Hi Jane. Great question. You absolutely don't NEED to stage your home, but in many if not most situations it makes financial sense to do some level of staging. That's part of what I consult with client to determine. Best to see the home in person.
The goal is to make your home as appealing as possible to the most potential buyers, before photos of your home are taken. Staging your home can include anything from redecorating to rearranging furniture, cleaning or other aesthetic strategies to present the home in the best possible light. You can do it yourself, have your real estate agent guide you, or hire a staging company.
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