minnesota staging companies: Holiday Home Staging Tips
- 11/28/08 09:40 AM
Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Kwanzaa Tidings, and Festivus Greetings to all! No matter what holiday you are celebrating, staging your home during the holidays can be hassle-free by following these simple guidelines: DO NOT OVER-DECORATE: Too many decorations created unwanted effects on your home. 1) Buyers will not remember the house's features, 2) The house will appear small and cluttered, 3) Overwhelming religious holiday decor may be offensive to hardcore PC buyers. DO, MINIMAL SEASONAL DECOR: Keep seasonal decor to localized areas such as the fireplace mantle, table center pieces, and vanities. Having just a few pieces will give the "flavor" (8 comments)
4906 Xerxes Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55430 **UPDATE** SOLD IN ONE WEEK!!! This completely updated single family home is located just minutes away from the Twin Cities! Built in the 1950's, this house features charming characteristics of the past with modern conveniences and upgrades!
Features: Three bedrooms, including oversized master suite Two bathrooms, full on main level, half on upper level Large, eat-in kitchen with new SS appliances, maple cabinetry, and new countertops Hardwood floor throughout main level Completely remodeled bathrooms with new tile and fixtures Finished basement and lots of storage space Detached 3-car garage For more information on (6 comments)
In the real estate world, a seller has control over two things: the price of their property and condition of their home. While Realtors help sellers determine a price, many agents count on home stagers to deliver the "bad news" to their clients about the appearance of their house. TOP TEN THINGS (some) REALTORS WON'T TELL YOU "Your kids aren't that cute... pack the photos." "Multi-colored carpet does not include stains." "Hummel collections are not considered focal points." "Toilet seat covers do not qualify as 'spa-like' accessories." "Mint green is not a neutral color." "Your dining table should never be used as long-term storage space." "Most buyers are (20 comments)
655 Landau Drive, Woodbury, MN 55125 MSL# 3607592 This spacious two-story home has a beautiful layout with a pond view!
This amazing two-story features: Four bedrooms - three upper, one lower Spacious master suit with jet tub and separate water closet Loft that looks over living room Open floor plan with two-story entry Hardwood floors on main level Large eat-in kitchen with countertop seating and walk-out to deck Finished lower level with patio walk-out and view to pond For more information on this listing or to view additonal photos, click here --> Woodbury Real Estate REALTOR CONTACT (4 comments)
4565 Victor Path, Hugo, MN 55038 MLS# 3608919 This beautiful two-story townhouse is located in the fast growing suburb of Hugo. As an end-unit, this home has an open floor plan and stunning appeal!
This home features: Two spacious bedrooms, three bathrooms Two-story ceilings in living room with gas fireplace Maple cabinetry in kitchen with eat-in island Large master suite with plenty of closet space Stylish color palette compatible with variety of decor and MORE!!! For more information on this listing or to view additional photos, click here --> Hugo Real Estate Realtor Contact Information: Barker & Hedges, (1 comments)
As summer fades into fall, sellers should re-evaluate the showing condition of their home. To retain maximum interest, listed properties should keep up with the seasonal changes and make the transition as well. Home Staging Tips for Autumn:
Curb Appeal (lawn): Don't let the cooling weather deter you from maintaining your yard. Keep the grass trimmed and well watered into late fall to retain a healthy-looking lawn. Remember to gather fallen leaves and move them to a compositing center. Curb Appeal (garden): After your flowers and vegetable gardens have been spent, trim the plants down to minimize the withered appearance. If there are voids in your once-thriving landscaped areas, (15 comments)
1327 Thomas Avenue, St Paul, Minnesota 55104 MLS #: 3569627 $174,900 This beautiful 1920's 1 1/2 story home has been lovingly cared-for... and it shows!
