LIVE REALTOR HOME STAGING WEBINAR AVAILABLE & PUBLIC WELCOME! Purchase tickets online here. Join Rick Duda, published and acclaimed certified Home Staging Professional and Real Estate Consultant for a 3 hour continuing education class. $35 for Realtors, $45 for non-Realtors. This class is also great for your investors, for sale by owners, and do it yourself sellers. Gain a comprehensive understanding of how to position staging with sellers to get them on board; which furniture placement, specific paint color recommendations and landscape/flower color solutions enhance the look and feel of a home prior to it being placed on the market. Using our copywrighted Home Staging Profit model helps agents and sellers calculate their expected return on investment along with budgeting for staging. Click here for other dates and locations of our home staging training courses. Three hours of Georgia CE credits for onsite attendees through Cobb Association of REALTORS, no CE credits for webinar attendees. Coming soon in online digital library.

Actual Comments on Evaluation Forms From Staging CE Class Attendees

 "I want you to know that I really enjoyed your class today and am so glad I attended.  Thank you for sharing your expertise with us so that hopefully, we can incorporate the benefit of using a stager and home staging an intricate part of our listing presentation."

"Excellent presentation with lots of eye opening material! For the price this was great!"

"Rick is an excellent speaker. The time sent so fast and I would highly recommend this class to other REALTORS."

"Rick made the course very interesting and his experiences as a real estate professional in the business with us were great examples."

With the economy in a pinch and the purse strings of REALTORs and home owners getting tighter, Virtual Home Staging solutions are increasingly becoming popular. Recently the benefits of Virtual Home Staging were featured nationwide in REALTOR magazine. If your home is vacant, needs updating, and a home manager or traditional home staging with rental furniture is not an option, Virtual Staging TM is an affordable alternative to renting furniture and accessories for two or three months. By virtually staging a vacant or cluttered home with today's technology, you are able to inexpensively improve the home's appeal to the 87% of home buyers on the Internet looking at pictures of homes for sale.

A pioneer in alternative home staging programs, Atlanta Home Staging Pros - Homes Designed To Sell began offering Virtual Staging TM (some call it cyber home staging) in 2007 being used by other home stagers. Virtual Staging TM creates three dimensional (3D) pictures of how rooms or spaces within a home can look with furnishings and accessories appropriate for the type of buyer for that home. Using special software, trained graphics designer along with a virtual stager create model home like pictures to attract more buyers into the home and often an offer. For most home buyers, a home purchase is an emotional decision, they fall in love with it or know it when they see it and many buyers lack imagination as to how the home would look with furniture, less clutter or more space. The ability to do high level streaming video tours for luxury homes and new developments also exists. To resolve potential liability issues regarding photos of the home that have been created, virtual stager and real estate professional Rick Duda suggests the seller and listing agent write on the Seller Property Disclosure Statement that the photos presented have been virtually staged. "I also recommend that the listing agent make a comment in the ‘office eyes' section as well. Finally, I recommend that clients have their virtual staging pictures printed out on foam core panels and placed on inexpensive easels in each room that is featured that way when buyers walk into a property, usually they understand the pictures are designed to help buyers see how they can live in the space".

Normally there is a five space minimum to create pictures (the family room, kitchen, master bedroom, formal living room and keeping room or breakfast area) since these are the spaces buyers most often wish to see pictures of on the internet). The average response time to create a Virtual Staging TM solution is approximately five business days from the time the order is received along with all required documentation. Individual rooms can be done but at for slightly higher fee.

For additional information watch our YouTube video.

Or call 770-434-7503

Sell Your Atlanta Home 50% Faster Home Staging Seminar $34.95 and Three Hours of Continuing Education Credits Through the Cobb Association of REALTORS

Join REALTOR®, Rick Duda with Atlanta Home Staging Pros - Homes Designed to Sell® seen at the Atlanta Home Show and on A&E Flip This House and Atlanta Home Improvement Magazine for a three hour continuing education class to learn money making tips on home staging & redesign for your listings and homes for sale. Learn from Georgia's largest home staging company with over 1,200 homes staged since 2001. Open to REALTORS®  and the general public. Seating is limited to 50 attendees.

Location: Keller Williams Realty Cityside, 3350 Atlanta Road, Smyrna, GA 30080

Class begins at 9:30 am

Key benefits for you:

•·        REALTORS®  learn how to get more listings using staging as a selling tool

•·        $25 discount off your first home staging consultation

•·        Discover the 2009 trends for design solutions that help sell your home

•·        Learn staging tips and home improvement ideas for fast, inexpensive solutions to update the    look of your listings

•·        Participate in interactive before and after photo sessions

•·        Learn how to remove odors in homes and staging for life/living

•·        Calculate your clients personal budget for staging to see how much more money you and they will make by staging

•·        Bring your specific questions about your property to our professionals

•·        Information on starting a home staging business and our certified training

