I taught my last Staging class for the spring season last night, and it was, in many ways, like so many others classes I've taught. There were a few women considering moving out of town homes, a few in single family homes, a few with neighbor problems, one with the vaulted ceiling dilemma, etc. But one question comes up again and again. "Should I spend the money to get this (whatever their 'this' is) fixed before I list my home?" And although I qualify answers with "without seeing your home, I can't give you a definitive answer", the answer to that question is usually "yes".
There are plenty of "fixer-uppers" and foreclosures on the market these days, and unless you will be selling your home at a fire sale price, I suggest you have your home 'turn-key' ready. In other words, assume the next family will not have the time, money, or energy when they move into their new home to repair, repaint, or re carpet. They will be looking for a home that is turn-key ready so they can hit the ground running, so to speak. In time, people generally improve the homes they move into, but not prior to move-in. And if your listing is one of the few that is in excellent condition, you'll certainly draw a lot of attention.
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