Compared to D-I-Y (Do It Yourself) home
staging, hiring a professional guarantees a profitable and speedy sale. From upping the value of the property
to taking the stress off the homeowner’s shoulders, more and more people are
enlisting the help of these experts in beautifying their own residences.
Finding the right partner takes time though. There are profiles and portfolios to check, recommendations and
reputations to consider and questions to ask to ensure that they are certainly
fit for the job.
What To Ask A Home Stager Before Hiring
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Here are some of the top things you
should know when you interview a potential home stager.
1.
What is his specialty? Stagers’
skills vary depending on the types of residential properties they are going to
stage on. Can he relate to your family house or does his forte focus on condos
instead? See his past works and weigh his expertise.
2.
Can he bring additional promotional ideas to the table? A good stager can go beyond the design and décor aspects.
He should also be interested in the whole package, the marketing side of it
included. Find out if he has additional promotional strategies to suggest that
will capture and hold the interest of your target buyers.
3.
How well does he know the market? He should also be paying attention to the rise and fall of the industry. For instance, if you are selling a condo in the Philippines,
how knowledgeable is he on the Philippine real estate market? Can
he attain a high-end décor that requires minimum expenses yet make it
affordable to prospective buyers? Can he give you a competitive edge so you can
get the most offers? How well-adapt is he on the latest news and trends? For
all you know, he tends to lean towards classic and traditional designs which
may or may not be suitable to your preferences and public needs.
4.
How much time does he usually consume to complete a project?
Ensure that both of you agree on the
target time frame, and that your schedules will meet and deadlines are properly
set.
5.
What are his rates? Make
sure that it is reasonable given your location. Does he give discounts or
extras and bonuses for first-time clients? What is the scope of his services?
Sometimes, there are instances when some would charge per hour for consultation
alone. Does his fee include reports and resources? Determine the payment method
and scheme. Ask him what happens if you are not satisfied with his work. Does
he have some sort of a guarantee clause in his contract?
