Michele Hess, Home Stager Rockford - Simply Staged Inc

Rockford & Stateline Area Home Stager (Simply Staged Inc.)

Simply Staged is a professional home staging and redesign company serving Rockford IL and the Stateline Area. Founder, Michele Hess, is an experienced, professional home stager serving Rockford IL and the Stateline Area. Her experience ranges from condos to million dollar listings. Michele's work was showcased in the 2005, 2007 & 2008 Parade of Homes in Rockford, Byron, Davis Junction and Oregon. Hess has been featured in the Rockford Register Star and the Rockford Woman Magazine. Hess was also the featured staging expert at the Home Sellers Real Estate Forecast Seminar and Workshop held in Rockford.

At Simply Staged Inc., our goal is to work closely with our clients to help them prepare their home to sell as quickly as possible at the desired price. We have the experience, inventory and professional resources to professionally stage your home. We pride ourselves on meeting budget and scheduling requirements.

As a full service Rockford IL Home Staging Company, we are experts in staging your occupied or vacant property to its fullest potential.

Please visit us at simplystagedinc.com for more information about our services and view examples of our work.

Rockford Area Home Staging Experts

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Rockford Area Home Staging Services - Simply Staged Inc.

Home Staging and Redesign

Rockford IL Home Stager, Simply Staged Inc. specializes in staging occupied, vacant and model homes. Full service Home Stager in Rockford IL and the Stateline Area.

Simply Staged Inc. stages homes in Belvidere, Byron, Caledonia, Cherry Valley, Loves Park, Machesney Park, Oregon, Pecatonica, Poplar Grove, Rockford, Rockton, Roscoe, Stillman Valley, and Winnebago.

Rockford IL Area Home Staging Testimonials

Diana and I would like to thank you again for the work you did preparing our home for sale. Our neighborhood had quite a few similar houses on the market, including foreclosures, which were really dragging prices down. We had nearly given up on being able to sell our house in this market when we started working with a new Realtor and she recommended your services. Your first consultation was a whirlwind of activity, and after you left we were skeptical of the changes that needed to be made. I was still uncertain that the house woud sell, and if we went ahead with some of the changes, such as painting, and the house did not sell we would have been stuck with them. We discussed this over lunch, and decided that now was the time - we headed out, bought some paint, and got to work. After giving everything a thorough cleaning, fresh coat of paint, and some packing the hard work was over. We appreciate how you were able to come back on short notice with rental artwork and decorations. With some additional changes to the furniture layout, things were really starting to look good! I suppose the buyers agreed. We listed that same day and had three showings the next day. Two of those showings made offers, and both were above our asking price. We sold our home in ONE day and believe you deserve most of the credit for this. The house looked amazing, and everybody who saw the before and after was in awe. Our Realtor said that in her opinion, the staging made us an extra $5K on the sale price. Our friends are all amazed when we tell them how quickly our home sold. I couldn't have asked for a better situation. You've turned a skeptic into a believer, and I can't recommend your services enough. -Dan Browder, Home Seller, Rockford

My sellers and I were absolutely thrilled with the results after Michele Hess of Simply Staged completed her magic on a home in a Boone County subdivision. The home went under contract in 7 days after being staged. The sellers said, "It was Michele and the staging that sold our house. We saw our home in a whole different way and loved what we saw." Michele was very good about keeping me informed after she first met with them and told me what they discussed, what the sellers agreed to do, and the time table to have it done. It all moved very quickly and with amazing results. Thank you Michele! -Marilyn Osterberg, Dickerson and Nieman Realtors

I want to thank you for staging our home. Your work was impeccable. Your professionalism and "take charge" work ethic was inspiring. I have received many compliments on the colors chosen, the furniture placement and spaciousness of our home. Your ability to see and have the foresight of the many possibilities was truly inspiring. The hardest person to convince to have our home staged was my husband. Now he says to everyone, "our professional stager could see possibilities that he could never have imagined." Thanks again Michele! -Mary, Home Seller, Illinois

Thank you a hundred times Over!! Who would have thought 2 offers at full asking price, but sold for $5,000 over asking price in Seven days!!! Your ideas were great and we learned so much from you. You have such talent and an eye for design. One of the best things working with you was you listened to our ideas and made them work with yours when possible. You were so patient with us and understood it's difficult to put some of the personal items away for a time. It was work to get everything together, but so worth it. Would we do it again? Yes, because you made a stressful time much easier and really enjoyable. Thanks again for all the talent you shared with us. We love the finished look and it goes without saying, so did a lot of people! -Russell & Karen, Rockford

