We Answer Wednesday - Closet Space

When you are selling your home do you need to stage closets and other storage spaces like the unfinished basement and garage?

One of the first things buyers look for in a home is space, especially more storage space.  Buyers will be opening up and peeking in storage spaces like kitchen cabinets, pantries, closets, vanities and other storage areas in the home.

 

It’s ideal to go through all your closets, kitchen cabinets or any cabinets that are provided in built-ins and included in the sale of the home. Buyers are nosy and they want to know what they’re buying so focus on organizing and packing up items you won’t need while on the market. You really want to show off all of the features of the home and storage is a big must for buyers.

Remove as much clutter as you can and start pre-packing.  You will be taking it with you anyway, so pack what you don't need (while living in the home during the selling period) and look into storing it off site maybe with a family member or a good friend.

 

For 'staging'  your storage, follow these tips:

- In bathrooms, use small baskets or trays to keep everyday hygiene items looking neat and tidy.

- In the kitchen, be sure that cabinets are neat and tidy (no tupperware overflowing), pantry is organized, and be sure not to store items (decorative or functional) above the cabinetry or fridge it looks messy and it screams that there is a lack of storage

- In all closets, be sure to hang clothing, be sure that the closets aren't over stuffed, remove items from the floor (unless they belong there) and fold items that don't need to be hung.

- In unfinished storage areas like the basement and garage, they are used for storage so 'stuff' is expected but keep it organized and tidy in boxes and bins - people will want to see where they can store seasonal decor items and sports equipment like skis.

Remember the person buying your home is buying their new home so make every aspect of the home exciting from the kitchens and bathrooms to storage spaces.