Why should I disclose virtual staging in real estate listings?

Disclosing virtual staging is essential to maintain buyer trust and comply with ethical marketing standards. Clear captions like “Virtually staged for visualization” ensure buyers understand which images have been altered. This avoids surprises during home tours and prevents damaged reputations caused by over-promising. Transparency encourages qualified buyers to engage confidently and reduces wasted time for agents and sellers by setting realistic expectations from the start.