Should I Sell My Home Furnished or Vacant?
That is a great question, and the answer is “it depends.” There are really two factors to consider in order to answer this question: first, what does your “stuff” look like? If you have nice furnishings, and not too much clutter, your home will probably show best furnished. However, if you have over-sized furniture, and/or lots of clutter, you may be better served to move first, and then sell.
As long as your flooring (whether carpet, tile, or hardwood floors) is in good shape, and walls are freshly painted, there are some advantages to selling a vacant home. For a prospective buyer who is looking to relocate quickly, a vacant home signals that they can most likely negotiate a quick close. Another advantage is that the prospective buyer will be able to easily see “the bones” of your home, without being distracted by your belongings and/or art on your walls (or without worrying how many holes there will be to patch, fill and paint, once you move).
There is also an “in between” answer. One of our Stager’s favorite mantra’s is “pack it now or pack it later!” Since you have to move, it might make sense to begin the packing up process sooner than later. By thinning out closets, and packing up treasures to create a de-cluttered look in your home, you will help your home show better. Rent a storage space short term to place boxes, wardrobes and large pieces of furniture.
Your Liz Moore agent will hire a professional stager for a consultation before your home goes live on the market, and that is the ideal time to explore which options in terms of your move timetable will benefit your bottom line the most.
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