Mary Fitzgerald Shares Exactly What to Buy When Staging a Home

"You can always count on plants to bring a room to life," Fitzgerald says. "And succulents are about the only things I can keep alive so I have them around a lot."

Not only is this rec from West Elm a solid three-in-one bargain, succulents are truly easy to care for—ideal with everything else going on.

A bowl of moss is another affordable, low-maintenance purchase. She suggests placing some in a bowl and spreading them throughout your place to create a relaxing, natural vibe buyers will love.

"Candles are always good," Fitzgerald mentions. "Tom Dixon jars are beautiful, smell great, and there's a little charm inside that's supposed to ward off negativity."

Scents definitely have a way of drawing people in—check out our House Beautiful editor-approved list here.

For those lucky enough to have an outdoor space and a pool, Fitzgerald emphasizes that investing in lounge chairs is key. Don't forget to scope out our extensive roundup of the best of the best.

"If you don't have a pool, place an area rug underneath your sitting area," she explains. "It brings an outdoor space together and makes it look complete."

Wayfair has outdoor staples that won't break the bank, so you don't have to worry about spending too much on a place you'll be leaving.

For anyone who wants to splurge on a unique amenity that'll add value, consider an at-home sauna. "I started meditating and I use my hot sauna a lot," Fitzgerald reveals. "I escape in there and it's really good for you. I sweat out all the toxins and it's like my cocoon where I leave my phone outside, put on music, and decompress after a hard day."