Don’t Let Your Home Sale Dry Up This January!
Hello January—the month when everyone’s embracing Dry January, detoxing from the holiday excess with a herbal tea, and setting the tone for a fresh, new year.
Selling a home can feel like a sobering task; after all, there’s paperwork, viewings, and all the negotiations and planning.
But here's the twist: just because it's Dry January doesn’t mean your home sale has to feel dry too! With the right touch of home staging, you can add a bit of fizz and excitement to your property, helping it stand out and attract eager buyers.
Our home staging experts share some of their favourite tips to bring the fizz back to your January home sale:
Natalie - First Impressions Matter: Add Some Sparkle!
Natalie, LBD Founder & CEO
You know what they say about first impressions, right? They’re everything! As prospective buyers walk into your home, you want them to feel like they’re entering a space where life is in full bloom. Staging your home can work like magic, transforming any "dry" and drab room into something sparkling and inviting.
Just like you might garnish a mocktail with a twist of citrus, consider staging with fresh flowers, light-coloured throws, and bright accent pillows that pop. A little bit of color can instantly rejuvenate a space, much like that first sip of a fizzy drink! You want your buyers to feel like they’re stepping into a home that pops, not one that’s been left to dry out.
Just as a freshly popped bottle of bubbly can change the tone of any celebration, a well-maintained exterior can dramatically improve the first impression your home gives to potential buyers. Think of curb appeal as the “opening toast” to your property. A tidy, attractive front yard, a clean driveway, and some seasonal greenery can all help bring a little fizz to your home sale.
You want buyers to feel intrigued the moment they pull up. Sprucing up your front entry, adding a welcome mat, or planting some colourful flowers is the equivalent of offering a refreshing drink to guests as they arrive—it says, “This is a place worth staying!”
Emily - Declutter for a Fresher, Airier Feel
Emily, Staging Design Manager
Think of decluttering as your home's “detox.” Much like cutting out that extra glass of wine, trimming down excess stuff from your home allows for a cleaner, more refreshing space. When you stage your home, you’re inviting buyers to see the true potential of each room without distraction.
This is the perfect time to give your home that crisp, fresh feel—maybe even a little more minimalistic. The goal is to keep things feeling open and airy so people can picture themselves in the space. You want them to feel like they can take a deep breath and immediately feel at ease when they walk through the door.
In January, the days are shorter, and everyone is craving a little more natural light. This is your chance to highlight your home's best features by staging with strategic lighting that adds warmth and brightness to every room.
Open the curtains, clean the windows, and if the weather permits, let the sunshine flood in! When the light is right, it transforms a dull room into something magical. Bright lighting can make any space feel larger and more inviting—just like the perfect cocktail, a little light can go a long way in creating the right atmosphere.
Molly, Staging Design Consultant
Molly - Create Cozy Vibes with Warmth and Texture
Dry January can leave us all craving a little warmth, and buyers are no different. Staging your home to emphasize comfort is a surefire way to turn your space into a welcoming retreat. Think about adding cozy throws, plush cushions, and textured rugs that give a sense of warmth. By giving your home that “snuggle-up” feel, you’re offering more than just a space to live—you’re offering an experience.
The key here is to keep things neutral yet inviting. A calm colour palette paired with soft textures will help your property appeal to a broader range of potential buyers. Imagine sipping something warm by the fire or enjoying a peaceful evening in a living room that feels as warm and inviting as your favorite blanket.
Selling your home may feel like a daunting task in the middle of Dry January, but that doesn’t mean it has to feel dry or lackluster. By staging your home with a little creativity, you can add the perfect blend of sparkle and fizz to attract buyers and ensure your home sale goes smoothly. Just like how a new year brings new opportunities, a well-staged home brings fresh possibilities to potential buyers.
So, don’t let your home sale dry up this January.
Give it the boost it needs, and let it shine!