Last fall I had my home in Olathe on the market and it did not sell. The feedback from real estate agents was mostly negative.

Question: Last fall I had my home in Olathe on the market and it did not sell. The feedback from real estate agents was mostly negative. I heard that my green counter tops in the kitchen, pink walls in the bedrooms and my decor turned buyers off. I plan on putting my home back on the market this spring. Do you think it is better to neutralize my home or offer a decorating allowance?
Pam F. from Olathe, Kansas


Answer: As a real estate agent, I get asked this question quite frequently. First, if you offer a decorating allowance, buyers will still not see past the decor choices. I recommend using neutral color choices on your home. Specialized colors and decor choices will cut down on the number of buyers, even if you're offering a decorators allowance. Buyers can't see past what they see. I would recommend having a staging expert view your home and have them recommend specific options for you.   


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