There are two schools of
thought about whether it is better to show a house empty or with the furnishings
in it. An empty house is like a blank canvas, and prospective buyers can more
easily imagine what their things would look like in it. But buyers could take
the fact that the house is vacant as a sign that the sellers are very anxious to
sell and, therefore, might entertain a low offer.
Our recommendations are usually based on how the
house would look. Since taste is so subjective, unless your furniture looks
really wonderful and is neutral in taste, it could distract buyers from the most
attractive qualities of your home. The fact that your home is vacant could give
it a competitive edge when they make their final selection. Will it attract low
offers? It might, but if the price is right, it will attract reasonable offers,
too.
