The Ultimate Guide to Costs, Process & More - Your Top Home Staging FAQs Answered

When it comes to staging your home, homeowners often have many questions about the process, costs, and value. With over 20 years in the industry, we've answered countless questions about home staging. Today, we're sharing some faqs and their answers.

What Does Home Staging Mean?

Home staging is the professional preparation of a property for sale. We'll highlight your home's best features through strategic furniture placement, artwork, and accessories that help potential buyers envision themselves living in the space.  

How Does Home Staging Work?

The staging process begins with a consultation where a professional stager walks through your property to assess its needs. At Southern Staging, we evaluate your home's unique features and create a personalized plan to attract potential buyers in the Charleston market. Our process includes organizing spaces, selecting appropriate furnishings, and creating an environment that appeals to a wide range of buyers.

How Much Does it Cost?

Home staging costs vary because each property is unique. The final investment depends on factors such as the size of your house, the number of rooms being staged, and the scope of work needed.

Since no two homes are alike, we prepare a customized quote after learning more about your specific needs during a consultation. This personalized approach helps us create a staging plan that works for your home and helps attract potential buyers.

Who Pays for Home Staging?

Depending on your arrangement, it can be paid for by either the homeowner or the real estate agent. Some agents include staging in their services, while others may not. Since staging is an investment in selling your property, many homeowners choose to invest in professional staging to maximize their return.

What is Vacant Home Staging?

Vacant home staging is our signature service! We provide furnishings, accessories, and artwork from our extensive inventory to create beautiful, livable spaces in empty homes. This comprehensive approach helps potential buyers immediately feel at home in the space and typically takes just a few hours to complete on installation day.

What is Occupied Home Staging?

Occupied staging involves working with homeowners still living in their house during the selling process. We optimize your existing furnishings while incorporating our expertise to showcase your home's best features. This service includes detailed recommendations for decluttering, organizing, and arranging furniture to maximize appeal.

How Long Does It Take to Stage a House?

The staging process typically takes 3-5 days from first contact to completion. We can transform your property on installation day in just a few hours. We offer both partial and full staging services to accommodate different needs and timelines.

What Happens to the Staging Furniture?

We'll coordinate a convenient time to remove all our furnishings after your property sells. We also handle all logistics of delivery and removal.

Do Staged Homes Really Sell Faster?

Yes!  According to the National Association of Realtors, staged homes typically sell 2-3 times faster than unstaged properties. In the Charleston market, we've consistently seen the power of staging and how it significantly reduces time on market.

Why Are Professional Photos Important for Staged Homes?

Professional photography is crucial since 90% of buyers start their search online. High-quality photos showcase your home effectively and drive more potential buyers to in-person showings. We can recommend experienced photographers in the Charleston area who specialize in real estate photography.

Should You Remove Pictures When Selling Your House?

If you've chosen an occupied staging service from us, we always recommend removing personal photos. It's an essential part of the process.  This helps create a neutral environment where potential buyers can imagine themselves living.

We recommend storing personal photos and mementos during the selling period, replacing them with neutral artwork that enhances your home's appeal.

Do Realtors Provide Home Staging?

While some realtors offer basic staging advice, professional home staging services require specialized expertise. As knowledgable home stagers in Charleston with ASP certification and over two decades of experience, we bring both expertise and an extensive inventory of furnishings and accessories to create the perfect environment for selling your home.

Home Staging Company, Charleston, SC

Looking to learn more about how home staging can help sell your Charleston area property? Contact us for a consultation and discover how our professional staging services can transform your house into a buyer's dream property.