texas: Sellers, I feel your pain - 07/05/08 11:41 PM
Let me first say, we are not moving. At least not this month. But we are re carpeting our 2nd floor and replacing our white wooden stair balusters for our enjoyment as well as the future return on investment.
Why did we really want to do this?
Heck, we want to enjoy … (1 comments)
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texas: Games that I play when staging - 07/05/08 11:12 AM
I enjoy the creativity my job as a professional home stager affords. It's fun to come up with ideas and ways to market a house while I'm staging that are fun, whimsical and affordable. One of my favorite things to do is use the game of Scrabble to set a scene in … (17 comments)
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texas: What does $125 in North Texas get you for Home Staging? - 05/17/08 12:06 PM
ALOT!
Home Staging does NOT have to be expensive.
Many Professional Home Stagers provide many levels of service at different price points. Budgets are always considered when I speak to my clients and I am well aware of being cost conscious especially in today's economy.
I'd like to share with you … (9 comments)
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texas: Stage"ducational" Broker's Tour - 03/30/08 09:31 PM
Ever try to think of different ways to draw a crowd to your broker's tour on a new listing? Now I know food and drink are part of the usual suspects at these events, but how about in addtion to that, adding an informative "educational" portion of the tour?
For those Realtors who have a … (15 comments)
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texas: Plano East Theatre Presents - The Dispute - FREE to the Public March 27th - 03/18/08 11:48 AM
Plano East Senior High School Theatre Department Presents - The Dispute, by Marivaux
The talented Plano East Senior High Students, under the direction of Ms. Lisa Hale, perform the One Act Play, FREE to the Public
When: Thursday, March 27th, 2008
Where: Plano East Senior High School Auditorium
3000 Los Rios BlvdPlano, TX 75074(469) 752-9000Get directions
Doors Open: 6:30 … (2 comments)
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texas: A Most Valuable Player in a Successful Home Sale & it's FREE - 03/17/08 04:29 PM
Sellers, do you want to know what is one of the most valuable things you have in terms of the successful sale of your home and it's FREE?
I'll give you some hints:
It's a something we never seem to have enough of It's gone before you know itSometimes it seems to stand still It flies … (14 comments)
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texas: Free Home Staging Event February 16th, 2PM- Denton Public Library, South Branch - 02/07/08 12:54 PM
Mark you Calendars North Texas Home Sellers!
Staging Your Home for Sale - Presented by Professional Home Stager, Karen Otto
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Login or register for a free Pegasus News user account in order to add this to your favorites. (As a bonus, you'll also unlock cool features like The Daily You, custom local … (13 comments)
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texas: Houston meets Dallas at the SIF North TX Roundtable Hosted by CORT Furniture - 01/12/08 05:00 PM
Thursday, January 10th I had the pleasure of moderating the first North Texas SIF Roundtable discussion for area stagers held at the CORT Furniture Conference Center in Irving, TX. Although there were only 10 in attendance, we were able to gain valuable insight and learn from each other's varied experience. For those … (30 comments)
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texas: Stage it Forward North Texas Roundtable - neighborsgo Press Release - 12/30/07 10:34 AM
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Contributor Information PlanOKaren Plano - E. Plano More from this contributor North Texas Professional Home Stagers - "Stage it Forward" Rountable 0 Ratings / 0 Comments … (0 comments)
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texas: Selling a Home in Collin County in the New Year? Here's a Home Staging Coupon just for you! - 12/29/07 12:27 PM
Before Listing Put Your Property in Good Hands!
If you're planning on selling a home in 2008 start thinking NOW about what you can do to prepare your home for sale. Whether you're a home seller or Realtor you could benefit from a Professional Home Staging Consultation to get you on your way … (2 comments)
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texas: North Texas Home Stagers WE WANT YOU! SIF Roundtable January 10th,2008 - 12/27/07 10:53 AM
Howdy again North Texas (and other parts too!) Home Staging Professionals!
It's not too late to join us for the SIF Roundtable on January 10th, 2008 (see details below). As of today there are 10 confirmed attendees. 2 of which are coming all the way from Houston, TX!
This event is open … (3 comments)
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texas: Send Texas Style E-Cards for the Holidays FREE! - 12/12/07 11:48 AM
I just received a really neat E-card today from a friend and the link is provided below for anyone wishing to send one yourself and it's FREE!
You can pick and choose back grounds, objects, music and even Christmas lights. You may also personalize your own message.
It's a neat way to send Texmas … (12 comments)
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texas: North Texas SIF Roundtable Open Invitation - January 10th, 2008 - 12/04/07 10:09 AM
Howdy Fellow Stagers!
