17 Inexpensive Home Staging Tips

17 INEXPENSIVE HOME STAGING TIPS     1.      Touch up all interior paint or repaint it completely in a rich designer color with white trim.   2.      Pressure-wash the exterior and repaint the exterior trim, shutters and front door.   3.      Place a new friendly welcome mat at the front door.   4.      Replace old exterior lights with new contemporary fixtures.   5.      Clean all windows inside and out.   6.      Repair or replace broken window screens and bent frames.   7.      Fix dripping faucets and replace discolored, rust-stained sinks.   8.      Replace the hardware on interior doors for a more updated look.   9.      Clean or install new interior light fixtures and replace burnt-out bulbs.   10.  Get rid of/store unused clothing and organize your closets to make them appear larger.   11.  Re-caulk tubs, showers and countertops with fresh white grout and acid-wash shower bottoms.   12.  Clean and add, remove or replace window coverings.  Two inch blinds are a favorite.   13.  Clean, repair and re-stretch or replace carpeting.   14.  Clean and organize the garage, attic and basement.  Rent a storage unit or POD if necessary.   15.  Renovate/rejuvenate the landscape, reseed the lawn, add color with flowers.   16.  Pack and store collections and personal items.   17.  Replace old electrical switches.