Should I Stage My Utah Home Before Selling? Here’s Why Nicole Kampenhout with Coldwell Banker Says the Answer Is Yes.

Nicole Kampenhout
Aug 7, 2025
3 min read

Updated: Aug 9, 2025

If you’re thinking about selling your home in Utah, you might be wondering, “Should I bother staging it first?” As a real estate agent and stager/designer who has assisted over 1000 homeowners and seen the dramatic difference it can make, I’ll tell you right now—staging isn’t just a “nice to have.” It’s one of the most powerful tools you can use to sell faster and for more money.

Let’s talk about why.

Coldwell-Banker-in-Utah — List with Me and Stage For Free! Before and After Photos of a Listing Staged and Sold by Nicole

First Impressions Matter

Buyers today usually scroll through dozens—if not hundreds—of listings online before they ever set foot inside a home. If your listing photos don’t pop, they’ll keep scrolling.

Staging transforms a space from “someone else’s house” into a place buyers can actually imagine themselves living. It highlights your home’s best features, downplays any awkward spaces, and makes rooms look bigger, brighter, and more inviting.

In short, staged homes photograph better and show better.

Staged Homes Sell for More

Staging isn’t just about looks—it has serious financial benefits. According to the National Association of Realtors:

81% of buyers say staging makes it easier to visualize the property as their future home.
23% of sellers’ agents say staging increases offer amounts by 1%–5%.
Staged homes spend 73% less time on the market compared to non-staged homes.

And in Utah’s competitive real estate market, where the difference of a few days or a few thousand dollars can make or break a deal, those stats are too big to ignore.

It’s Not About Decorating—It’s About Strategy

Because I’m both a licensed real estate agent in Utah with Coldwell Banker and a professional home stager, I see your home through both lenses: what appeals to buyers and what moves the needle in terms of sale price.

Sometimes it’s as simple as:

A new paint color in the right tone
Rearranging furniture to open up the space
Swapping in some fresh art or pillows

Even small updates can create a completely different experience for buyers—and that emotional connection is often what leads to stronger, faster offers.

I Include Staging as a Complimentary Service

Here’s something that sets me apart: I offer home staging with every listing at no additional cost. It’s not a gimmick—it’s a proven strategy I believe in, and I’ve built my business around helping sellers like you present your home in its best light.

Whether you're living in the home while it’s on the market or selling a vacant property, I tailor the staging to fit your situation and your budget (without compromising results).

Bottom Line: Should I Stage My Utah Home Before Selling?

If you're selling a home in Utah, staging is one of the smartest investments you can make—especially in today's housing market. That's why I include complimentary staging as part of my full-service listing package. You only get one shot at a first impression, and I’m here to make sure it counts.

Thinking of selling soon? Let’s talk about how we can make your home shine and get top dollar—without added stress.