Okay, misconception.....Staging is very expensive and no one could possibly make my house look better. I would have to have all new furniture. I would need everything new....NO!
Staging is about taking what the seller currently owns and making the most of it. Realtors that offer staging consultation as a part of their listing presentation may want to explain this upfront. It takes very little money to have a professional staging consult. It takes as little as a half day for a professional stager to make an incredible difference in whether the house sells and how long it will take for it to sell.
Another misconception...I live in an expensive home and I hired a designer to complete my decor. Staging is "NOT" decorating it is preparing the home to sell. It is not just the homes that are in affluent neighborhoods that need the talents and service of the professional stager, it is every home vacant and occupied. Average price for a consultation $150 for two hours and a written report, average time for a staging, half day to a full day, price $350-800. Return on investment reportedly over 300% at closing, plus a shorter time on the market.
Would you buy this house?
or this one?
No money spent, just the consultation and a little hard work. Amazing difference. The condo sold in less that 10 days.....how divine?
It looks like the only way is to blog, blog, and invite others to join. I think that Active Rain is a wonderful community and to encourage people to join and contribute. Some took my invitation and others said they just don't have time. Well, I don't always have time either, but I do know that every time I visit I learn something. So come on sign up and get busy learning and sharing.
I have had my carpet cleaned twice by this group and it is undoubtedly the best carpet cleaning EVER! CitriSolutions, Kim and Mike Maffel, 615-333-8977 in the Brentwood, Tennessee area. I am sure there is a franchise in your City. I recommend them highly and hope that if you have a chance to "clean carpet" for your clients, or for yourself, you will use them. My nephew also used them and was extremely pleased with their work when he was preparing his town home for sale.
A friend asked me recently to help her surprise her husband with an office makeover. When we met and viewed the room in question several things were happening in the room, non of which created a great working atmosphere. My friend had a work station here, her husband worked from home in the room, and they wanted to be able to watch TV and play games in the room. Well!
No. 1....clear the room and make a plan. So we did. We decided to cover the old worn out sofa with a brand spanking new cover, we needed a game table and chairs, we wanted the husband to have an efficient, comfortable and beautiful space to work...plus she needed her space. Here are the results of just two weeks work and planning.
I simply have to tell you about the event "Addicted to Decorating" taking place March 21, 2009, from 9:3AM-4:30PM at the Holiday Inn Brentwood, 760 Old Hickory Blvd. The day includes:
Seminar by: Carol Bass, Master Professional Trainer, joined by a variety of other industry experts.
Carol will share the fundamentals of decorating. You will have loads of fun, food and prizes.
The cost is only $99 before March 5 (after March 5 it is $149). I have tickets if you wish to purchase a ticket, or you may contact Carol at carol@AddictedToDecorating.com, or call her at 1/888-800-7507.
I am so very excited about this day of decorating and I know you will enjoy it too! Call me if you wish to have further information, or have questions.
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