Staging a short sale flip

[Lafi S.]

Is this worth the time and money? I have a 2 bed 1.5 bath townhome that is in great condition, vacant, and I would like to retail to an end buyer. I haven't done this before because everyone recommends not to invest any money on repairs or anything like that, but maybe it can be profitable.

Any thoughts on this?

[Karen Margrave]

I would assume when it's being shown, it will be by you personally, or an agent. I have done this type of decorating before on some models in a subdivision, and people appreciated the fact that rather than spending money on staging, we kept prices their lowest etc. I've never had anything stolen from inside a house. Go to some model homes that are decorated, and being marketed to the buyers you'll be going for, find a few ideas that will add a little character, and use them. If you're doing an open house, make sure lights are on, if there are ceiling fans, turn them on to add a little movement, and life. Hope this helps.