Staging Checklist

Staging Checklist

1. Plan Ahead

• Walk through each room and criticize the home from a buyer’s perspective.
• Ask a few local real estate professionals for their advice.
• Consider getting a professional home inspection to see if any repairs are needed.
• Hire a contractor to handle any major projects.
• Consider getting an appraisal to find out your current market value.
• Hold a yard sale. Sell, donate or trash anything you don’t need.

2. Clean, Declutter and Depersonalize

• Thoroughly clean the entire home.
• Scrub tile in the kitchen and bathrooms.
• Clean hardwood floors.
• Steam clean carpets and drapes. Consider replacing carpet if stains are prominent.
• Get rid of all dust bunnies.
• Repair cracks and holes in the walls.
• Paint interior walls with neutral colors, like beige, cream or light pastels. Pale blues and greens are good for bathrooms.
• Remove excess and oversized furniture.
• Rearrange furniture to maximize space.
• Organize room closets and store out-of-season clothes.
• Remove all small appliances, toys, magazines and pet items.
• Remove family photos, personal collections and medications.
• Remove items from the garage and store them off site.
• Secure valuable items, including cash and jewelry.

3. Maximize Curb Appeal

• Paint the home’s exterior, including trim, doors and shutters.
• Check front door, doorbell, address number and welcome mat.
• Power wash the siding and windows.
• Inspect the roof and make repairs as needed.
• Repair cracks in the driveway and sidewalks.
• Sweep the entryway and walkways.
• Mow, water and fertilize the lawn.
• Trim shrubs and trees and rake the leaves.
• Plant colorful flowers and shrubs.
• Store any toys or equipment lying on the yard.
• Clean up pet droppings.
• Clean the gutters and downspouts.

4. Pay Attention to Kitchens and Bathrooms

• Mop and wax/polish the floors.
• Clear the countertops.
• Replace outdated hardware.
• Clean appliances and fixtures.
• Clean and organize the pantry, cabinets and drawers.
• Replace old caulking around sinks and bathtubs.
• Remove stains from sinks, toilets and bathtubs.
• Keep all toilet seat lids closed.
• Hang fresh towels.

5. Appeal to the Senses

• Bake cookies or burn scented candles.
• Offer light refreshments.
• Install higher wattage incandescent light bulbs to brighten rooms.
• Turn on all the lights.
• Open windows to let in fresh air.
• Open curtains or blinds to let in natural light and show off views.
• Turn off TVs.
• Relocate pets on the day of the open house.
• Refrain from smoking in the home.

6. Show Off Your Home’s Best Features

• Remove rugs to show off hardwood floors.
• Pull back drapes to showcase nice views.
• Stage the front porch or deck with furniture and potted plants.
• Make sure fireplaces are in working condition.
• Clean the backyard and pool area.

7. Prepare for the Open House

• Hold an exclusive brokers’ open house to let local agents know your home is on the market. Offer food and refreshments.
• Inform family, friends and neighbors of the date and time of your open house.
• Put ads in local newspapers, real estate publications and on free Web sites like Craigslist.com.
• Put up “Open House” signs on the front lawn and at nearby intersections with directions to the house.
• Create property description sheets and prepare important documents, such as homeowner’s association rules, inspection reports and purchase offer forms.

Matthew Taylor

Hey there, I’m Matthew Taylor. I work with individuals and families looking to buy or sell real estate  in Regina and all surrounding areas who are looking for professional, responsive, and honest service to find the property that is best for them and sell their home in the quickest amount of time for the most amount of money. I want my clients to be the most informed, educated, and knowledgeable when purchasing or selling a home. I’ve been a Realtor® for a few years and I’ve served over 10 families to date. The best praise I’ve ever received from a client was:

“As first time home buyers we were nervous, we didn’t know anything about the real-estate market. Mathew Taylor was an amazing realtor to work with , he answered all our questions and made sure we were taken care of. He truly had our best interest in mind in helping us find the perfect home for our little family . We have nothing but good things to say about Matthew and just keep up the good work”.

Helping people to find the perfect home for them like that, makes me so proud and drives everything I do. If you’re looking for a Realtor who truly has your best interests at heart, Then we might be a good fit. I’ve earned two degrees, one in music performance and another in music education. When I’m not helping people find their perfect home, I can be found playing music, teaching music to kids, spending time with my family and friends, or volunteering at the YWCA. Want to learn more about how we can work together? Call or text me at 306-988-7554.