What does your mailbox look like? Selling or not, one of the most often overlooked parts of curb appeal along with the front door is the mailbox. This simple stand alone piece of your curb appeal can convey a very simple but clear message to prospective buyers. What kind of message would you like to convey as someone pulls up or walks up to your property? Does your box lean, bang and hang or have rust spots? As curb appeal fixs go, a mailbox is not a major expense but it can convey a welcoming feeling and a … (4 comments)
curb appeal: Just Because....
- 06/29/12 02:01 AM
With the fourth of July around the corner and summer in full swing I thougt it might be time to revisit the teeny tiny bikini subject. After a particularly traumatic color experience yesterday I felt the need to repost this blog...I love my job, I love my job.....
There's a saying in fashion that goes along the lines of.... just because they make it in your size it doesn't mean you should wear it. You know... like squeezing into a tiny bikini when you are not so tiny. It's a rule that should be applied to staging and home … (15 comments)
CHRISTMAS IN JULY...AUGUST...SEPTEMBER... Yes, it's time once more for my rant about year round holiday lighting.... Moving here six years ago from the Midwest, it was an adjustment around holiday time. Palm trees and 80-90 degree temperatures made it quite hard for me to get in the Christmas spirit. Even after all this time, it is strange. It seems others here do not have this problem and they celebrate the season throughout the year... year after year. They love it so much that they continue the celebration even when their home is on the market.
The icicles may project a feeling … (12 comments)
curb appeal: Consultations Make The Difference
- 07/28/09 01:43 AM
Yes, I know, you have all seen the blogs about how Staging does sell a property faster and how just a few changes can make all the difference. We did a consultation for this homeowner in April before listing. We provided him with a detailed room by room plan to follow complete with interior and exterior color selections. This homeowner did a great job in implementing recommended changes based on his budget. Decluttering alone made this home shine and cost nothing but a little time. Below are some before and afters. The home has sold already after listing in June...nuff said! … (7 comments)
curb appeal: Responsible Curb Appeal
- 07/02/08 10:05 AM
CALIFORNIA CLUSTERLILY Curb Appeal is every home's first impression. That aside, who doesn't like sitting on their front porch or in their backyard smelling and looking at a beautiful lush landscape? It's food for the soul and one way to reduce the stress of daily living. When developing a landscape plan, it's not just about color and texture. There are local growing and weather considerations to consider as well. Here in Southern California, we are in the midst of a draught and wildfires are always a threat when warm, dry and windy conditions persist. Using native plants and those that … (11 comments)
curb appeal: Contractors and Your Business
- 06/16/08 12:30 PM
This is a part of our job that I am sure many more experienced Stagers and Redesigners are used to but it has been a real learning experience for me being new to the business. There are so many things to consider when you are handling the details of a job for a client when specialized work is needed. As you handle all these details for your client, it makes their Staging/Redesign experience way less stressfull and this should definitely be one of your goals as a Professional. I thought I would share some tips on things to look out for when you are hiring a Contractor. If you are … (11 comments)
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