{"id":145,"date":"2017-03-31T10:11:16","date_gmt":"2017-03-31T17:11:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/a-storageofmt.com\/blog\/?p=145"},"modified":"2025-01-09T19:17:10","modified_gmt":"2025-01-09T19:17:10","slug":"storing-your-vehicles-boats-and-rvs-can-help-with-a-quick-home-sale","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.a-storagemt.com\/?p=145","title":{"rendered":"Storing Your Vehicles, Boats and RVs Can Help With a Quick Home Sale"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.a-storagemt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-09-12.09.52-A-modern-suburban-home-with-a-clean-and-spacious-driveway-and-garage-free-of-vehicles-staged-perfectly-for-sale.-The-scene-includes-a-well-maintaine.webp\" alt=\"A modern suburban home with a clean and spacious driveway and garage, free of vehicles, surrounded by a well-maintained yard. The scene is bright and inviting, representing a home ready for sale. A storage facility is subtly visible in the background, symbolizing off-site vehicle storage.\" class=\"wp-image-240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.a-storagemt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-09-12.09.52-A-modern-suburban-home-with-a-clean-and-spacious-driveway-and-garage-free-of-vehicles-staged-perfectly-for-sale.-The-scene-includes-a-well-maintaine.webp 1024w, https:\/\/blog.a-storagemt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-09-12.09.52-A-modern-suburban-home-with-a-clean-and-spacious-driveway-and-garage-free-of-vehicles-staged-perfectly-for-sale.-The-scene-includes-a-well-maintaine-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/blog.a-storagemt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-09-12.09.52-A-modern-suburban-home-with-a-clean-and-spacious-driveway-and-garage-free-of-vehicles-staged-perfectly-for-sale.-The-scene-includes-a-well-maintaine-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/blog.a-storagemt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-09-12.09.52-A-modern-suburban-home-with-a-clean-and-spacious-driveway-and-garage-free-of-vehicles-staged-perfectly-for-sale.-The-scene-includes-a-well-maintaine-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog.a-storagemt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-09-12.09.52-A-modern-suburban-home-with-a-clean-and-spacious-driveway-and-garage-free-of-vehicles-staged-perfectly-for-sale.-The-scene-includes-a-well-maintaine-100x100.webp 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">De-cluttering your home driveway and garage by storing excess vehicles off-site can create a spacious and appealing environment for potential buyers.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">In a competitive sellers&#8217; market, staging your home is essential. While a lived-in appearance can increase the chances of a sale, too much clutter or the wrong items on display can have the opposite effect.<\/p>\n<p>Many homeowners rent storage units to declutter their homes during the selling process. However, one often-overlooked strategy is storing excess vehicles. Boats, second cars, RVs, and snowmobiles can take up valuable space and detract from your home\u2019s appeal. Here\u2019s why storing these vehicles might be a smart move:<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Here is why:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Vehicles take up a large amount of space.\u00a0 This can make your garage or driveway feel crowded.\u00a0 Many home buyers want as much space as they can get for their money, removing one or more vehicles from your property creates the illusion of more room to your home\u2019s potential new owner.<\/p>\n<p>If your vehicles are not in the best shape, they can make your property look shabby.\u00a0 This can turn-off potential buyers or encourage low-ball offers.<\/p>\n<p>Parking in front of your home can often make your place less visible to potential buyers.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Types of Vehicle Storage:<\/strong>Fortunately, our storage facilities provide vehicle storage services. Your choices might include:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Outside Storage:<\/strong>\u00a0 This is basically an oversized parking lot. Rent a spot and park your vehicle for as long as you would like. this is|this can be} often the most cost-efficient choice and a decent alternative.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Drive-In Storage Units:<\/strong>\u00a0 If you plan to store things other than your vehicle, check out a drive-in storage unit.\u00a0 These are large, garage-like storage units that you can use to store your vehicle(s) and your belongings.\u00a0 These units provide a large amount of protection and security for your vehicle(s) and may prove cost-efficient if you have lots of things that you have to store while your house is on the market.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<ul>\n<li data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><strong>Key Questions to Ask Before Renting:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Before selecting a storage facility, consider the following:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"true\">\n<li>\n<p><strong>Security:<\/strong> What security measures are in place? Are there cameras, gates, or on-site staff?<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Accessibility:<\/strong> How easy is it to access your vehicle? Are there restrictions on entry hours?<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Lighting:<\/strong> Is the facility well-lit for safety and ease of access, especially if you\u2019ll need to visit after dark?<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Final Thoughts:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Staging your home isn\u2019t just about furniture and decor. Ensuring your property feels open, tidy, and inviting extends to your driveway and garage. By storing extra vehicles off-site, you can create a more spacious and appealing environment for prospective buyers, helping your home stand out in a competitive market.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a competitive sellers&#8217; market, staging your home is essential. While a lived-in appearance can increase the chances of a sale, too much clutter or the wrong items on display can have the opposite effect. Many homeowners rent storage units to declutter their homes during the selling process. 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