What a little paint can do...

I've never understood why some homesellers are so put off by the idea of painting.  Today we finished a tremendous makeover on a home in an older part of town.  The homeowner was GREAT!  They had started the makeover themselves and decided they were overwhelmed and needed an expert. 

This particular home was listed for $324,900 in January 2007.  After 4 price reductions it was listed at $274,900 when they called me. 

Here's what their best MLS photos looked like....

Here's what it looked like when I got there...

Here's what it looks like now...

So many times homeowners & agents believe that they understand staging.  Professional staging is a full time job!  Sometimes it is best to pay the professionals for what they do best....

Oh.. the home goes back on the market tomorrow.... $299,900.  I have no doubt they will get it.  For the record, the price of the staging.... less than $4000.  Do you think it was worth it?