What Are the Benefits of Staging a House? Over half of sellers’ agents said that a home’s time on the market was decreased by home staging. And 25% of buyers’ agents believe staging a home increases the offer price a minimum of 1–5%. So how do those numbers break down for you? On a $250,000 home, just a 2% increase means an extra $5,000 tacked on to the buyer’s offer. If you handled the staging yourself without any added expenses, that’s $5,000 in extra cash you get to put in the bank. If you paid $3,000 to have your home staged professionally over a three-month contract, that’s $2,000 more in your pocket. If your agent is paying for the staging, you can put the entire $5,000 toward your new home or stash it away in your emergency fund. The Best Way to Maximize Your Home’s Value While there’s no guarantee staging your home will bring a bigger offer, it should help you stand out among the competition by making your home look move-in ready, maximizing your space, and adding little touches that make a big difference. While these practical tips should help pave the way for a smooth home staging journey and show buyers a home they will soon want to call their own, it’s not the only way you can maximize your home’s value.
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