The North Texas Chapter of IRIS has put together a contest for "Get Redesigned Month".
The winner will have a Redesign of a family room, master bedroom, kitchen and another room of our choice. The link to enter is www.makeovermastersofnorthtexas.com . It's easy, fun and valued over $1600.00.
So maybe you know of a single mom that could use a renewed space or a mom or dad that have a spouse away in the military, or a newly married couple needing help...contact them or surprise them with entering on their behalf!
All proceeds go to Minnie's Food Pantry. The Makeover Masters are very excited about this and the contest ends in September so spread the word to everyone you know in the North Texas Region!
We will announce the winner in October and of course post the Before and Afters! Thanks in advance for spreading the word.
After giving out so many Staging Reports to clients it was now my turn to put my home on the market and see what staging could do. First step before listing was to make the "dreaded" list - the Staging Report. I being a professional stager thought my list was about half the length just because I like to live clutter free.
We started de-personalizing so others could see beyond my family living there and most importantly, took de-cluttering to the next level. We cleared out half of all closets, all cabinets and made sure everything was completely neat and tidy. The laundry room got new baskets for containing detergents and the pantry was tip top with every can turned just perfectly with nothing on the floor to show ample storage. The house was pristinely clean, cobweb free and had no pet odors (we have three dogs). But one very important aspect of staging my house was that everything we didn't use on a daily basis was packed away and delivered to a storage unit off premises.
Doing that took about 3 full days. We were exhausted yet anxious to get it "show home" perfect for listing and new pictures. Let's face it; if a Stagers house doesn't sell quickly, I'm in trouble, especially in my own neighborhood where everyone sees my car driving around and knows what I do!
So to make a long exciting story short...we listed with pictures on Wednesday, had 7 showings within a week and had a contract that next Sunday! I need to mention that the houses around us are on the market several months and going on average at $92.00 a sq. ft. Ours sold within a week and a half, at $103.00 a square foot.
I do not say this to brag or pat myself on the back. I say it so every seller out there can see the importance of staging. I say it because every back breaking moment and my kids asking everyday if they have to make their bed today is WAY WORTH IT!
Now if your house in on the market already or plan to list soon, you'll want to get a Staging Report. Call a professional stager, call Cindy Richter owner of Interior Motiv. You'll be glad you did!
Interior Motiv - metro 817-925-2021, www.interiormotiv.com
After giving out so many Staging Reports to clients it was now my turn to put my home on the market and see what staging could do. First step before listing was to make the "dreaded" list - the Staging Report. I being a professional stager thought my list was about half the length just because I like to live clutter free.
We started de-personalizing so others could see beyond my family living there and most importantly, took de-cluttering to the next level. We cleared out half of all closets, all cabinets and made sure everything was completely neat and tidy. The laundry room got new baskets for containing detergents and the pantry was tip top with every can turned just perfectly with nothing on the floor to show ample storage. The house was pristinely clean, cobweb free and had no pet odors (we have three dogs). But one very important aspect of staging my house was that everything we didn't use on a daily basis was packed away and delivered to a storage unit off premises.
Doing that took about 3 full days. We were exhausted yet anxious to get it "show home" perfect for listing and new pictures. Let's face it; if a Stagers house doesn't sell quickly, I'm in trouble, especially in my own neighborhood where everyone sees my car driving around and knows what I do!
So to make a long exciting story short...we listed with pictures on Wednesday, had 7 showings within a week and had a contract that next Sunday! I need to mention that the houses around us are on the market several months and going on average at $92.00 a sq. ft.
Ours sold within a week and a half, at $103.00 a square foot. I do not say this to brag or pat myself on the back. I say it so every seller out there can see the importance of staging. I say it because every back breaking moment and my kids asking everyday if they have to make their bed today is WAY WORTH IT!
Now if your house in on the market already or plan to list soon, you'll want to get a Staging Report. Call a professional stager, call Cindy Richter owner of Interior Motiv. You'll be glad you did!
Interior Motiv - metro 817-925-2021, www.interiormotiv.com
Come celebrate July 4th in Flower Mound Texas.
Starting at 11:00 AM, at Timber Creek Elementary School you can line up with a decorated wagon, stroller, bike, trike, whatever you'd like and start marching to kick the day off. The route is short (so the tiny tikes don't get too tired) and ends at the LISD School Administration Building.
Once you get there, you'll be greeted with FREE hotdogs, drinks and lots of activities for the kiddos. And for the adults, there's live entertainment!
Then...starting about 9:25 PM...The Independence Day Fireworks Show begins!
Gates will open at 7 PM for the good seats. But remember, no glass containers, alcoholic beverages and no tobacco products may be brought to the high school where the parking is free.
