The staging process can vary depending on the type and condition of the home, the budget and preferences of the seller, and the level of involvement of the stager. However, a general outline of the staging process is as follows:
Consultation: The first step is to request consultations from professional stagers to choose the best one for your home. The stager will walk through the home with you and give you an assessment of what needs to be done, how much it will cost, and how long it will take.
Preparation: The next step is to prepare the home for staging by decluttering, cleaning, repairing, painting, and updating any outdated or damaged features. The stager will give you a checklist of what you can do yourself and what you need to hire a contractor for. You may also need to rent a storage unit to store any excess or personal items that you need to remove from the home.
Staging: The final step is to stage the home by arranging furniture, accessories, lighting, artwork, and plants in a way that showcases the home’s best assets, creates a welcoming and spacious atmosphere, and appeals to the target market.
The staging process can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks, depending on the size and condition of the home and the availability of the stager and the contractors. The staging process can also vary in cost, depending on the extent of the work and the quality of the items used. However, the benefits of staging a home usually outweigh the costs, as staged homes tend to sell faster and for higher prices than non-staged homes.