Home Improvement Magazine chose to feature Rick Duda, founder and CEO of Atlanta Home Staging Pros - Homes Designed To Sell in the June 2009 issue of the publication. Several experienced Atlanta home stagers along with a landscape artist and lifestyle expert provided responses to frequently asked questions regarding when to consult a home stager and what qualifications sellers should seek; the typical cost for staging and redesign services; and interior and exterior staging techniques any home owner can do. "We were one of the very first to have a home staging business in 2001and we are thrilled that Home Improvement Magazine is educating home owners and consumers about the value professional home stagers provide. Due to the current housing market, sellers are questioning every penny with the sale of their home and because many home owners are losing money, they sometimes forget that they stand to lose less money and possibly get multiple top dollar offers if the home is professionally staged, in great condition, is priced right for the market, and they hire an experienced REALTOR with an aggressive internet marketing plan" stated Rick Duda.

You are cordially invited to attend the grand opening party of 1570 Moores Mill Road NW, Atlanta, GA 30327

Come celebrate an 'Evening In Olde Provence' with our guests and sponsors, click here for details and ticket reservations. Dine on hand made French entree and dessert crepes, assorted imported cheeses and wines, and enjoy shopping for original paintings by local artists while being entertained by our pianist. Drawings throughout the evening for wonderful home related goods and services. This luxury five bedroom, five and a half bath manor style home on 3/4 of an acre with basement features unsurpassed details compared to other homes in its price range.

Offered furnished at $1.5 million USD. Realtors, be sure to bring flyers to share for your listings in Buckhead/Smyrna/Vinings. Guests are eligible for exceptional drawing items. This is a great networking opportunity to meet our friends, peers, and preferred vendors in the Atlanta housing market. Reservations are required to attend this event as we are limited to 300.  Complimentary valet parking is available as well as off street parking. PARKING is NOT allowed on Moores Mill Road NW. We hope to see you there!

Rick Duda - Realtor - Making Home Ownership A Zipity Duda Day!

Duda Realty Services LLC and Keller Williams Realty Cityside

770-874-6338

www.ZipityDuda.com

Atlanta Home Staging Pros - Homes Designed To Sell

770-434-7503

www.AtlantaHomeStagingPros.com

Atlanta Home Staging Pros - Homes Designed To Sell anounced today that it now has on staff a full time, general contractor.  Eddie Douglas joined Homes Designed To Sell in early 2009 serving in the role of General Contractor; providing a turn-key management solution for  the larger home improvement projects that prepare homes for sale (prior to staging) and customization projects for home buyers. "Eddie has over fourteen years of experience in the construction industry ranging from building homes to real estate sales. While building homes for DR Horton, Eddie was awarded the highest customer service ratings two consecutive years from home owners by meeting build-time delivery dates and remaining within construction budgets. He prides himself on dedication to each job and the ability to follow through with integrity and attention to detail. Addding Eddie to our team of Associates provides our  busy clients with a one stop solution so that getting the home ready is one less headache for them" stated Rick Duda, CEO and President of Atlanta Home Staging Pros - Homes Designed To Sell. "I decided to affiliate my construction and remodeling business with Rick and Atlanta Home Staging Pros - Homes Designed To Sell because of the business  partnership opportunities no one else could offer me. Rick's leadership style, passion for profitable real estate based business concepts, energy and drive made me want to work with him and his team. With Rick's company becoming increasingly involved with the bank REO foreclosure properties for sale, the opportunities seem endless" stated Eddie Douglas.

Join Rick Duda with Atlanta Home Staging Pros - Homes Designed to Sell® seen at the Atlanta Home Show and on A&E Flip This House at DMD Studios' designer show room for a two hour seminar to learn money making tips on home staging & redesign for your home. Learn from Georgia's largest home staging company with over 1,200 homes staged since 2001. Open to Realtors and the general public. Seating is limited to 50 attendees. Click Here For More Information and Reservations

Key benefits for you:

•·        How to get home staging services for FREE

•·        Discover the 2009 trends for design solutions that help sell your home

•·        Learn staging tips and home improvement ideas for fast, inexpensive solutions to update the look of your home

•·        Participate in interactive before and after photo sessions

•·        Learn how to remove odors in your home and staging for life/living

•·        Calculate your personal budget for staging to see how much more money you'll make by staging

•·        Bring your specific questions about your home to our professionals

•·        Shop for gorgeous model home show room furniture and accessories for sale or rent

•·        Information on starting a home staging business and our certified training

Trend Watch 2009 Brought To You By Atlanta Home Staging Pros - Homes Designed To Sell

In a commitment of preserving our earth's resources to ensure the needs of

generations to come, the design world has taken on a new life. Manufacturers in

all facets of home building and design are developing new Eco-friendly products to

enhance our homes as well as our lifestyles.

The most visible eco-design trend is the extensive use of "earth-friendly" products.

Fabrics and textiles made from all-natural and organic fibers, as well as chemicalfree

materials are becoming increasingly available. From upholstery to wall

coverings, you can create a feeling of luxury or simply a natural comfort haven

using environmental friendly products. In something as small as selecting paint,

choose from one of the many companies that now offer "green" paints, which are

Low- or No-VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds).

