April 16, 2018 by Mulberry Maids
One of the best tips out there in the home staging world, in my opinion, is the “laundry basket method.” The method is simple: when you get that text that you have a last minute showing on your home and there is no time to do a real cleaning, take a laundry basket and fill it up with anything unsightly. That may the mean junk mail from the kitchen counter, shoes your husband never puts away, and if you have kids, it will probably mean lots of toys which would detract from the presentation of your listing if left strewn about. It may even mean dirty laundry or dishes that there’s no time to properly take care of.
The contents of your basket will not be glamorous! But doing this exercise before a showing will leave your home looking clean, uncluttered and inviting for the potential buyer. Bonus points if you stock your basket with sanitizing wipes and give your newly exposed surfaces a quick wipe, leaving behind a refreshing, clean scent.
The last step which is important and not to be skipped: Put the basket in the trunk, get in your car and drive away. Do not shove the basket in a closet or the laundry room! Buyers will be opening doors and cabinets to evaluate what kind of storage your home has to offer. Take it with you so there’s no chance they’ll encounter its secret, unsightly contents!