home staging: “You’re the agent…so sell my House!” - 06/19/07 04:45 PM
...said Mimi to the camera while sitting in her cluttered, shocking green living room. I nearly fell off my chair. "You've got to be kidding me, right?" was all I could think of.
No, this wasn't a client of mine but rather an episode of "Buy Me" on HGTV. The tag line … (12 comments)
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home staging: Home Staging on 20/20 - 06/15/07 12:02 PM
After reading Karen Reynolds blog posting about ABC'c 20/20 re-broadcasting their segment on home staging I decided to do a little poking around on the Internet.
To my surprise I managed to find the clip on-line on the stagedhomes.com. Here is the link if anyone is interested: http://www.stagedhomes.com/public/092705_2020.php
Now, I don't want to step … (1 comments)
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home staging: Good Enough to Eat! - 04/12/07 11:26 AM
I had someone asking me about sources for fake foods to use in staging. I haven't used any to date but these items might be useful for staging a vacant home or a model home.
Here are a few links that I found:
http://www.incredibleinedibles.shoppingcartsplus.com/page/page/1252403.htm
http://www.leeleescreations.shoppingcartsplus.com/page/page/440720.htm
http://www.themedecor.com/
http://www.donnamariesfakefood.builderspot.com/page/page/1303569.htm
http://www.displayit-info.com/food/food.html
http://www.justdoughit.com/menu.htm
Using props may not be for everyone but they … (7 comments)
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home staging: Trust me; I am a home stager after all! - 04/11/07 01:59 PM
Every now and then life leads us to a fork in the road. Down one side is more of a continuation of what you have done, probably what would be considered the "safe" route. The other side is a little scarier, perhaps tempting you to be more adventurous.
I recently reached that … (9 comments)
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home staging: Spring Curb Appeal - 03/20/07 01:01 PM
After a long winter of freezing temperatures and mounds of snow, nothing is appreciated more than the spring thaw. Just the thought of being able to shed the layers of coats, hats mitts and boots will bring a smile to anyone's face.
However, the arrival of spring's beautifully warm days, posses a … (10 comments)
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home staging: Simple Solutions - 03/19/07 09:52 AM
Staging a relatively newer home can be trickier than staging a "lived-in" home because they often haven't seen a lick of paint since the builder applied that lovely shade of off-white.
The builder's grade paint is not washable and shows every speck or dirt and hand print. Leaving the walls looking dull and … (10 comments)
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home staging: Home Staging Hits Oprah - 11/21/06 02:12 PM
Today is the day to see Oprah and Nate Berkus’ version of home staging. The show features a family living in a home that lacked the right touches to inspire and “wow” buyers. Their home had been on the market for over 100 days with dozens of viewing.During his initial tour … (31 comments)
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home staging: Attn: Stagers in the Rain...Oprah is talking - 11/07/06 12:45 PM
Fellow stagers of the rain, we might just have some publicity coming our way!
While watching a recent segment of Oprah, they announced upcoming shows…”Wait - did I hear right?” I thought.Did Oprah say that “THE” Nate Berkus will be giving tips on how to get your home ready for sale?After further … (5 comments)
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home staging: Collections, chaos and Creating Calm. - 11/07/06 08:50 AM
A person’s home is a reflection of who they are. Simple elements in a home will show you someone’s believes, their values, likes and dislikes. Personal collections play a big role in this.There are as many different types of collections as there are people and each collection hold its own meaning. … (6 comments)
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home staging: The True Heart of Home Staging - 11/01/06 06:19 PM
OK – I’m going to start by waving a white flag, not to surrender but to call a truce. There has been plenty of debate surrounding home staging, covering many different points, but I think that both real estate agents and stagers alike can agree:- Home staging has been around for … (9 comments)
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home staging: Simple Home Staging Ideas – Family Rooms - 10/31/06 02:57 PM
Every home has its own uniqueness and that needs to be kept in mind when preparing a home for sale. This is especially true when dealing with the typical family home.Just about all-family homes display their own level of clutter and personalization that comes with everyday living.The family room pictured below … (6 comments)
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home staging: Hallowe'en House Contest - 10/26/06 02:52 PM
Joining in on the Hallowe'en Fun...let's add a contest for homes decorated for halloween. Come on fellow stagers, strut your stuff.
Here is my house, show us yours!
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home staging: How instant coffee changed our lives... - 10/25/06 01:32 PM
A common question from home stagers is why real estate agents fail to see the value in our services.For me, the answer is easy – we are a new industry and we can’t expect to change the world overnight.Take instant coffee for example, I once read an article outlining the … (4 comments)
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home staging: The cost of Home Staging - 10/25/06 09:27 AM
On behalf of all home stagers, I'm conducting an informal poll on what real estate agents believe our services cost.
We would love to hear from all agents on Active Rain.
A 2 hour consultation would consist of:
- Room by room review
- Specific recommendations provided in writing giving the homeowner an … (12 comments)
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home staging: The ICK Factor and Bathroom Basics - 10/24/06 09:07 AM
Never has there been a room that can have a larger impact on a buyer than the bathroom. It’s a room of such intimate exposure and can often display what I call “The ICK Factor”.Here’s a checklist to keep your listings on track:- Replace the plastic shower liner and wash the … (5 comments)
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home staging: CUSTOMER UN-SERVICE - 10/18/06 03:50 PM
Quest for the best…Yesterday morning, I dashed out in the middle of a down poor of rain, on a quest to have my hair trimmed. Simple enough task, right?I arrived at the local big-box-shopping-plaza in search of a haircut before picking up me youngest son from kindergarten. Dashing across the parking … (2 comments)
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home staging: DON’T BE BLINDED! - 10/17/06 09:48 AM
I’ve seen it time and time again, and each time I can’t help but flinch. Mini-blinds, PVC blinds and vertical blinds scream of the 90’s to me and not in some trendy “retro” way. Your area might be different but in these parts of frosty old Canada, they are so “yesterday”.They … (2 comments)
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home staging: Home Stagers Unite - Part II - 10/10/06 08:52 AM
I have had a few comments about “Home Stagers Unite” but I need your input as to how you think our network might work. What would you like to see? How should it all come together? … (5 comments)
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home staging: "Propping Up" Open Houses - 09/13/06 05:43 PM
Open HousesWhen I stage for an Open House I charge a flat fee to go in and add those extra touches that really close a sale. By limiting the use of your props, you will prolong their life and protect your investment.The fee includes the cost of:1) Using the goods for … (13 comments)
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home staging: "Propping" Up Your Business... - 09/13/06 09:58 AM
I have started building a “prop” library but I’m starting off smaller with a more cost-effective solution. I decided to begin with purchasing accessories to help add personality to rooms without homeowners incurring additional costs.Smaller items such as dinnerware, glasses and placemats are great for creating an inviting kitchen. Mirrors, simple … (5 comments)
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