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WHAT IS HOME STAGING?

Home Staging has been proven to be the best way to get top dollar for your home as you prepare it for sale.  Home Staging is the art of creating the most appealing environment that is instantly welcoming and provides an emotional impact so buyers will see the full potential of living in the home and remember your property long after they have left.   Staging sets the scene throughout the house by arranging furnishings and décor to enhance the best features of a property, minimize any weaknesses, and clearly define the spaces so that potential buyers can see themselves living in the home. 

IS STAGING NECESSARY AND DOES IT REALLY WORK?

Statistics show that staged homes sell faster and for more money than comparable non-staged homes.  If your home does not show well it will be on the market longer, and longevity in the market means a reduction in price.  The investment in staging is always less than a price reduction and a staged home is always more appealing than an empty or cluttered house.

Did you know that the majority of the population does not have the ability to see an empty space and imagine what it would look like furnished?  Do not leave the potential buyers to wonder.  Staging creates a welcoming feel in the home and allows buyers to mentally move in and envision a lifestyle that they desire. 

Staging is also very important for occupied homes as it helps homeowners focus on de-cluttering, simplifying their home and defining the spaces appropriately so the property is the most appealing it can be.

With over 80% of all potential homebuyers searching online before they request a showing, online photos reflecting the look of the house are more important than ever before.  We know how to stage your home so it looks picture perfect both in photos and in person. 

DOESN'T A VACANT ROOM LOOK BIGGER WITHOUT FURNITURE?

Actually furniture defines a room in more ways than one.  A small room feels larger once it is properly furnished because your eye has something to relate the space to.  Some buyers may think that they can't fit their furniture in an empty room as they generally imagine their furniture is larger than it really is.  Staging demonstrates the scale of furniture in the space so buyers aren't left to wonder. 

On the other hand, an oversized room can feel overwhelming and buyers are often concerned about what to do with the space.  Staging can make these large spaces feel more livable and cozy once furnished.  It can also provide a creative layout to the space that shows the full potential of the room.

AFTER WATCHING MANY HGTV SHOWS, CAN'T I DO IT MYSELF?

Many people feel that staging is the same as decorating, however there are specific differences.  Decorating is personalizing a space to suit a particular taste.  Home Staging is de-personalizing a space and making it appealing to the widest range of potential buyers. 

It is difficult to capture all the staging techniques that are required to best prepare a home for sale from a television program.  Staging is most successful when done by an experienced professional stager.  Synergy Staging is trained in the proven methods of staging a home.  We understand the use of color, the importance of scale, and proper placement of furniture and décor to prepare a home for sale.  We also have the ability to view the home as a potential buyer would without any emotional attachment to the property.  In addition, Synergy Staging has an extensive inventory of  furniture and décor which enables us to place the just the right furnishings in the home that a typical homeowner would otherwise have to provide on their own.

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO STAGE MY HOME?

The best time to stage your property is before it goes on the market.  Buyers, as well as Realtors, form their impression of your home just seconds after walking through the door.  First impressions are everything.  Also, the internet has become the primary tool for buyers in search of the perfect home.  Flyers and websites need to have photos of your staged home to create maximum interest.  Photos of empty rooms or photos of over-furnished and cluttered rooms can put off buyers and reduce interest in the property.  Make sure your home is staged before your first Open House in order to capitalize on the interest of a new listing. 

WHAT DOES HOME STAGING COST?

The cost of staging can vary depending on whether it is a vacant or lived in property.  Please see our Services Page for details on staging fees.  Staging should be viewed as an investment, not an expense, because it adds value to your home.  And remember, the investment in staging is always less than a price reduction. 

WHY SHOULD I CHOOSE SYNERGY STAGING TO STAGE MY PROPERTY?

Synergy Staging provides professional home staging designed specifically for your property.  We have helped numerous Realtors and owners throughout Portland sell their homes faster time and time again. 

We use our extensive inventory to provide creative Home Staging that suits the unique style of each home.  Upon completion your home will look warm and inviting as if someone lives there - not cold and sparse with standard packages from furniture rental companies.  Now that over 80% of buyers shop for homes on-line, we will make your home look picture perfect in photos and in person.  We know how to create a vision of a lifestyle that buyers are looking for and achieve a dramatic first impression they will not soon forget. 

We pride ourselves on exceeding client expectations and work closely with our clients to meet timeframes and budgets. 
As our name indicates, we work together with Realtors and homeowners to help sell their properties faster and in turn help their Buyers see the potential of living in their new home.

With more properties than ever currently on the market throughout the Portland, Oregon metro area, Synergy Staging will ensure that your home stands out from the rest of your competition.

 

 
 

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