Take a typical 3 bedroom 1 bath Salem home in a NE neighborhood (NE is not considered the hot real estate hub of Salem for those not living in Salem).

Add one savvy owner who updated the paint and carpet with some good choices . . . and here are the results:

 

The curb appeal was challenging – especially the path to the doorway.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

And while this home does look nice — as you can see it is just . . . . .

another beige vacant box.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What size are the rooms?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Over 90% of buyers shop first on the internet.

Currently, there are at least 40 comparable listings on the multiple listing services. This home and these photos won’t stand out!

So instead of making an appointment to view the home, the potential buyer continues looking online until something more interesting catches their attention.

This house was listed for about $150,000.  Why would anyone stage a house that was in that price range?

 

 

 

Because while the average days on market in this area is over 150 days, this house received an offer within 5 days.

 

 

Some simple and affordable staging transforms a beautiful beige box into a welcoming home.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A new path welcomes buyers in – (and was affordable using materials they already had on hand).  The curb appeal is great.  Most buyers want an easy care yard!

 

When marketing a vacant home help buyers see the room sizes.

 

 

 

 

 

Simple furniture and decor showed this room size and made it look inviting. It showed well on the internet, and even better in person.

 

 

 

 

 

 

We stage homes all over Oregon, and not all of them sell within five days. But we do continue to see the homes that are priced and prepared well standing out from the competition and receiving offers!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Moving or improving in Oregon? Creative Concepts and Contracting has the expertise to showcase your home’s full potential, stretch your budget, and maximize your time.  What can we do to help you today? Contact Margaret Oscilia at 503-881-0886!

 

 

 

 

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