11 Reasons to Stage Your Waikiki Home

With its fabulous views of Diamond Head and one of the world’s most recognized and celebrated beaches, Waikiki has long enjoyed a reputation as being one of the most coveted places to live.

 

Whether you own a townhome or a sprawling estate in this sublime region, you are also probably aware that it is a prime area for selling property. And yet, even in such a highly sought-after locale, it is imperative that your home stands out from the crowd on the Waikiki real estate market. Working with a fantastic real estate agent who is well-versed in tried-and-true marketing tactics ought to be one of your leading priorities, but so should hiring a professional to stage your home.

 

Read on for Agora Hawaii’s 12 leading reasons why you should stage your Waikiki home before listing it on the market.

Buying a home is one of the most significant financial decisions a person can make, and it is often fraught with expectations. A home buyer must be able to picture themselves occupying your home and creating a happy future within its walls. This is nearly impossible to do if your home has an abundance of personal effects and miscellaneous items everywhere. Decluttering is essential, but a professional home stager can take this up a notch by selecting pieces of decor that have universal appeal while also giving the home a “clean slate” feeling that allows buyers to visualize their lives within the space. In fact, the National Association of Realtors estimates that 86% of buyers have an easier time seeing themselves in a professionally staged home than those that have not received an expert touch. This may naturally translate to receiving multiple offers, which places you in a superior position during negotiations.

 

Marketing is increasingly vital in today’s real estate market, and it’s as much of a priority for home sellers as electing the perfect time and way to sell and position a property. And the biggest part of your marketing materials? Images, of course. Unprofessional photos of your historic or contemporary Waikiki home will turn away discerning, viable buyers. But professional photographs of an expertly-staged, stunning home? Now that will inspire prospective buyers to take the next step and attend a showing.

 

Data from the National Association of Realtors indicates that expertly staged estates are sold up to 30 times quicker than un-staged properties. This is particularly important if you need to sell your home as quickly as possible.

Every home seller lists their property with the hope that they will make a profit, which can be attainable in an enclave as desirable as Waikiki. According to the National Association of Realtors, professionally staged homes sell for approximately 20% more on average compared to their unstaged counterparts.

 

Does your Waikiki home offer staggering views of the Pacific? Does it feature a grand chef’s kitchen that has been outfitted with “top-shelf” appliances and granite countertops? Or does your home have a spectacular, beautifully-landscaped outdoor oasis, a gorgeous infinity pool, or a living room with sky-high ceilings? A professional home stager will key in on your property’s most magnificent attributes to ensure prospective buyers will understand the beauty and distinction of your property. This will help it stand out against all the other Waikiki homes for sale.

 

Professional home stagers have extensive training on how to make a home appear as attractive and inviting as possible. From rearranging furniture to make your home appear larger to using decor that gives your space greater luminosity, their expert, objective eye can make all the difference in persuading a buyer to view your home and put in an offer.

 

Modern home buyers ignite their searches by viewing homes online, and an increasing number of buyers purchase homes sight unseen, especially in remote locations such as Hawaii. A professionally staged home will lead to increased online viewings, which will also increase the number of buyers interested.

Even the most well-maintained homes may have a few faults. While you always have the option to remedy these flaws prior to listing your property for sale, time and other resources may prevent you from, for example, repairing the slight scratch on part of your hardwood floors or repainting areas that are “well-loved.” A professional stager works with the home to conceal these issues so that they don’t stand out in photos.

Selling a home is exciting, to say the least, but it also arrives with high emotions and can be stressful. Packing up your personal items, placing them in storage, and handing over the staging responsibilities to a pro will be one less thing to worry about, which will free up your time to explore other Oahu properties, such as Hawaii Kai houses for sale.

 

Professional staging may seem like a costly investment, but it is actually widely accessible. In fact, the National Association of Realtors reports that the average price to stage a home is justifiable and “manini,” as we say in Hawaii.

In areas as coveted as Waikiki real estate, investors have high expectations–not just with the property but throughout the entire real estate transaction. Professionally staging your home says you are serious about your home and only wish to receive serious inquiries and offers. Couple this with a stellar real estate agent, and you will be golden.

 

Look no further than Agora Hawaii to find a superb real estate agent. From luxury homes in Waikiki to Hawaii Kai properties, they know south Oahu exceedingly well and how to appeal to your target buyer. Reach out to this top-tier team today to get started on your journey.

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