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Who typically pays for home staging services?

Top Answer: The homeowner (72% of 198 votes).
Who typically pays for home staging services?
The homeowner
72%
The real estate agent
7%
The homeowner and agent share the cost
10%
Not sure
9%

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Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: It's definitely a benefit to use me as your Realtor because I can provide this service using your own furniture in the proper place. I've been known to add a few pieces from my own collection to help stage the home as well.
LPT REALTY LLC
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: The homeowner typically pays for the staging services however, we may offer a FREE initial consultation with a stager for higher priced homes depending the negotiated listing contract.
Rich Small Team
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Staging your home for selling doesn't have to costly or complicated. You may not need a professional stager.
Roberts Brothers Inc
ProMatcher
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: So you can be market ready!
Staging and Design By Che'Le Foster
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: This also depends on the transaction. I have been known to have the Team redecorate whole properties. Every transaction is different
Premiere Plus Realty Co
Answer: The real estate agent
Explanation: I help stage the home as part of my listing service!
Remax Platinum
ProMatcher
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: The real estate agent may pay for the original consultation, but the actual staging is almost always paid by the home owner. It is the home owner that will reap the most rewards in the end.
Constructive Consulting, LLC Home Staging & Redesign
Answer: The homeowner and agent share the cost
Explanation: Again, this depends on the situation. Many times, realtors will cover the cost of an initial staging consultation and written report as part of their service package. Homeowners may then decide to hire the stager for additional services to complete the staging plan. Other times, homeowners themselves may hire the stager for both the initial consultation and any additional services they may need. It varies according to what realtors offer as part of their services.
1st Impressions Design
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Normally it is a seller cost to enhance and capture the buyer's attention.
eXp Realty/The Escalante Group
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Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: This depends on if the home is being sold by an agent or home seller. If the home is being sold by an agent typically it will be part of his realtor services. If the home is being sold by the owner, the owner will pay.
McAtee Staging & Redesign
Answer: Not sure
Explanation: Depends on the agent
Keller Williams Atlantic Shore
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Typically, the home owner will pay for the services however I have had several real estate agents pay for staging. I have also had agents pay for the staging up-front and then collect the staging costs at closing.
Simple Solutions Home Staging
ProMatcher
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Some realtors will recommend staging and Stagers often work with realor firms for referrals. I offer a $50 discount to realtors or realtor referrals. It makes most sense to spend a little up front, as little as $149, and get paid more at the end.
Stage Right
Answer: Not sure
Explanation: If it is necessary to hire a Stager, as with all contracts, EVERYTHING is negotiable. It all depends on the price point of the home and the amount of money it will cost to make the home presentable to list on the market.
Real Living Kee Realty
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: The home seller should typically pay for home staging services; however, real estate agents may pay for staging as part of their services.
Shades of Gray Design
ProMatcher
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Most of my staging jobs are paid by the homeowners; however, a few realtors will defray the cost in certain circumstances.
A Goode Start Decorating & Home Staging
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Some real estate agents include a 1 to 2 hour staging consultation in their listing package, but agents typically do not pay to have the home staged.
Seneca Home Staging
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Staging in most cases will be provided by the client. Some cases however, can be negotiated.
Ron Rodgers- Ryan Real Estate
ProMatcher
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Many times a realtor will pay for the home staging consultation, but the home owner is responsible for the actual staging costs.
Tailored for You Interiors, LLC
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Some realtors will share the cost or pay for the consult.
First Sight Staging
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: My past projects have always been paid for by the homeowner/builder.
Decorate and Company
ProMatcher
Answer: The homeowner and agent share the cost
Explanation: It's really negotiable. Some agents have collected a store house of staging furniture. Most don't. Some stagers will take the sellers furniture, etc and use that to stage a home.
RE/MAX Realty Group
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: usually the homeowner bears that cost.
Your Husband & Wife Real Estate Team with Charles Rutenberg Realty
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Most staging services are paid for by the homeowners but some real estate agents like to offer at least the staging consultation as part of their package for selling your home.
Perfect Match Homes
ProMatcher
Answer: The homeowner and agent share the cost
Explanation: It is totally up to the client and the agent who pays for the staging.
RE/MAX Results
Answer: The homeowner and agent share the cost
Explanation: Most of the time, a mini stage is paid by myself, but if large ticket items need to be obtained this is a sellers cost most of the time.
Home 2 Home Services, Inc.
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: The agent usually will provide a 1 - 2 hour consultation, however the homeowner is responsible for the cost of actually physical staging.
Rodeo Realty
ProMatcher
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: If an outside home stager is hired, it is the responsibility of the homeowner to pay the fee for this service, just as they would any and all other improvements made to sell the home.
BeBe's Beauty (Jeunesse Global)
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: The homeowner typically pays for this expense because they will profit from the staging service. In addition, they are present for the process and offer their input.
Dragonfly Home Designs
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: But it can be negotiated also if the Agent is willing to pay half.
Re/Max Elite Realty
ProMatcher
Answer: The homeowner and agent share the cost
Explanation: Most realtors include home staging as part of their package! Most will pay and seek reimbursement for all or partial during closing. Clients may also seek home stagers on their own and pay for it themselves.
Finally Home Staging
Answer: The real estate agent
Explanation: Mostly I recommend leaving minimal furniture in the home until it sells so it is not totally empty, most people aren't moving into there new home until the current one is sold anyway...
Coldwell Banker
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Typically it is the homeowners responsibility to cover the cost for the staging of the home. However, there are situations where the cost can be shared by the broker and the seller.
Michael Odeh, Realtor
ProMatcher
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Some Realtors Will Cover The Cost.
ESSENTIAL AMBIANCE DESIGN
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: In my experience it is usually the homeowner although a Realtor could certainly hire me.