If paint isn't your choice, there are many ways to treat your walls. You can find

wallpapers that are printed on a 100% paper base (not vinyl), using water-based

inks low in VOC. You can create faux finishes on your walls using recycled paper

that take advantage of making old into new. A myriad of items such as antiques,

metals, tiles, glass, cabinetry, and light fixtures can be reclaimed from other uses

to give them new life and keep them out of landfills. Mohawk Carpets is just one

of the companies who has developed a way to recycle plastic bottles. Not only are

they reducing waste, they have created one of their most popular carpets in the

process. It's luxurious, soft, plush feel fools the eye and the hand making it hard to

believe it was once a 2-litre of soda.

Probably the most significant design trend is Sustainability- designing in a way to

conserve energy and natural resources. One example is quality flooring made

from natural materials such as reclaimed wood (from an old barn), cork or

bamboo. Bamboo is especially renewable since it has a rapid rate of growth. Add

a touch of warmth to your floors using rugs made from sustainable materials such

as jute or hemp. Vegetable dyes are now being used to provide the color creating

the beautiful patterns we love.

Sustainable design techniques can lead to greater Energy efficiency. A few

important steps to take are listed below.

o Use of Energy star appliances

o Lighting: Use of Compact Florescent light bulbs; more task lighting,

which reduces the need to light large areas of rooms; designs with

lots of natural light

o Heating and cooling: use of cellular window shades (trap air keeping

room heated or cooled), ceiling fans, Low-E energy efficient

windows, high efficiency HVAC systems

The bottom line is you don't have to sacrifice your style or taste if you want to go

Green. Due to a sense of eco-consciousness and social responsibility, all parts of

design are being improved upon daily. Make it your goal to see how you can

contribute.... Future generations are counting on you.

Color Watch

Provided by the Rohm and Haas Paint Quality Institute.

Living Southern Style Magazine

"Fashion runways have long been the inspirational source for home furnishings

and decorating color choices. Debbie Zimmer, paint and color expert with The

Rohm and Haas Paint Quality Institute, shares her suggestions for a trendy color

palette for 2008. "Consumers' increasing color confidence and personal style

makes any color fashionable for 2008", Zimmer says. "From glass-like blues,

botanical greens, dramatic black and white and whisper soft pink, color directions

will drive towards individual self-expression, glamorous living experiences or an

increasing awareness of important environmental causes." "

Green is becoming the latest neutral color. Shades of olive, pine, sage, and palm

bring a sense of eco - sensibility and when paired with shades of icy blue or aqua,

create a calming effect.

Go more daring... bring in shades of red. From the warm sunset red to the orange

glow, gather a feeling of warmth throughout your home for a hint of safety.

Go glamorous with black paired with white adding in a splash of bright color or a

hint of subtle color for the mystery. Add in metallic with mirrored shimmer for the

Hollywood feel.

For other home improvement, staging, redesign, or for interest in home staging certification training programs ideas visit www.AtlantaHomeStagingPros.com

Special thank you to DMD Designs for allowing us to redistribute this article.

Happy New Year! How about some encouraging real estate news to end 2008 on a positive note? In December 2008, the Realtors and owners of the following homes were thrilled that our home staging services helped their homes go under contract so quickly:

Jon Jones, Keller Williams Realty: 1984 Kenwood Road, Smyrna, GA 30082 Under contract in 19 days! 

Barry Neumann, home owner, The Borghese Condominiums 3286 Northside Pkwy, #904, Atlanta, GA 30327 Under Contract in 93 days! 

Mark Ross, builder, 393 Kendrick Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30315 Under contract in 63 days!

On behalf of the team at Atlanta Home Staging Pros - Homes Designed To Sell, we wish you a very healthy and prosperous 2009! We look forward to serving all of your home staging, redesign, and move in decorating services and appreciate your referrals and repeat business.

December is our busiest month with home owners preparing their home to sell in metro Atlanta Georgia in the spring market. Your competition in spring 2009 are getting their homes ready now. Most families with children will be shopping in February thru May and if your home misses that window, you may miss the summer moving season, the busiest time of the year for home sales. With interest rates at record lows, and a pent up demand for buyers who have been waiting out the election and financial crisis, buyers can expect fewer homes from which to chose which in better condition with higher sales prices than they have been used to since 2006. Staging is your ace in the hole and if you don't believe it, visit our current client testimonials here

What goes up, must come down, but in real estate, it ALWAYS goes back up. By staging your home with a certified home staging professional from Atlanta Home Staging Pros - Homes Designed To Sell, your home will be better positioned to get close to or at full asking price in the spring. By following the prioritized directions of our stagers, you will save thousands by getting contractors to do work now in the slower season of the year for them, often get a better rate from the contractors, and make more on the sale of your home. Remember, paint is worth $20 in the can....but thousands on the walls!

Call or email us today to schedule your home staging consultation 770-434-7503