Stage your home

Have you ever looked around a show home and seen how they accessorize their rooms?  The way they are colour coordinated and the cushions perfectly plumped?  This is done to sell a lifestyle.  It makes people want to buy.  Think about our selfie-taking couple using props in their photos.  If you were taking a selfie in your kitchen, how would it look?  Do you need to move anything?

Consider your lighting 

Lighting is key when taking any photos.  Too bright a light can look harsh.  Photos at night can sometimes look scary.  Ask your estate agent when they think the best time of day would be for your home.  We often find late morning or early afternoon is best when the tonal range created by the sun is smaller.  Would you take a holiday selfie on the beach if it was pouring down?

Choose the best angles and compositions

One of the things I love most about watching people take selfies is the angles they stand at. How they tilt their face to show their most flattering angle and the way they position their leg!  Even the pout amuses me.  Let’s transfer this thinking to your home.  From what angle does your room like best? Make sure your agent captures those best features!

Don’t make your home look like something it’s not

We’ve all heard the horror stories of how people on dating sites have used flattering photos of themselves, sometimes taken years ago!  We’ve all seen the “filtered” selfies on Instagram and Facebook.  This time, I’m going to say DON’T do it.  Don’t make your home look like something it isn’t. By all means, show it off.  Make it look its best.  However to cinch that sale, make sure it matches expectations on viewing day!

My name is Michelle Gallagher.  I hope our “selfie” inspired analogy helps you with your property sale.  At JDG we are here to help.  We’d love to give you bespoke advice on how to get the best price for your home.  Please give me a call in Lancaster on 01524 843322 or email me at michelle@jdg.co.uk