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5 Expert Decluttering Methods to Try for a Tidier Home (2025 Update)
Scott Lehr
Team Leader, The Listing Team at RESF
Licensed Realtor in Fort Lauderdale
You know what’s tougher than selling your Fort Lauderdale home? Trying to show it when it’s packed with clutter. I’ve helped hundreds of homeowners prep their spaces, and these 5 methods really work:
The 4-Box Method
Grab boxes labeled Keep, Donate, Trash, and Relocate. Works wonders for home staging prep.
90/90 Rule
If you haven’t used it in 90 days and won’t in the next 90? Bye-bye. Essential for getting your home market-ready.
Vertical Storage Solutions
Wall-mounted shelves create the illusion of space – a trick we use in Oakland Park home valuations.
Digital Decluttering
Scan documents instead of stacking. Buyers love clean counters.
The “One In, One Out” Rule
New item in? Old one goes. Keeps your Weston home show-ready.
Need help prepping your Pembroke Pines home for sale? Let’s chat – 954-342-6180 or scott@reallistingagent.com.
Energy Efficient Upgrades That Actually Boost Your Home’s Value
Scott Lehr
Team Leader, The Listing Team at RESF
Licensed Realtor in Fort Lauderdale
Here’s the truth – not all “green” upgrades pay off when selling. After helping clients with hundreds of Fort Lauderdale home valuations, these are the ones that matter:
LED Lighting
Cheap fix with big impact. Buyers notice.
Smart Thermostat
Spend $200, recover $500 in home value. Easy math.
Window Upgrades
In our Broward County market, hurricane-proof windows sell homes faster.
Water Heater Blanket
$30 investment that shows you care.
Solar Tube Lighting
Brightens dark spaces without electrical work.
Wondering which upgrades will help sell your Oakland Park home? Download our free seller’s guide or call me at 954-342-6180.
Florida’s Short-Term Rental Market: What It Means for Your Home’s Value
Scott Lehr
Team Leader, The Listing Team at RESF
Licensed Realtor in Fort Lauderdale
The short-term rental market is shaking up Florida real estate. Here’s what I’m seeing with my Weston home valuation clients:
Beach Areas = Hot Commodities
Properties within 2 miles of beaches are seeing 12-18% value bumps.
HOA Restrictions Matter
Communities that ban short-term rentals are actually attracting more families.
The “Goldilocks Zone”
3-4 bedroom homes in Pembroke Pines are perfect for investors AND families.
Insurance Impacts
Short-term rental properties face higher premiums – something to consider.
2025 Outlook
New regulations may level the playing field for traditional buyers.
Curious how this affects your Fort Lauderdale home’s worth? Get a personalized analysis.