For more information, call 972.874.6276.
On August 11 - 14, 2008 the Flower Mound Fire Department will hold a Youth Fire Academy for students that enter the 7th or 8th grade this fall. It runs from 1 to 5 PM at the Central Fire Station located at 3838 Forums Dr. It's a free program designed to introduce them to the world of fire protection and emergency medical services.
The class is limited so if you're interested or know someone who might want to join in, get registered by July 7th. If you have any questions contact Ken MacInnes at 972-874-6265.
We specialize in Vacant Home Staging and getting you the help needed to sell your listing 11-13 days faster and avg. 6.9% over list price! We are the Professional Buyers Eyes! Get ahead and Stage it!
As the owner of Interior Motiv, Cindy has been decorating over 15 years and is also certified in Home Staging and Redesign. She is a two time National award winner and currently President of the North Texas Chapter of Interior Redesign Industry Specialists (IRIS). She is quickly becoming one of the most sought after Real Estate Stagers in the metroplex making things appear easy while being an expert at color, organization and furniture placement. Interior Motiv is unique in the industry because they use their own furniture instead of contracting with rental companies. This allows the opportunity to provide better quality furniture with no monthly minimums and at a very competitive price. Interior Motiv will continue the quest for excellence in Interior Decorating trends, Real Estate market needs and Redesign challenges. Call them, you'll be glad you did! ________________________________________________________________________________
The Real Estate market is changing and to stay ahead of the competition, NAR says you need to have that listing professionally staged. One way to do that is using Interior Motiv, specializing in Vacant Home Staging. We assist you in getting as much money as possible and a quicker sale by making that home look fantastic! We are certified and well trained (IRIS and CISS) being experts at color, furniture placement and organization. We have 3 price points for everyone's budget and do our best to keep your costs down, all with the same level of service. We de-personalize, and de-clutter as well as give the homeowners a Detailed Report listing everything needed to prepare that home for the market. An advantage for you, is by us providing the report, we're the "bad guy" and you keep your relationship in tact! We also do Interior Redesign for the home that already looks great but needs a little personality or touch up. You will never be disappointed in our service, our integrity, or our prices!
Vacant or Occupied Home Staging, Interior Redesign, Decorating, Color Consultations, Organization and Curb Appeal and of course Customer Service.
We want to help you get the results you're looking for...quicker sells and more money!
To do that, here are a few statisitcs you'll enjoy - The average return on your money for de-cluttering and cleaning is 594%, for curbappeal it's 266% and staging with furniture is 169%!
We de-personalize and de-clutter while accentuating the positives and down playing the negatives. We do everything needed to allow the buyer to picture themselves living there and to make that great first impression! In todays market, Staging is a must to set yourself apart from the competiion! So call us, you'll be glad you did!
SUPER SATISFIED!!! I had over 40 showings in over four months without a single offer. After Cindy staged my home, I received a solid offer in two in a half weeks. Wish I had called her four months ago. The service paid for itself ten times over. Michael S., Flower Mound I am adding Interior Motiv to my marketing package! I had 2 homes listed by the same seller. One had been on the market over 80 days with the only offers being way below list price. After Interior Motiv staged this home, we had 2 buyers battling it out and the home sold in 3 weeks. The seller's other home sold in just 10 days after being staged by Interior Motiv. My client was very happy with the results and I'm convinced! Eva Bradley, ReMax Cross Country, Highland Village What do you do with the biggest home in the neighborhood? You call Interior Motiv. This was a very large, beautiful, vacant home that had been freshly painted and updated, but was priced at the top of its peers. Interior Motiv staged the kitchen, library and master bath to add warmth and hominess. The home sold in less than 30 days and for full asking price! Now I call Cindy for all of my listings! Jamie Moring, Coldwell Banker, Flower Mound
We Believe!!!
We have always been hesitant to employ the use of a professional stager. Successful selling in Real Estate has always been about location, condition, marketing and price. But what do you do when all 4 of those items are good and the house still hasn't sold? We called Interior Motiv and the house sold in less than a week! The house had been on the market for 60 days with 2 price reductions and a realtor bonus and still no offers. We hired Interior Motiv and provided them with all of the feedback from CSS on this vacant home. Most of the feedback implied that the house was "dated" even though it had fresh paint and carpet. They came up with some very inexpensive solutions. They highlighted the kitchen and fireplace mantle with various accessories, and painted the dining room. What a difference! We had two contracts within one week! That first impression really counts! We will definitely use them again. Team Nelson, Bill and Andra Nelson, Real T Team, Top 1% of all Realtors Nationwide, "D" Magazine Best Realtors 2006
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Before and After Photo's for Vacant Home Staging
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