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Should I have my house staged before contacting a realtor?
I would like to list my house for as much as possible, obviously. Should I have my house staged before contacting a realtor? Will I get a better list price?
Asked By Tarrell | Atlanta, GA | 601 views | Selling | Created 2 years ago
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Amanda Courtney
REP Realty Group
No. Contact a realtor first so you don’t waste money. We’ll tell you what’s worth doing and what isn’t.
- 5 days ago
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Chris Yochum
Dickson Realty
Staging can definitely help to make home show better, attract more interest, and help to get a strong price. I would recommend connecting with a realtor first. The realtor can advise on what kind of staging is going to be best, give you recommendations on staging companies if desired and depending on your specific market whether or not staging is going to benefit you or how much staging will benefit you.
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Irene and Ricky Zhang
Keller Williams Irvine
You do not need to stage your home before contacting a realtor—in fact, reaching out to an agent first is almost always the best move. A strong listing agent will walk through your home, assess its condition, and guide you on what type of preparation or staging will actually improve your sale price. Staging before speaking with a professional can lead to wasted money, unnecessary upgrades, or styling choices that don’t align with what Irvine buyers want today.
That said, staging can significantly improve both your presentation and final sale price. In a competitive real estate market like Irvine, staged homes attract more attention online, show better in person, and often generate stronger offers because buyers feel more emotionally connected to the space. But staging decisions should be strategic—not rushed.
A professional listing agent will advise whether your home needs full staging, partial staging, or simple enhancements such as decluttering, touch-ups, rearranging existing furniture, or adding décor accents. Many homes don’t need full staging, while others can benefit greatly from it.
As top realtors in Irvine, Irene and Ricky Zhang Real Estate Group provide tailored prep and staging guidance, connect you with trusted staging teams, and ensure that every dollar you invest directly supports a higher sale price. By contacting a realtor before staging, you’ll avoid overspending and prepare your home in the most profitable way possible.
That said, staging can significantly improve both your presentation and final sale price. In a competitive real estate market like Irvine, staged homes attract more attention online, show better in person, and often generate stronger offers because buyers feel more emotionally connected to the space. But staging decisions should be strategic—not rushed.
A professional listing agent will advise whether your home needs full staging, partial staging, or simple enhancements such as decluttering, touch-ups, rearranging existing furniture, or adding décor accents. Many homes don’t need full staging, while others can benefit greatly from it.
As top realtors in Irvine, Irene and Ricky Zhang Real Estate Group provide tailored prep and staging guidance, connect you with trusted staging teams, and ensure that every dollar you invest directly supports a higher sale price. By contacting a realtor before staging, you’ll avoid overspending and prepare your home in the most profitable way possible.
- 2 months ago
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Tania Gardere MacLeod
EXP REALTY LLC
I’d suggest meeting with your realtor first. Often times they have a stager that they’d use and recommend or may even have some staging certifications and ideas themselves. I’m a huge advocate for staging! Makes all the difference in the world. But lean on your realtor for these contacts and connections. They usually have access to the best ones in the industry!
- 2 years ago
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Adrienne Freeman
Atlanta Communities
I would meet with an agent first. Often they have someone on their team that can help with staging. They will also give the best advice on what needs to be done or things that might be a wast of time or money. Overall, staging will definitely improve price and result in a faster sell!
- 1 year ago
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Lyndsay Smith
Dumas-Smith & Associates | Keller Williams
I recommend meeting with your Realtor first. Most Realtors have a team of vetted professionals. People are often drawn to different design styles, but a good Realtor can help you stage your home with an aesthetic that is appealing to a more broad range of people.
- 2 months ago
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