Bevin Googer is a Home Stager and Interior Redesigner in Charleston, SC. In 2007 Bevin staged 28 vacant or model homes! She also did several owner-occupied consults, color consults, redesigns and home organizations. Bevin was named the 2007 Rookie Stager of the Year! 

Originally from Pawleys Island and now living in Mt. Pleasant, Bevin grew up in the South Carolina Lowcountry. She attended the University of South Carolina and earned a bachelor's degree in Advertising.

After constantly being asked by friends and family to rearrange their furniture, or pick new colors for their homes, Bevin realized this was something she had a passion for. Also, working as a real estate agent, Bevin immediately saw the advantages of Staging and Redesigning homes to sell in the real estate market. She decided to turn her passions and skills into a career.

Bevin is dedicated and enthusiastic about her work, and making your home a warm, welcoming and comfortable environment. She understands that first impressions are important, and a good first impression is priceless in today's real estate market.

Bevin specializes in Vacant Home Staging and Owner Occupied Staging. She also offers home organization, color consults, move-in and unpacking services.

VACANT STAGING

List Date 11/16/2006 ($349,900)                                                                                       List Date 2/11/2007 ($399,000)

Stage Date 5/3/2007, asking price $324,500                                                                    Stage Date 11/1/2007, asking price $359,900

Under Contract 27 days later (5/30/2007)                                                                         Under Contract 41 days later (12/11/2007)

Sold 6/28/2007 for $324,500 (Full Price!)                                                                        Sold 12/18/2007 for $330,000

"Bevin - It looks incredible. I am especially pleased with your execution. Managing and performing on expectations is paramount in business and you hit both. Thank you."

Greer Arthur, Partner, ACME Development 

"This is a team of true professionals that are focused on customer satisfaction and exceeding your expectations with delivery of services. With little notice and under pressure to stage three listings, they worked 24/7 to meet the deadlines. Staging with First Impressions is a savvy investment tool for realtors and sellers in this market. Presentation in marketing of your product and in showings to potential buyers is EVERYTHING. 'You only get once chance to make a good impression, so leave a mark and not a stain' "

Ann Coggiola, ABR, Realtor®, Prudential Carolina Real Estate  

"Bevin Googer and her team are Awesome. They came in and put together a strategy and a plan for our on site models that was fantastic and will work for us as a New Homes Sales Team now and in the future. In this market in Charleston we need every edge we can get and Bevin and First Impressions are one of those companies that deliver quick and easy solutions to presentations in New Home Sales.

She came in and got multiple options for us to get the job done quick and economical. She was able to work with what we had and made improvements and we have seen sales rise in just 3 weeks of her finishing just one model that she has worked on. We will use her and her company on many more communities and projects going forward."

Travis McCutchen, Prudential Carolina New Homes Division Sales Manager

"Bevin, I wanted to let you know how much I appreciate your professionalism, attentiveness, and ability to deliver on short notice. The 3 furnished rental properties you outfitted came out great. When you started they were empty boxes and by the time you were done, they looked like they were out of a magazine!!!

In addition, I have been able to keep these properties rented, thanks to the immediate "warm" feeling clients get when they walk through the door. Your style is simple, yet elegant, and it has done the trick. You only get one chance to make a first impression, and you have helped me tremendously on that front."

Jose Daniel Hernandez, Agent, Harbor City Real Estate Advisors, LLC

"My home office was overwhelmed by years of accumulated mail and papers. I had no organizational system in place and did not have the time, knowledge or patience to create one. I needed expert help and found it with Bevin Googer of First Impression Home Staging and Interior Redesign. Bevin is not only an expert at organization, but she is also personally fun to be around.

Working together over the course of 8 weeks, we transformed the space in a total of just 16 hours. It was the best investment of my time, energy and money, and I now have the peace of mind of knowing that all my family's important documents, keepsakes, and office tools are labeled, organized and complete. I strongly recommend Bevin's service to anyone who needs a leader and partner in organizing a home office."

Anne Keogh, homeowner

"My salute to Bevin Googer of First Impressions who created a home out of a house that I have " For Sale" at 317 Queen Street in the Old Village of Mt. Pleasant.  She was very thorough in explaining her services, her fees, and her ideas to me , and she delivered all that she promised.  What an asset Bevin is to real estate agents, especially in our slower market, who need an edge over other homes that are comparably priced. She's it!  I can't wait to put the "SOLD" sign up on 317 Queen Street, and it's going to happen sooner than later because of Bevin's attention to detail and the personal attention that she gave to this home and to her client--me.  Thanks, Bevin.  (I'll call you again.)"

Terry Horres, Agent, Prudential Carolina Real Estate

"Thanks to Bevin and her awesome staging and design ideas for helping us in this slower market.  After having numerous showings on two higher priced homes and no offers, we decided to try Bevin's staging.  Right after the staging, both properties went under contract and sold.  Then, I sold my personal residence for market price with only 31 days on market after having Bevin consult me on the paint colors, furniture placement and decluttering.  Bevin's staging and redesign services are awesome and are highly recommended!  Thanks again Bevin!" 

Homeowner/Investor, Mt. Pleasant, SC