You may have already seen it — an empty condo transformed into a sleek, modern space with designer furniture. But when you show up for a tour, it’s just bare walls.

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Some realtors are now using artificial intelligence not just to write descriptions, but to virtually stage homes. It’s a cost-saving tool for sellers who may not have the budget for physical staging.

“It creates nice images online that can show the potential of the property, and hopefully you get those buyers to come in and see the property,” said Eldad Moraru, a D.C.-area realtor with

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