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The Times They Are A Changin'

Terrylynn Fisher Real Estate Broker-Staging Consultant: Real Estate Agent in Walnut Creek, CA

What has caused the change, well really more of a healthy evolution, of the staging industry? Eight years ago there were two main training offerings giving staging training and redesign, today there are about 25. They are springing up all over North America with many trainers stagers/redesigners we all know and respect. The training companies each offer a different take on the industry and fill in gaps in training. It is a given that you must be creative. Many people attracted to staging are creative and have not fully developed their business training. There are those that got their training through their business backgrounds, have creative talent and just jumped right in.

In reality, many stagers take more than one training program in order to fill in the gaps in training or take advanced training and propel their business to another level of success. Some of them keep that a secret, others embrace it as Realtors do. Realtors have known for years that they must continue to get education to fill in their gaps and advance themselves in training and expertise in order to keep up with changes in their marketplace and maintain a cutting edge real estate practice. It is a good thing that the staging industry is realizing that they are not hobbyists, but need to have a high level of business proficiency to have a viable and profitable business. Along with that realization that you must become a business owner is the realization that education, specialties and the support of trade organizations and affiliations in industry related groups makes sense.

Another step forward for the home staging industry has been the creation of a member run trade association RESA (Real Estate Staging Association), which is non-denominational and addresses industry issues and challenges. RESA is designed to be a self-governing body that sets industry standards and subscribes to a code of ethics, much like the real estate model. The stagers/redesigners themselves determine their direction and values of the association and how that will be put out to the public for their judgment of the industry. The issues of the future are being discussed now and will be developed into the long term planning for issues that impact the industry as well as products and services. The grassroots efforts of the staging professionals of today are setting those new standards.

Congratulations to RESA for being chosen to spearhead the upcoming Stage it Forward Round Table discussions. Last year was a success, and this year should be even better!

What an exciting time to be in this industry. I am proud to be among you. A raving fan and SOLD on Staging Realtor.

Parks in the Northgate Area of Walnut Creek CA – Arbolado Park

Vickie Nagy, Realtor, Specializing in San Ramon, Danville & the Tri-Valley!: Real Estate Agent in San Ramon, CA

Arbolado Park in the Northgate area of Walnut Creek

Playground at Arbolado Park in the Northgate area of Walnut Creek

Arbolado Park is a 26 acre park located on Arbolado Drive at Doncaster Drive in Walnut Creek, CA. Amenities include a boasting a children's playground, barbeque pits, picnic tables, basketball court, soccer field, tennis courts, connection to walking trails and onsite restroom facilities.

Views at Arbolado Park in the Northgate area of Walnut Creek

Picnic Tables at Arbolado Park in the Northgate area of Walnut Creek

Arbolado Park is a pleasure for the young and old alike. It's a peaceful park with lots of benches and picnic tables to relax and enjoy the views of the nearby orchards and Mount Diablo.

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Parks in San Ramon CA – Valley View Park in San Ramon CA, a Park in Gale Ranch Area

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Entry to Valley View Park in San Ramon CA

Playground in Valley View Park in San Ramon CA

Public Tennnis Courts in Valley View Park in San Ramon CA

Valley View Park is a 4 acre park located in the Gale Ranch area at Monarch and Star Jasmine, in San Ramon, CA 94582 boasting a baseball diamond, soccer fields, tennis courts, playground, picnic tables and onsite restrooms.

Covered Picnic and Views from Valley View Park in San Ramon CA

Valley View Park is a pleasure for the young and old alike. It's a peaceful park with lots of benches and picnic tables to relax and enjoy the hillside views.

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Parks in San Ramon CA – Red Willow Park in San Ramon CA, a Park in Gale Ranch Area

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Entry to Red Willow Park in San Ramon CA

Playground in Red Willow Park in San Ramon CA

Baseball Diamond in Red Willow Park in San Ramon CA

Red Willow Park is a 4 acre park located in the Gale Ranch area at 190 Red Willow Road, in San Ramon, CA 94582 boasting a baseball diamond, soccer fields, trail access, playground, picnic tables and onsite restrooms.

Picnic Area in Red Willow Park in San Ramon CA

Red Willow Park is a pleasure for the young and old alike. It's a peaceful park with lots of benches and picnic tables to relax and enjoy the hillside views.

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Parks in San Ramon CA – Monarch Park in San Ramon CA, a Park in Gale Ranch Area

Vickie Nagy, Realtor, Specializing in San Ramon, Danville & the Tri-Valley!: Real Estate Agent in San Ramon, CA

Entry to Monarch Park in San Ramon CA

Monarch Park is a 6 acre park located in the Gale Ranch area at 8502 N. Monarch Road, in San Ramon, CA 94582 boasting a soccer fields, a cricket pitch, playground, picnic tables and onsite restrooms.

Swings and View from Monarch Park in San Ramon CA

Monarch Park is a pleasure for the young and old alike. It's a peaceful park with lots of benches and picnic tables to relax and enjoy the hillside views.

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