I wish all my jobs were like this....
Once upon a time...
back June, I was contacted by a home seller who had found Joelle & Company on the web, she was familiar with my website and had read all my blogs. She said her and her husband had already started de-cluttering, painting, re-carpeting and updating their kitchen and she now felt it was time to call a Home Stager to get their input on what else should/could be done.
We had a lovely chat on the phone and agreed to meet a couple of days later. Her and her husband guided us through the house, telling us all that had been done, and all that they still planned to do. The list was extensive to say the least and when we were done, we added even more..........however it was agreed that some were just not an option. So we prioritized the list, prepared a proposal for staging, set a completion date for the repairs and maintenance and thus began the process of becoming market ready.
It took them a little longer to be ready than they had anticipated, but that was just fine as they were under no pressure from a listing agent, they had not called anybody yet. They were clear from the outset that they wanted to be fully ready before they called a Realtor. It took the pressure off of us as well.
When it was all done, we had our professional photographer take pictures, created a virtual tour, neighborhood show and asked them interview 4-5 Realtors to make sure they chose someone they felt would do the best job for them. Ultimately they decided on Jim & Leslie Titus of Homelife Benchmark Titus Realty, an outstanding Realtor team here in White Rock/South Surrey.
As the property was completely market ready they were able to list immediately, open the doors and let the Realtors start showing. Within days they had an accepted offer, within a few more, the subjects were removed and 24 hours later the SOLD sign was up.
We de-staged the property yesterday!
Everyone benefited from a market ready home, the home seller, the home buyer, the Realtor, and of course most of all... the stagers.
A happy ending for all!
This project was completed using the talents of Wendy Casey of A-List Home Staging
Huntington Park! This beautiful home has been lovingly cared for by original owners. Prime 14,000+ sq ft , cul-de-sac , South West private yard featuring an inviting in- ground pool and hot tub. Extensive updates include new roof , Intercom system , kitchen . Entertaining size kitchen with Sub Zero fridge , stainless appliances, granite counters. Modern open layout with vaulted ceilings in L/R and F/R .Loads of skylights . Designed to bring natural light into all areas of this home. Hardwood floors . Master bedroom has private covered balcony overlooking gardens and pool. Bedroom / office up has private deck. Den on main could be bedroom for in- laws or playroom. Designer decorated and freshly painted with new closets organizers in closets. This home shows a 10 . Quick possession possible. What a great family home with green belt and trails close by . Close to schools , shops, a great neighborhood .
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Those pictures are fantastic. You do great work. So when will you be out in Avon Lake?
Great before & afters! What a wonderful success story. Continued success Joelle!
Stanley - thank you. I have never been to Ohio, but will be sure to look you up if I ever do! :-)
Michele - thank you. These clients really deserved a fast sale, they even painted their garage! Floor and walls.
Great story Joelle and so important to remind sellers to get their home market ready before listing! Your recommendations and staging were impeccable -- love the new dining room light fixture too. Congrats on such a winning project.
Joelle - Great transformations and love your RES's!!! Congrats.
Maureen - Thank you, I love when we can reach a client before the Realtor. It makes our job easier, and quite frankly, I think it makes it easier for the Realtor as well.
Maureen H -Hey you, how are you? Thank you, you know I love my RES's
Joelle, you did a great job ~ Congrats!
Hey Joelle!
These photos/videos look great! I haven't used a staging company in my business yet for any of my listings. But by the looks of your work, I may need to have my seller's begin to consider it. Especially in this sluggish market!
Joelle,it looks great! Congrats on the sale. The RE show is wonderful.