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Last week I posted tips to attract the right tenants to your rental property, focusing on it's exterior and curb appeal. However, before you can lead them up the garden path, so to speak, how do you get them physically out to your property in the first place, especially if you are advertising on line.

Presentation of a rental property is paramount in attracting the right tenant and maximum dollars. If the property is vacant, or you have messy tenant photos, it can be difficult for some people to visualise how they may live in a space. Also, your property will be competing with other rental properties in the area, so it's therefore important yours stands out. This is where home staging can make all the difference and it doesn't mean staging every room in the house, renting the basics and adding your own touches, can be all you require.
Firstly, I hear you say, "home staging can be expensive" or "my tenant is still in the property and the place looks a mess". I believe that it is worth the money to have your property vacant for a few days and void of any tenants furniture to be able to stage it and take photos that you will be able to use for future advertising. As my blog focuses on images, I found some inspiring photos to guide you through my tips. If you are a new landlord, there is a great post on "Being a Better Landlord" which you may want to read later.
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