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- “Remove all big clunky furniture. Oversize couches, chairs or coffee tables have to go. If you cannot replace them with smaller pieces, get rid of as much as you can — less is more.” HGTV
- “Don't run out and purchase all new furniture. Chances are the furniture you have is not the reason your space is not selling. You may just have too much of it in one area. Or perhaps it needs to be cleaned or just neutralized with a simple throw. Remove before you completely redo.” HGTV
- “Updating an old fireplace screen is a cheap (and quick) fix. After removing the screen and wiping it down to get rid of the dust, mask off the windows so you won't get paint on them. Then, using a can of heat-resistant spray paint, give the screen a facelift. Hold the can about 18 inches away, and use long, even strokes. For less than $5, you will have a fireplace screen that'll keep your sale from going up in smoke.” HGTV
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- “Rearrange your furniture. In the living room, symmetrical arrangements usually work well. Pull your furniture off the walls and use pairs (of sofas, chairs, lamps) to create an inviting conversation area.” Houzz
Bedrooms
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- “Stage rooms with one purpose so buyers will know what it is. Clear away clutter and excess furniture. Paint the walls a neutral tone and then furnish the room with a desk to stage it as a home office in which buyers will want to get down to business.” HGTV
- Use “extra” rooms wisely. An office? A guest room? Another kids' room? Whether you buy inexpensive furnishings, rent them, or borrow some from friends, making a real room out of a junk room will have a big payoff. Houzz
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- “Show how you can use awkward areas. If you have any room beneath the stairs, or a nook or alcove anywhere in your home, try to find a unique way to show it off. ” Houzz
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- “Buyers are usually looking for tons of storage space. If you leave closets half full, you’ll give the impression of there being more storage space throughout the property.” Easy Agent Pro
Master Bedroom
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- “A master bedroom should appeal to both sexes. Get rid of features that seem too gender-specific. Paint the walls a neutral color, and choose bedding that matches. Then accessorize with items that complement the overall color scheme.” HGTV
Bathrooms
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- “Don't replace a yucky shower door: Just scour it. A grimy glass shower door can really wash out your sale. Instead of replacing it, clean it with a mixture of one part muriatic acid and about 10 parts water. Scrub with steel wool. After wiping it down, reinstall the door…” HGTV
- “Turn your bathroom into a spa. “I recommend clients purchase solid white towels, rugs, and shower curtains when preparing to sell their home,” says Jessica Edwards, a Coldwell Banker real estate agent in Wilmington, NC. “These simple luxuries don’t cost much, but can make a significant difference in the feel of the room.” Plus, who can argue with white?” Parade Magazine
- “A new shower curtain is always a great small investment especially if the old one is smelly.” Easy Agent Pro