As moderator of the North Texas SIF Roundtable, I am pleased to invite you to The North Texas Stage it Forward Roundtable to be hosted by CORT Furniture Rental in their Irving Showroom Conference Center. Arrangements have been generously made through CORT Furniture Representative and one very cool lady, Ms. … (12 comments)
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texas: I work on vacation too - Miami memories - 09/30/07 10:03 PM
Last weekend I went "home" to Miami, Florida for some quality time with my family. I had planned a trip over the summer, but September rolled around too quickly and I just forced myself to make the airline reservation and set aside a long weekend. Time flies too quickly, whether you're having … (26 comments)
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texas: MerchantCircle - Staging Consultation Coupon for Realtors, Builders & Sellers - Collin County - 08/25/07 11:25 AM
I've recently joined another FREE on-line resource for marketing my business called MerchantCircle.
I am learning the ropes of it and have successfully created my profile and have used other features available including a "coupon" service.
For a limited time only, I will be offering a Verbal Staging Consultation Coupon for anyone who … (22 comments)
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texas: ReStore - Habitat for Humanity's resale shop - Plano,TX & beyond - 08/24/07 01:03 PM
If you haven't already been you must check out the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in your area.
I went for the first time today to my local Plano, TX ReStore , which recently opened last April 2007, and found a treasure trove of items that are useful for my staging business as … (26 comments)
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texas: neighborsgo - Plano "launch party" was very informative - Advertise your RE Biz cheap! - 08/18/07 03:10 PM
I just returned from a fun morning of coffee talk at the neighborsgo launch party and tax-free shopping afterwards. The Coit/George Bush Starbucks was hopping and free swag (a cool neon tote bag & other goodies) $5 Starbucks gift cards and local High School talent/entertainment was on the bill.
My mission was to … (2 comments)
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texas: Canned soup or houses? Why bother with packaging? - 08/07/07 06:22 PM
Think about the last time you purchased something, anything at all. Let's say it was a can of soup.
Imagine the canned food shelves at your local market are crammed and disheveled as you look for your brand. You're getting annoyed. The first couple of cans you spy are dented and … (61 comments)
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texas: Tuesday, August 7th - National Night Out - 08/06/07 07:54 AM
Please join your neighbors Tuesday, August 7th, 2007 for National Night Out a night that America takes a stand against crime!
Whether or not your block has officially set aside the date for a block party or neighborhood gathering we can all make a stand by just leaving your porch lights on for … (0 comments)
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texas: Water tasting or smelling funny from your Plano home tap? - 08/02/07 10:24 AM
When our family first moved to Plano, TX in the fall of 2001, the weather was clear, crisp and wonderful. Spring was just as beautiful. We were in love with our new hometown!
But as that first springtime blended effortlessly into summer, I, along with every member of my family noticed a funny smelling … (9 comments)
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texas: New AR Group! Plano Texas Real Estate Professionals - 07/31/07 09:01 PM
I would like to announce the formation of a new group I have just started on Active Rain - Plano Texas Real Estate Professionals. I am a proud resident and business owner in this wonderful Texas City and would love to have anyone interested in the City of Plano, whether you live, … (10 comments)
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texas: Services Sellers Should Expect From a Good Agent - 07/27/07 11:43 AM
Click the logo for more info
I have loads of reading material, much on real estate. I pick them up at random and re-read occasionally.
Just this morning I picked up the book The Everything Homeselling Book by Shahri Masters an easy guide for sellers to use from the open house to closing and what they need to … (16 comments)
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texas: FREE Summer Fiesta Today! 4:00 - 8:00 PM July 27th Dallas, TX - 07/27/07 08:07 AM
The Dallas Chapter of the International Association of Home Staging Professionals (DIRC) invites YOU, your clients, friends and family to join us today , Friday, July 27th, 2007 4:00 - 8:00 PM, at the CORT Furniture Showroom at 14215 Inwood Dallas, TX for a Summer Fiesta Benefit Party benefiting DIRC's Charities.
There will … (2 comments)
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texas: Just stopping by to say thanks Val! - 07/13/07 07:06 PM
Val - thank you for taking the time and initiative to get this group up and running.
I've posted two blogs I had written a while ago about vacants here, since this is the "vacant" home group to go to. It is a much needed forum and a great place to … (3 comments)
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texas: Inspector Stager - 07/11/07 03:07 PM
I've lately had the opportunity to use this term to describe in another way what we as Professional Home Stagers do. Stagers are similar to home inspectors in how we do what we do.
A Home Inspection definition by Investor Words is An inspection of a prospective home done by a professional, … (27 comments)
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texas: Ezine Article #4 - Set the Stage for Your Own Home Selling Success Story - 07/06/07 02:59 PM
Set the Stage for Your Own Home Selling Success Story is an article I wrote for Ezine Articles online magazine. Below is a summary and a link.
Set the Stage For Your Own Home Selling Success Story
By Karen Otto
Do you like the latest home shows on TV? Want to know how to … (9 comments)
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texas: Ezine Article #3 - The Virtual Buyer - 07/06/07 02:49 PM
The Virtual Buyer is a home selling/staging article I wrote for Ezine Articles online magazine. Below is a summary and a link.