Get it SOLD Home Staging
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Sometimes, the real estate agent may help with the cost.
Coldwell Banker Camelot Realty
ProMatcher
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: With New World Realty we are already saving you on the commission which allows you to pay for any additional services you would prefer.
New World Realty
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: The Realtor may pay for the consultation fee
Coldwell Banker
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Your realtor can refer you to good stages but this is your home and you should pay for the services. Realtor may share some of the cost or credit you for some of the fees but do not expect it.
Re/Max Associates
ProMatcher
Answer: Not sure
Explanation: It is split however you and your agent work it out.
Century 21 Affiliated
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Almost a trick question ... The owner and the agent can negotiate costs, fees, special circumstances, and more. Each property is different. I could see me paying for the entire staging cost if other reasons for my choice were present. Generally, the owner owns this expense also.
Keller Williams Realty
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: In most cases the home owner pays for staging but I have also seen the real estate agent cover these costs on several occasions.
Michelle Ford Design
ProMatcher
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Home sellers who know they have a lot to gain usually hire a professional to stage. Since they are the ones who benefit most from the higher price and quicker sale, it is up to them to make the initial investment.
New Day Design & Home Staging
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: This is a service that is optional, but that a savvy seller should truly consider. The difference in price between a staged home and one that isn't is often substantial. It is in the owner's best interest to hire the services of a home stager. The Realtor will recommend a stager, and even recommend whether or not the staging service is necessary. Again, this is an optional route to take. It isn't always necessary, but it makes sense three quarters of the time. Again, this goes with the original point again; trust your realtor.
Coldwell Banker Kueber, Rosario Shalomayev Team
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: I am a experienced Realtor
CSSCPSG-Student-Judge:Vicente-B: Galindo.
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Answer: The real estate agent
Explanation: Many agents use part of the commission to stage the home. Most homes requiring staging bring in more commission for the realtor, so the realtor has the ability to hire a staging service.
Keller Williams Realty
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Staging is not necessary, it is often suggested, so it gives the prospective buyer an idea of what size and types of furniture will fit in any given room. It is up to the homeowner if they want to use staging.
Coldwell Banker
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: I suggest 3 home staging get services, it is homeowners choice, they will be working together as a team to pick who they want to work with staging their home.
RE/MAX Executives
ProMatcher
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: The homeowner usually pays for staying services because it is a cost that is incurred whether or not your home sells. Some listing agents require that you pay that prior to them listing the property. Most incorporate it as an additional fee above the commission. Some will not list the property unless it is staged and then include it in their commission. Each listing agent is different.
Keller Williams Advantage III Realty
Answer: The real estate agent
Explanation: Most agents will provide a home staging service for you.
Misty Froelich
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Typically, the homeowner pays all costs for staging their home. In some instances, other arrangements can be made.
Century 21 Town & Country
ProMatcher
Answer: The homeowner and agent share the cost
Explanation: The agent could offer the initial visit and after that it would be the homeowner.
@properties
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Real estate agents are becoming very savvy about home staging and often include the in-home consultation in their listing package.
Suite Effects LLC
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Home owner pays for home staging costs
Kea Interiors
ProMatcher
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: However, the realtor can also pay for the consultation as part of her marketing package
Capital Staging and Redesign
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: This can go either way. In my experiences, the Home Owner paid for Staging.
REMAX White House
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: The answer can vary based on Real Estate agents practices and services.
Restyled by Rita
ProMatcher
Answer: The real estate agent
Explanation: I as an agent pay for staging services if they are needed. It can be an expense that is placed on the homeowner. Every situation is different
Realty One Group
Answer: Not sure
Explanation: This will depend on the arrangement agreed upon between the agent and the seller.
Craig Hall/Keller Williams Realty
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: The homeowner should pay depending on the type of home.
Coldwell Banker Reliable Real Estate
ProMatcher
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Typically the homeowner would pay for a staging service. In some cases the cost can be shared or reimbursed to the list agent at closing. It behooves the seller to use such a service if they're unsure of the look of the home because staging can really help get the sold sign posted!
ProManage Realty
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: But sometimes that can be negotiated with the listing agent...every property is different.
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: although it may be included in the realtor fees
watermelon tree design
ProMatcher
Answer: The real estate agent
Explanation: This is apart of the commission you pay your agent to get your home sold for the maximum value
Coldwell Banker
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: However, some agents will bring someone for "free" or you can have me.....an interior decorator
ProStead Realty
Answer: The homeowner and agent share the cost
Explanation: It depends on if the home owner needs help with what they already have or if you are hiring a professional company.
Reliant Realty-Powered By ERA
ProMatcher
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Homeowner's and investors should include staging as part of their marketing budget.
Home Staging by SPC
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Real estate agents may occasionally pay for the first hour.
Vine of Design
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Typically a homeowner pays for staging services, but some agents will cover the expense.
Provost International Realty
ProMatcher
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: In some cases a real estate agent may offer the services but typically it is the homeowner that should pay for the staging services as part of the costs associated with selling your home.
Icon Homes LLC
Answer: Not sure
Explanation: N/A
Coldwell Banker Commercial Feist & Feist Realty Corp
Answer: Not sure
Explanation: It depends upon the Realtor who you have hired whether a home stager is going to be included. There are a handful of Realtors who do include the consultation with their services.
Coldwell Banker
ProMatcher
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Staging is like any other services that a homeowner undertakes to improve their home.
Abella Home Staging and Redesign
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Typically this is an investment for the homeowner however, since everything is negotiable, this cost can always be split between the agent and the homeowner and this can all be discussed during or after the listing appointment.
Keller Williams Realty Atlantic Shore
Answer: The homeowner
Explanation: Either the homeowner pays on the spot when the staging is complete or they are billed at closing.
Reece Nichols-Mary Wilcox
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