My goal as a listing agent is to consult sellers on the market, proper pricing, and staging. I refer them to Michele Hess, Simply Staged Inc. They worked side by side to implement the changes and followed up on her "to do" list. They were so impressed with her. When I went back to list the home. . .I was blown away. We listed $5,000 more than we planned, due to the beautiful staging and condition. We received an offer and accepted it in 10 days! I have a client for life. . .and so does Michele! Thank you for your wonderful vision Michele!
-Rebecca Adams, Listing Specialist, Keller Williams Realty

I would like to thank you for your assistance in the staging of my home for sale. The presentation was exactly what was needed to show off the personality of the home. I would strongly encourage that anyone with a current listing or future listing contract for your talent and services. The investment in the presentation of your home is as vital as the real estate agent you choose to market your property. The investment will pay for itself with a faster, more profitable sale. -Dana Smith, Home Seller, Rockford

Michele is one of the most energetic & hardworking people that I have met. I have used her on numerous spec houses/condos and even on my own home. I can't count the compliments I received on these homes regarding the decor. She has an unbelievable ability to walk into any room and visualize almost immediately what needs to be done in order to showcase the home for sale. Her enthusiasm, creativity and positive attitude seem to almost energize you when she explains her plans for staging. You can truly tell that she loves what she is doing. Michele goes out of her way to make sure every detail is finished by the deadline. She is not only an amazing stager, she is an amazing person whom I am glad I have had the opportunity to know and work with. I would highly recommend Michele Hess with Simply Staged to any Realtor or homeowner and would be happy to talk to anyone who has more questions regarding my experience with her. You will be pleased at the "magic" she can perform on a home. -Becky Adams, ReMax Professional Advantage & Sean Adams Custom Carpentry, Inc.

Michele came into our home to stage one maybe two rooms, but with her keen decorating ideas we did six or seven rooms. All in about two days!! She worked with only the furniture I had, we only purchased items to hang on walls and accessories. We were extremely pleased with the outcome. Michele's efficient working style and great personality made her a pleasure to work with. She went way beyond her call of duty "staging" to help me in many other ways. Just an initial meeting with Michele and you will know; she knows how to turn a room from ordinary to tastefully elegant by "simply" moving furniture and adding accessories. I WILL definitely use Michele again in the future! THANK YOU MICHELE!!! -Jean, Belvidere, IL

Thank you so much for the changes you made to the house on Distillery. The place looks great and the sellers are very pleased as well. I will definitely use you again! -Keith Kelly, Dickerson & Nieman Realtors

Michele is a joy to work with, she really has an eye for staging a home. A true professional. -Betty Griffin, Dickerson & Nieman Realtors

Simply Staged Inc. is one of the best services I can offer my listings. Michele has an eye and talent for making a home look its best, and in this market that is very important. The feedback from my sellers is so very positive about Michele's services. I am using this as a listing tool. -Debbie Carlson, Coldwell Banker Premier

When we contacted Michele to do our 2007 Parade home we weren't sure what to expect, but we were amazed by all she was able to accomplish. She is truely a talented, hard working individual. Needless to say, she will be doing our 2008 parade home as well. -Brad Zimmerman, Zimmerman Home Builders

I am very happy with the changes you made at my listing. The home owner is happy as well. We both agreed you brought a lot of value and believe the home will receive a higher offer since you worked your magic. I can hardly believe it is the same home. Your service was terrific and you are very professional. I will keep you in mind for my future listings. -Rick Anders, RE/MAX Property Source

"I have referred Simply Staged Inc. and its' owner Michele Hess to my real estate clients as they try to make their homes the most competitive in a very challenging marketplace. Her staging service is top-notch as she offers a full range of staging services from furniture rental, accessorizing, re-purposing to consultations. She is such a dynamo with tons of energy and professionalism. The bottom line is that her services make houses sell faster and for more money...who could ask for more?!" -Kelly Wolf, Realtor, Coldwell Banker Premier

My husband and I would like to thank Michele Hess from Simply Staged for helping us "put together" our home for sale. We started out with a nice interior, but when Michele was finished staging we ended up with an updated and stylish house. We of course love all our personal items, but when Michele explained that prospective buyers want to visualize themselves in the home we understood why we should remove our personal items and clutter. One of the great things about Michele coming to stage your house is that you get to live in the "new look" until the house is sold. Thanks Michele! -Dallas & Amy, Home Sellers, Leaf River, IL

In addition to being the most professional and talented stager that I have ever worked with, Michele is a forward-thinking entrepreneur who has applied and mastered social networking concepts to help others. By stepping outsie of her comfort zone to teach, she has become an expert in marketing, social media and presentations. I heartily recommend Michele for her proven staging skills, cutting-edge social media abilities and for her willingness to help others. -Robert Drummer, Team Leader, Keller Williams Realty