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		<title>Statistics show &#8217;staged&#8217; homes sell faster and for more!</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Most people decide whether or not they are comfortable in a home within the first few seconds after entering; that is why it is crucial the impression made is a good and lasting one.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="body_text">Most people decide whether or not they are comfortable in a home within the first few seconds after entering; that is why it is crucial the impression made is a good and lasting one.<span id="more-183"></span></p>
<p class="body_text"><img style="margin: 3px;" src="/images/livingrm.jpg" alt="" width="144" height="106" align="right" />A proven real estate strategy, used by successful home sellers and realtors across North America, home staging is the art of preparing and packaging a home for sale. When your home is listed for sale, it becomes more than just a home; it becomes a product on the market. Just like any other product, there&#8217;s a lot of competition, ranging from new homes with carefully appointed display suites to the multitude of resale properties within the same price range.</p>
<p class="body_text">Home staging is about showing your house in its best possible condition. It includes the basics like cleaning and painting but also includes creating space and defining spaces with furniture and accessories.</p>
<h4>Tips on Preparing for Home Staging:</h4>
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<li style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Remove all clutter from the house</li>
<li style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Inspect all walls and floors</li>
<li style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Vacuum carpets</li>
<li style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Clean and polish tiles or hardwood floors</li>
<li style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Clean all Kitchen &amp; Bathroom surfaces</li>
<li style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Pet owners: is the house fur-free?</li>
<li style="font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Consider purchasing or renting furniture to replace any worn items</li>
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<p class="body_text"><a href="/selling-a-home/home-staging/">Click here to read more on Home Staging.</a></p>
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