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  When it comes to selling your home, not all rooms are created equal.  In fact, there are three spaces that buyers pay the most attention to. And if you get them right, you’re more likely to secure top dollar for your property.  According to the 2025 National Association of REALTORS® Profile of Home Staging , the living room, primary bedroom, and kitchen are the make-or-break spaces when it comes to staging.  Here’s how to make each one shine. Why Staging These Rooms Matters The 2025 NAR report reveals some fascinating statistics about which rooms truly impact buyers' perceptions and offer decisions: Living Room : 91% of sellers' agents stage this room, and 71% of buyers' agents rank it as very or somewhat important to stage.  Primary Bedroom : 83% of agents ensure this room is staged, with 71% of buyers' agents citing it as important to the buying decision. Kitchen : While slightly fewer agents actively stage this area, 51% of buyers' agents say it influences ...

A shrinking economy. Rising mortgage rates. Flatlining prices. If you’ve been thinking about buying a home in 2025, it’s no wonder you’re feeling hesitant. For many buyers, the instinct right now is to wait it out. To see what happens before making a big move. And the headlines don’t help: The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis just reported a 0.3% drop in GDP in Q1 2025, following a strong 2.4% gain at the end of 2024.  It’s the kind of data point that makes people pause. But smart buyers aren’t freezing. They’re asking the right questions. They’re gathering the data. And they’re making a plan. A Simple 3-Step Plan for Buyers in 2025 If you’re on the fence about buying, here’s a clear, no-pressure way to think about your next step. Step 1: Get Clear on What’s Actually Worrying You A lot of buyers right now are saying the same thing: “I think I just want to wait and see what happens with the economy. I don’t want to make a mistake.” That makes total sense. Buying a home is a major d...