Often times sellers will resist from putting their house on the market until after the holiday season, because they feel there are no buyers looking during this hectic time of the year.  

However, peoples lives are constantly changing all throughout the year with career changes, down sizing, job relocations, promotions,  etc.  and they all can happen at any point and time of the year.  There are buyers out shopping for homes in every season.

The key in listing anytime of year is to prepare the house before placing it on the market and make sure that it shows in it's best possible light!  Get the proper representation for selling your property and hire a professional home stager to assist you in preparing the home for the market.  The results may astound you!

Recently, on December 21, 2010, Empire Home Staging Solutions was asked to stage this listing and the results...SOLD!

In escrow and due to close on the 21st of January!  

So sellers, don't hesitate to list during the Holiday months, as long as the property is properly prepared and priced right, you too can sell during the Holiday Season!

Crepes de Paris

 A bit of Paris at the Victoria Gardens in  Rancho Cucamonga.  A  quant cafe much  like  the bistro's one might find in  France, Crepes de Paris brings us a little  French  flair with  a  taste that is ce  magnifique!

 A great place to start your day with a  delicious variety of  crepes  and breakfast  omelette's.  For lunch, dinner or  dessert the bistro offers great selections to please the  pallet.

 With a charming atmosphere, Crepes de Paris is a great  place to  meet for an afternoon lunch!  Hand painted  vignettes of Parisian  characters and scenes grace the walls  of the cafe and add to it's  overall charm.  A must see for  locals and those visiting too!

(909) 899-6600

18721 Paseo Picasso

This beautifully maintained Irvine home is perfectly situated on a quiet cul-de-sac, close to Turtle Rock Elementary and shopping.  3 bedroom 2 bath and a newly remodeled kitchen with granite countertops and stainless appliances.  Garden patios to view from every room, new carpet, fireplace and high vaulted ceilings in the living area.

 Vaulted ceiling in Living Area

Well maintained and shows pride of ownership!

 Built-in Shelving in the Office

As they say LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!

A perfect family home.

DEAL BREAKERS

 A series of posts from Empire Home Staging Solutions, about common home repairs that can often  times get  overlooked  and forgotten  by  sellers! 

 Deal Breakers are those small repair jobs that we always put off because we don't have the time to fix  them, or we  just  have  become so  accustomed to living with them, that we have just forgotten about  them all together. Oversights  perhaps,  but when  trying to sell a  home  these  small repairs can make  all  the difference in whether you have a deal  or  not.  Learn  how these  simple home  repairs can  enhance  your homes     beauty  and maximize its true selling  potential!

 Small fixes that can have a HUGE impact when it comes to putting  your home on the market!

 When a small home repair is not fixed, it allows potential buyers to negotiate downward on the sales price in order to  compensate for the  amount  of money that will be needed to cover the repair costs.

 Leave the guessing out of the equation and repair the deal breakers before placing your home on the market.

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THE LITTLE THINGS

Recently, EMPIRE HOME Staging Solutions, had the pleasure of staging a condo in the Phillips Ranch area for a client who's condo was in desperate need of some updating.  It was clear that work needed to be done before listing and entering the very competitive real estate market.  

This was a great project from start to finish and the reviews from the agent, seller and potential home buyers were all extremely positive!  

In a complex that had several other listings to compete with, we knew we had to make this condo stand out amongst the rest.  

After our initial consultation with the sellers, the recommendations of fresh paint, new carpet, appliances and other small odd fixes were put into place just before the staging process.

After being staged, the property took only 21 days to sell in an area where condos sit on average 195 days before selling.

We know from our experience that professional staging helps sell houses faster and/or for more money than none staged listings, but what really makes our work so special are the little things...

...here is a hand written thank you note sent by the sellers of this condominium that we just had to share!

" Hi Michelle & Justine,

We just wanted to thank you for the wonderful job you did in staging our property. We absolutely believe without a doubt, that the success of the sale was due to your professional advise.There are many other properties in the complex that have been on the market longer than ours and are still for sale. But due to both of you and the talent you have to turn ordinary into something extraordinary, has proven to be true. Your attention to details is impeccable, the things we would have never thought of made all the difference in the presentation.

