). In the kitchen, polish all countertops, fixtures, and appliances. Store all sponges and cleaning products and organize cupboards. Finally, mow the lawn and clean the patio furniture. 

What Are the Benefits of Staging?

The main benefit that comes from staging a home is that it will increase the chances of a sale. Some estimates suggest that staged homes sell 73% faster than nonstaged homes. Also, strategic staging can make an old home or a home with condition issues look new and inviting, enhancing its appeal to potential buyers. 

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