Look Through the Home Staging

One of the best parts about the home buying process is going to look at the different houses.  Not only do you get different ideas from each house, but you get to fantasize about living there and making it your own.  However, most houses listed on the market are staged to sell. Realtors and professional home stagers alike are experienced and know how to make a house look its best and sometimes even better than its best.

Often, home stagers will remove or switch out furniture.  This makes the room look bigger than it actually is.  Before making an offer, make sure that your furniture will actually fit by taking measurements.  Also, make sure there is enough storage.  People selling their homes sometimes already have things packed away so the house looks like it has lots of room.  Make sure all of your stuff will fit.

It is important to remember that you are usually buying the house structure not the house as is.  Staging often makes a home look worth more than it actually is.  If you fall in love with the house AND the furniture, then ask your realtor® to include certain items that you love in the offer.

Also, just because a house looks clean, finished, and stable doesn't always mean it is.  Don’t let the home staging fool you.  I recommend a building inspection to any of my buyers purchasing a home.  This lets you know exactly what you are buying and what shape it is in.

If you are ready to start you house hunting, please let me know and I will be happy to show you homes and give you advice.

Sincerely,

Astra Mulawka
Sales Representative
Better Homes and Gardens
Real Estate Signature Service