We didn't know what to expect or how long it was going to take. You made our property look like a show room: We were amazed!

Thanks again, we would definitely refer Empire Home Staging Solutions to anyone who is considering selling their property.  It was a pleasure working with both of you, we know you will have continued success.  Our whole experience was an answered prayer!

Thank you again,

The Porras Family" 

We enjoy preparing Southern California homes for sale and this hand written note sums it all up for us!  When clients can take the time out of their busy schedule to hand write a thank you, it means SO much!

SOLD!!! Phillips Ranch Condominium

Have you had your house on the market for way too long and you just can't figure out why it's NOT selling?

There is a combination of key factors that come into play when SELLING a home.  

REPRESENTATION- Representation is key when deciding to put your home on the market.  Choose a Real Estate agent and company that is experienced in selling homes in your market. An agent should know the community well, should know of the homes value and should always have your best interest at heart.  Interview a few agents to find the right fit for you.  Make sure that your agent will be thorough in the marketing of your property!

PRICE- The way a home is priced will definitely determine the way a house will attract buyers.  Is the house priced at fair market value and with a competitive list price or is the seller listing a high price and hoping for an unsuspecting buyer that will be willing to pay an unrealistic price!  If you have chosen the right agent to represent your property they should have you priced at the right competitive price for today's market.

CONDITION- A homes condition will also play a big part in the outcome of a sale.  Is the home in it's best condition?  A seasoned agent will always recommend for the house to be in it's best condition before putting it on the market.  A home that is well maintained and shows like a model will attract more buyers and help a seller sell for "TOP DOLLAR"!

When EMPIRE HOME Staging Solutions got the call to stage this recent property, we came to find out that the sellers had the property on the market for over a year. This seller needed change and they needed it QUICK!

This seller realized they needed better REPRESENTATION!  The seller signed a new contract with an experienced agent who was knowledgeable in their homes market and knew what it would take to sell their home.  The new agent recommended they sell at a more competitive PRICE and that they have a professional home stager come in to assist them with preparing their vacant property!  The new agent knew that in order to sell, the CONDITION of the property needed to change.

 EMPIRE HOME Staging Solutions recommended a color palette to paint the exterior of the  property in order to update and freshen the homes curb appeal.  Yard clean up and new  plantings to give the garden a fresh look.  We also suggested new paint and minor repairs on  the property that helped enhance the property's condition.  Bringing in furnishings from our  inventory to give the home a warm and welcoming feel that would allow buyers to envision  themselves living in the space paid off for this homeowner!

JUST WHEN THEY THOUGHT IT WOULDN'T SELL...

SOLD!!!

When putting your house on the market, be sure to have all of the key factors in play.

The right REPRESENTATION, The right PRICE & the best possible CONDITION!

" The Heights" Restaurant & Bar

A dining experience at The Colonies in Upland, CA

 What a great way to feed the appetite and enjoy a relaxing  atmosphere in our own  beautiful community  of Upland, CA.  "The  Heights", is the newest addition of choices for  dining in our local  area.  With so    much growth  to Upland in the past 10 years, this  restaurant was certainly much needed and welcomed  by the locals.  

 The restaurant offers a menu with so many selections to please the  palate.  One of  my favorites on the  menu, "The Waldorf Salad".  A  great selection for lunch or dinner!   A  great side or appetizer...

"The Sweet Potato Fries"!

A warm and inviting atmosphere with custom rich woodwork throughout and large comfortable booths to relax in.  A great place for date night, meeting family & friends, large groups or special occasions.  

Located just off the Campus exit from the 210 Fwy in The Colonies Shopping Center. The word is getting out, "The Heights" the next best thing for dining in Upland!

Come see what the buzz is all about and support our local business owners that are here to serve our community.

The Heights Restaurant & Bar 1883 N. Campus Avenue Upland, CA 91784   (909) 981-3663

FOR SALE!

1654 N. Santa Anita Avenue, Arcadia, CA

An open airy Sunroom with views of the Garden, along with Mature Fruit Trees and a Koi Pond to give this yard its tranquil character.

Presented by: Pauline Cheng  RE/Max Premier Properties  Arcadia, CA  (626) 278-4587