Oh honey - you're so cute - get up and let me show you how it's done.
I feel so techy.......NOT! But I am always trying to learn something new. Yes, these young computer age kids still shake their head at me when I ask, "What is Google Juice or Link Love", but hey I'm trying to be hip....but I'm old. I think they feel sorry for me and think of their Mothers. They are trying to teach me new technology along with showing me great gadgets that I can use to blog with or about - to which I am so grateful but I feel I give them a sense of pride in knowing they are contributing to society by helping the elderly. I just wanted to be a great Stager and Redesigner...not a computer wiz but I am learning they go hand in hand.
A local Realtor wanted to interview my company, Rooms Rearranged a premier home staging company, on a Podcast to place on her Real Estate blog. At the time, since I didn't know what she was talking about and didn't want to look dumb, I said sure - why not. After I realized she was serious, I then learned I would be interviewed on some kind of a cyber-space talk show - OMG what have I done! I froze. I hate my own voice - I sound like a dork! Well - Candace Robinson a Licensed Realtor with HomeSmart International here in Phoenix and David Lopez , owner of Pezaudio.com, assured me it would be painless and they would walk me through it. I couldn't let them see me sweat (although they are so techy I'm sure they could see me through my computer). But to tell you the truth it was quite fun.
About 4 months ago I joined AZ Real Estate Blogging Network here in Phoenix. I must say I have met some wonderful people. They are so willing to help bring me into the 21st Century with blogging. Although every time I leave a meeting my head is spinning, I still know I take away a little more knowledge after each meeting.
For those of you who are trying to learn all you can about SEO's, blogging and marketing your business in other ways, this may interest you. Let me know what you think - it's kind of long so I don't blame you if you don't listen to the whole thing but give it a shot.
Just go to the link and click on the arrow by, "Listen to podcast of article". I send you this route so you can see Candace's great blog page.
If you have the opportunity to work with a Realtor in your area that has a blog, this is a great tool for them to use, write about and have for information on their site about Staging. If you have a blog, you can also feature it on your site.
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About The Author
Debbie Wheeler is an Arizona Residential Home Staging Specialist that can assist you with staging your occupied or vacant listings in the Phoenix Metro area. |
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Please visit Rooms Rearranged for all your home staging needs in the Phoenix metro area. Debbie Wheeler, l.R.I.S/Owner - Rooms Rearranged - 480.518.3140 E-mail me |
Sometimes a home that needs staging finds you instead of you finding it. There are many stories that go with every home on the market. This particular home played on our hearts.
When the Realtor told us about the homeowners, this was the story. The couple had raised their children in this house. After the children were gone, the couple decided to follow their dreams. They purchased a home in a quaint little artist town where they always wanted to be. They no longer needed this 3000 square foot home. They were ready to enjoy life together.
The couple moved and shortly after the wife found out she had cancer and passed away 4 months later. What a sad story of which I'm sure there are many - but this one tugged on our hearts. The husband was left with two homes. The family home would not sale. The home had been on the market for over a year with no offers. That is when we were called in. After we heard the story, we knew we wanted to help warm up this vacant property.
We staged the vacant property. And we are proud to say it sold within our 3-month contract. This is when you feel great. It's such a feeling of accomplishment that you can help a homeowner move-on.
These are the times I love this profession. What are your stories?
Rooms Rearranged and Sherry Olnhausen from Keller Williams hosted a Wine & Cheese Open House. It was open to Realtors, Mortgage Brokers, Builders, Active Rain Members and the public.
A good time was had by all. I'm proud to say one of our own AR members (Candace Robinson) walked away with the first gift of the evening.
For those of you that have never tried this type of marketing I say do it! It was great fun and we were able to meet many people in our industry. Of course, we had staged this vacant spec. that was built by Palacia Homes.
We should all take every opportunity to network with each other. It was also a great way to show off our staging project so Realtors and homeowners know exactly what they are getting.
(Candace, Debbie & Vicki) -Candace takes her gift with a smile.
This great home is located in Tempe, AZ in a gated community nestled off the beaten path but within minutes of shopping and dining. Call Sherry for all the details of this beauty.
Make connections whenever you can. This is definitely a great way to do it!
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Rooms Rearranged has been in business since 2004. We want to take your listing to the next level, with our own large inventory of beautiful furniture. Call today & learn how we can help.
Rooms Rearranged your premier Real Estate and Interior Redesign one stop shop. Located in Chandler, AZ. we pride ourselves on being one of the largest and most professional staging and redesign companies in Arizona. Our staff is customer focused with you in mind to provide the best client experience ever. Our vision is simple - "to meet and exceed the expectations of each and every client".
Debbie is President of RESA (Real Estate Staging Association) for the state of Arizona. RESA goals consist of creating unity and values needed in our industry, helping to create standards and ethical policies in home staging.
As far as staging is concerned, we feel we are seasoned veterans. We love staging vacant homes and feel we have found our niche in the market. We will give your listing that "welcome home" feeling. Rooms Rearranged, serving the greater Phoenix area for staging vacant and occupied homes. When "model home" quality is what you are looking for to set your home apart from the rest, call Rooms Rearranged. Visit our web-site and read what our clients are saying. Remember......if you choose not to stage you only help to sell your competition. View our web-site at www.roomsrearranged.com
Our expertise is in vacant home staging. Since we own our inventory of beautiful furniture and accessories, we are competitively priced. By taking out the rental company middleman, we can work within your budget. Debbie Wheeler and Vicki Keller, sister's and owners of Rooms Rearranged have been decorating for over 20 years. We specialize in taking your home from vacant to sold by creating a lifestyle buyers respond to. As a seller, your home needs to attract a buyer's attention within the first 10 seconds. Make that first impression a great one! Call Rooms Rearranged today.
"The 'sisters' of Rooms Rearranged are phenomenal. I provide staging services as part of my full service listing process. They consistently provide professional services that enable my clients and me to sell homes more quickly and for top dollar compared to my competition. Our needs vary and Debbie and Vicki always adapt. Sometimes it is bringing in entire furnishings to create indoor living spaces to elevate the appearance of the home. Other times, they rearrange my clients furnishing to enable the best use of space and increase dramatic appearance. Also, they can help generate creative staging ideas for my clients and I by providing 'to do's' for us and shopping lists.
Rooms Rearranged meet all of my needs as well as my client's needs. I have seen them consistently surpass our lofty expectations. They are energetic, creative and provide great value for the services they provide. I love to get the initial call from my clients raving about how beautiful their 'rearranged' home is. When we sell it faster and for top dollar, we all win."
~ Debbie Hill, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
"Thank you so much for all your efforts with such a beautiful transformation of a long term listing that was vacant and needed a new look! You completed your "staging project" Saturday and we received an accepted offer on Sunday! My clients are thrilled and, of course, I credit you for a very successful job. I have already shared this story and your business cards at the office. Thank you again for a job well done. '
~ Cheryl Lambdin, Realtor, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
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