Two Heads are Better than One: Why you Should Hire a Professional Designer and Stager when Selling your Home

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Selling your home? Congrats! You’re about to embark on one of the most exciting—and occasionally nerve-wracking—journeys of your life. But here's the thing: In today’s real estate market, first impressions are everything. Whether you’re selling a cozy bungalow or a swanky penthouse, potential buyers are going to form their opinions faster than you can say, "Open house!"

So, how do you make sure they walk through your front door and instantly picture themselves living there? Well, spoiler alert: It’s not by leaving your mismatched furniture and the mystery stain on the carpet. Enter the dynamic duo—a professional designer and a stager.

Sure, you might think, "I can just do this myself, right?" You could... but why would you when hiring an expert is basically the equivalent of putting your home in the hands of HGTV professionals? Let’s break down why two heads are definitely better than one when it comes to selling your home.

1. Designers See Potential, Stagers See Possibilities

You know your home better than anyone else. But here’s the kicker: Designers have this magical power to see your space with fresh eyes. They can walk into a room and immediately spot what could be transformed—without getting distracted by your beloved collection of cat-themed coffee mugs.

  • Making spaces work harder: A designer knows how to make a room feel more open or more functional, even if it's the size of a shoebox. They’ll find clever ways to rework layouts that make rooms feel spacious and airy, even if the square footage doesn’t exactly scream "palatial."

  • Bringing the "wow" factor: Designers also have this sixth sense for color, furniture placement, and material choices. Your hot-pink feature wall? They’ll turn that into something neutral and calming (thank us later).

Once the necessary design changes have been made, it’s time for the staging. Staging will turn your home from “okay, I guess” to “wow, I could totally live here.” Their secret weapon? Making the home feel welcoming and warm.

 

2. Staging Makes Your Home Feel Like a Dream—Not a Project

Ever seen a room full of empty walls and furniture shoved in the corner? Yikes. It can leave buyers feeling like they're walking through a museum—except with none of the charm. This is where the staging really shines.

  • It's all about the vibe: Staging creates an inviting atmosphere that makes buyers feel like the space could be theirs. It’s all about creating that warm, lived-in vibe (without the piles of laundry and the half-drunk cups of coffee you’d normally find in your living room).

  • You’ll never look at your space the same way again: Staging doesn’t just make the space look pretty—it makes it functional, too. it’ll show buyers how to use awkward spaces (like that tiny nook between the fridge and the wall) and turn them into something that feels totally intentional.

And let’s not forget, staged homes photograph like a dream. Seriously—those glossy magazine-style shots? That’s the magic of staging. You’ll get more eyes on your listing, more showings, and, you guessed it, more offers.

3. When Designers and Stagers Team Up, It’s Like a Power Couple of Home Selling

Here’s the thing: you don’t want to hire a designer or a stager separately, and with Huggelig you don’t have to. You want the dream team. It’s like Batman and Robin, but for your home. When the two work together, magic happens.

  • Design brings the vision: It looks at the big picture—colors, furniture, flow—and creates a space that’s stylish and functional.

  • Staging brings the charm: It takes that vision and makes it feel lived-in—by adding those last little touches (hello, fresh flowers and carefully placed books) that turn a house into a home.

And with Huggelig Homes, you get both roles all under one roof. Huggelig focuses on the design, and the staging, making sure every single buyer can picture themselves eating dinner in that lovely dining room (while mentally measuring for their own oversized sofa).

 

4. More Money, Less Time on the Market—It’s a Win-Win

Here’s where the rubber meets the road: Hiring a stager will likely get you a faster sale—and for more money. The numbers don’t lie:

  • According to the National Association of Realtors, staged homes can sell up to 73% faster than those that aren’t. That’s more time spent sipping coffee and less time worrying about why your listing isn’t getting the attention it deserves.

  • Homes that are professionally staged and designed can also sell for up to 20% more than unstaged homes. That’s a pretty sweet return on investment, don’t you think?

Do you want your home to sit on the market for months, or do you want buyers to be fighting over it the moment it hits the listings? If you're hoping for the latter, a design and home staging team will be your best friends.

5. Less Stress, More Results

Selling a home can be stressful—trust us, we know. Between packing, finding your next place, dealing with paperwork, and keeping the house show-ready, you don’t need one more thing on your plate.

This is where a professional team comes in clutch. They’ll handle all the design decisions, styling, and set-up so you don’t have to. You’ll get to skip the stress of choosing paint colors that definitely aren’t too bold and instead, let the experts do what they do best.

You’ll be able to breathe easy, knowing that your home is in good hands—and the best part? You get to enjoy a smooth and stress-free sale process. Who doesn't want that?

Selling your home is a big deal, and when the pressure’s on, you want to make sure your home is presented in the best possible way. By using Huggelig Homes’ design and staging services, you’ll create a home that looks amazing, feels inviting, and (most importantly) appeals to the right buyers.

So, take a deep breath, relax, and let us work our magic!