In this example I would like to show Realtors and Homeowners how to create a "gift wrapping room" where none existed before. To create more perceived value and space in a property, I suggested to the homeowner that a "gift wrapping" room was created. Everyone wants one, but hardly anyone has one.
I suggested that an unused portion of the basement be Staged into a gift wrapping centre.
Using an existing table and chair from Ikea and gift wrapping materials, this is the result. The homeowner purchased the peg board for under $ 10.00.
My client is the star here. I gave her a suggestion during the consultation and this is what she came up with.
Advantage Staging will market your property to stand out from the competition every time.
Investment, minimal.
Impact, priceless.
In this example I would like to show Realtors and Homeowners that Staging can create "rooms" within rooms to increase the perceived value of a property.
All I did was Stage the fireplace and writing desk by adding props and accessories and then did a declutter of the room. Now the master bedroom in this property in Barrie is not just a place to sleep. It is now seen as a retreat destination from a busy day. Cuddling up in front of a romantic fireplace or writing notes at the desk.
Advantage Staging will market your property to stand out from the competition every time.
Investment, minimal.
Impact, priceless.
this example I would like to show Realtors and Homeowners that Staging is done to market the purpose of a room to appeal to the widest range of potential buyers. This allows potential buyers to envision themselves living in the home and entertaining in this room.
In this dining room in Barrie, all did was declutter, supply a fresh floral arrangement, and add 3 pieces of artwork that clearly shows that this room is used for entertaining and good times with family and friends.
Advantage Staging will market your property to stand out from the competition every time.
Investment, minimal.
Impact, priceless.
In our market, the furniture rental supply companies are actually running out of furniture to rent. They have been in business for 30 years and this is the busiest year they have ever had.
I asked why in their opinion. They said that the market has changed and it has become a buyer's market, and they cannot keep stock around. More Realtors than ever before are waking up to the idea that Staging will help market their listings saving them money on advertising. Yeah!!!!
I actually had to go pick up a rental couch with a client in Toronto as they couldn't deliver before the open house that was booked in 2 days. Due to the increased demand they are experiencing, it was either pick it up or wait 1 week for delivery. If you have ever driven across the 401 from Scarborough to the Yorkdale Mall area you know how congested it is at 4 o'clock and they close at 5. Plus, the TV crew from HGTV, The Unsellables was coming to film so I had to make it happen to keep the Staing process on schedule.
I don't usually lift things that heavy, but the client said he would hold up his end of the sofa,no problem. I should have known better. I think I pulled a muscle.
So fear not Stagers. When you watch the Stagers show on HGTV and see the Stagers scrambling to solve all the problems that arise on a job, know that it will all turn out in the end. My listing set a benchmark price in the neighbourhood and sold in 3 weeks.
All I have to do now is find my keys so I can go home after another long day Home Staging. Where are my keys, I know I left them some place obvious. Advantage Staging will market your property to stand out from the competition every time. This property is now SOLD!
Every Stager and Realtor has run into the same problem with homeowners that have collections. How do we suggest tactfully that the collection should be stored away until the house sells? We know it has to be done but knowing and convincing are two different things. This is how I do it.
I talk with the homeowner about how much the collection means to them, where did they find their pieces, which ones are there favourites, why did they start collecting this or that. After a few minutes of listening I suggest to them that it is not the actual collection that brings them such comfort but the memories that each piece of the collection that are making them feel good. In this way you have helped the homeowner realize that it is not the physical presence of the item but the memory of it that illicits the feelings that they do not want to part with.
I then suggest that I will take photos of their collection, individually or in a set, and put them in a photograph album for them. This suggestion is usually met with acceptance and sometimes, dare I say it, actual enthusiasm for storing their most prized possessions. I casually mention that you never who might be coming in to view their property and I would dread to think if someone happened to pick up one of their prized possessions and dropped it by mistake. Oh my!
By having the photos of their prized possessions they can open it anytime during the Staging process and see all their "old friends" All the feelings of comfort and the warm memories of the item are there at hand.
Voila! Another successful story about storing collections to relate to the next client.
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