Are Quick and Over Asking Price Home Sales a Thing of the Past? - 10/24/11 10:30 AM
The times of sticking a sign in the yard and receiving a full price offer is highly unlikely — BUT — we are seeing amazing things happening this fall in the real estate market throughout the Willamette Valley.
All the homes we staged in September have sold (except one builder model).  Coincidence?  We don’t think so!
In the first two weeks of October, we staged 11 houses – and by October 22 five of these homes are under contract.  No they weren’t foreclosures or short sales or undervalued.  They were priced well by their agents and prepared for sale with great care. These houses sold in two … (14 comments)

Beautiful Historic Home for sale - Salem Oregon - 10/15/11 01:48 PM
Love historic homes?
This historic home we staged in Salem this past week could just be your dream home!
Or maybe think they lack the features you are looking for or can be stuffy?  This home has so many upgrades and is so charming we think it would change your mind!
1510 Davidson SE, Salem Oregon Wow -- Great curb appeal and beautifully landscaped!
I love the side yard entrance and patio -- perfect for a cozy coffee or entertaining!  
Built in 1901 and offering over 2,350 square feet this home offers spacious and gracious living!
This is an incredible home for under $300,000!!
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Home Selling Strategies in a Shaky Real Estate Market - 10/04/11 09:35 AM
When preparing a home for sale in Oregon, it's important to remember that details make a huge impact to potential buyers. Taking the time to enter the market with the best presentation possible can yield great results.  What has happened lately for some of our clients has blown us away -- full price offers within days of listing!
The last three houses we staged in Corvallis have moved so quickly -- all had offers within days. Their secret -- attention to every detail.
Clean - white glove clean - from pressure washing to windows washed
Maintained - Completing those deferred maintenance items helps buyers see the home as "their … (10 comments)

 
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Margaret Oscilia-Home Stager, Salem Oregon

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