The Virtual Home Buyer
By Karen Otto
Today's internet savvy home buyer does not need to leave the comfort of their home to purchase a home. Make sure your property listed on the web … (8 comments)
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texas: Ezine Article #2 - Selling a home? Then Company is Coming Every day - 07/06/07 02:40 PM
Selling a home? Then Company is Coming Every Day is an article I wrote for Ezine Articles online magazine. Below is a summary and a link.
Selling a Home? Then Company Is Coming Everyday
By Karen Otto
If you're selling a home, treat your buyers as the company that comes everyday. Honor your buyers and … (0 comments)
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texas: Ezine Articles - Hide the toilet the buyers are coming - home staging beyond the obvious - 07/06/07 01:24 PM
Hide the toilet the buyers are coming is an article I recently wrote for Ezine Articles online magazine. Below is the summary.
Hide The Toilet, The Buyers Are Coming, Home Staging - Beyond The Obvious
By Karen Otto
A Home Staging article to give helpful hints to sellers on how to better prepare certain areas of … (19 comments)
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texas: 40 Guests in 4 Minutes - 06/30/07 08:07 PM
At a recent Tom Boy Tool event I was at the consultant gave out a sheet called 40 Guests in 4 minutes. So whether you're hosting a party, sales event, or even an open house by inviting 40 guests according to the flyer you'll ensure a successful event because usually less than half will … (17 comments)
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texas: Critics Wanted - Have you read a Home Staging Book? - 06/27/07 09:54 PM
Just wanted to ask my fellow Active Rainers who may have read books on home staging if you wouldn't mind sharing your critiques on the books you may have read. I'm doing some research on the best of the best out there for home staging resources. I value your opinions and … (35 comments)
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texas: Staged OPEN HOUSE 6/29 3 -5:00 PM - 1916 Deerfield Drive Plano, TX - 06/25/07 12:16 PM
Below is an invitation that was sent to course attendees at the www.StagedHomes.com February 2007, Plano,TX ASP course. The house looked fabulous! Many more changes were made in the months after the initial staging was complete. Painting, carpet replacement, new outdoor patio and much more!
I would like to extend an open … (12 comments)
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texas: Company is Coming - Everyday! - 06/18/07 09:33 PM
Imagine a day where company will be showing up on your doorstep - everyday!
I don't know about you but I wouldn't be too happy in that knowledge if I wasn't aware of my guest's arrival. If you're like me, when I host my company I want it to be an experience, … (42 comments)
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texas: Homeowners - Can you Stage? - 06/09/07 10:46 AM
Some questions were swirling in my head as I awoke this morning and I wanted to put them out here for thought. This is geared towards homeowners but of course I'd love to hear from anyone who may want to share or add a comment. I was thinking about Homeowners and … (8 comments)
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texas: Tomboy Tools - Made for Women - 05/27/07 09:03 PM
www.tomboytools.com
I just wanted to share a website with everyone of a company that makes tools specially designed for women and our size hands. As stagers, we know that we all need a variety of tools for our daily job and this company has great products that you may benefit from.
At … (19 comments)
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texas: The Virtual Buyer - 05/26/07 02:35 PM
I often tell people that today's buyer is in a different league. With the Internet, virtual tours, digital photos and access to many types of "on-line tours" that are becoming available a buyer, with access to the Internet, truly does not need to leave the comfort of their home in order to … (7 comments)
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texas: The "Eyes of the Buyer" - 05/12/07 09:35 AM
I like the term the "eyes of the buyer" that really says a lot about what STAGERS can do for a property. Yes, staging is preparing a home for sale to sell quickly and for top dollar, but how do we "prepare"?
The first step is a simple. A direct, understandable sentence to say to a … (16 comments)
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texas: Designing to Sell Secret - A Staging Consultation - 05/11/07 10:35 AM
OK, here they are!!! The stars of HGTV's hit show - Design to Sell! -
You know the drill, they start the show off with a Real Estate Professional (not the seller's agent though an independent third party) walking through the homeowner's house, the owners are "next door at a … (17 comments)
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texas: SCORE - Free Business Counseling Services - 04/01/07 09:33 PM
Just in case you've never heard of this wonderful organization - SCORE is the Service Corp of Retired Executives working in conjunction with The Small Business Association and they offer free counseling services for small business owners whether you are just starting out or already in business.
From writing your business plan … (6 comments)
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texas: VACANTS - A Growing Market - 03/07/07 06:01 PM
There have been lots of calls lately on vacant properties. It is a growing problem for agents and sellers, but not for stagers who are prepared and able to handle the vacant housing market. In case you've been asked by an agent or seller about vacants, I've come up with a list … (60 comments)
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texas: THANKS FOR CHECKING THIS OUT! - 02/25/07 10:13 PM
Thank you for taking the time to read this first ever "blog". I was invited to join the Active Rain Network by Loreena Yeo, a realtor in Frisco, TX who I met at the www.stagedhomes.com course in Plano, TX on February 13 - 15th. She "payed it forward" and invited me and I'm so happy she did!
I'm … (6 comments)
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