This home features: Two main-floor bedrooms with hardwood floors One full main-level bathroom with large window for natural lighting Spacious living room with amazing windows and original woodwork Fenced yard with large patio and mature landscaping Room to grow in the large basement and full-sized attic For more information on this listing, click here --> St. Paul Real Estate REALTOR CONTACT INFORMATION: Barker & Hedges ReMax Results, (651) 256-7380 This house has been (1 comments)
114 Indian Hills Lane, Circle Pines, MN MLS#: 3569036 $349,900 This split-level home is located in a quiet, family friendly neighborhood just north of Shoreview. It has an open floor plan with plenty of room for a growing family!
This beautiful home features: Five spacious bedrooms with oversized jet tub in the master suite Three bathrooms (two upper, one lower) Large eat-in kitchen with upgraded counter top, SS appliances, tile flooring, and walk-out to sunroom Walk-through dining room with an amazing chandelier and hardwood floor surround Freshly stained deck with access to lower patio and back yard (2 comments)
1034 12th Avenue SE, Minneapolis, MN MLS#: 3568443 $ 269,900 ***UPDATE*** SOLD! This well-kept 1930's two-story home features stunning hardwood floors and a nice-sized eat-in kitchen!
Additional Features: Three upper level bedrooms Two bathrooms with original tile Hardwood floors throughout main level Three-season porch Finished basement Traditional layout with georgeous fireplace! For more information on this listing, click here --> Sandy Maxwell Listings REALTOR CONTACT INFORMATION: Sandy Maxwell, Counselor Realty This house has been staged by KFM Staging & Design, a Minnesota home staging company. For free home staging tips or to schedule an appointment for your home, (6 comments)
15309 Greenhaven Lane, Burnsville, Minnesota 55306 MLS #: 3560553 $148,874 This two-level townhouse is located in a family-friendly neighborhood in Burnsville.
Additional Features: Two spacious bedrooms on the upper level Two bathrooms, master with corner tub Living room with fireplace, mirror surround, and plenty of natural lighting Kitchen with counter top eating For more information on this listing, click here --> St. Paul Real Estate REALTOR CONTACT INFORMATION: Barker & Hedges ReMax Results, (651) 256-7380 This house has been staged by KFM Staging & Design, a Minnesota home staging company. For free home staging tips or to schedule an (1 comments)
With great views of Lake Minnetonka, this staged rambler didn't last long on the Minnesota real estate market!
After an in-home staging consultation with KFM Staging & Design, these home owners had a detailed plan that enabled them to highlight the amazing features of their home. The recommended changes included furniture rearrangement, adding home accents to focal points, and removing unneeded decorative items. The result was a home that sold in just a few weeks! Congratulations to the hard-working homeowners who turned the KFM staging consultation into reality and to their real estate agents, the Barker & Hedges Remax (3 comments)
2432 Queens Drive, Woodbury, Minnesota 55125 MLS #: 35594763 $274,900 This well-kept, split entry home sits on a beautifully landscaped yard with mature trees!
This home features: Four spacious bedrooms with master suite Three bathrooms (2 upper level, 1 lower level) Formal living room with fireplace and walk out to three-season porch Family room with fireplace and plenty of room for a pool table Generous sized eat-in kitchen with new flooring Fenced in back yard with mature trees and beautiful flower gardens For more information on this listing, click here --> Steve Mollner Listing REALTOR CONTACT INFORMATION: Steve Mollner, (3 comments)
5728 127th Street, Hugo, MN 55038 MLS #3481608 $389,900 Located in the new development in Hugo, this modified two-story offers an open floor plan that is perfect for entertaining and everyday family life.
This home features: Three bedrooms with a master suite that accommodates king-sized furniture Three bathrooms with a fourth rough-in Open-style kitchen with counter top seating and stainless steal appliances Large family room with gas fire place Maintenance-free deck located off the kitchen Upgraded light fixtures and windows For more information on this listing, or to view more photos: CLICK HERE REALTOR CONTACT INFORMATION: Linda (10 comments)
110 Elm Street South, Cannon Falls, MN 55009 MLS # 3547306 $259,900 Nestled on a wooded lot, this two-story home had an open layout that is stylish and functional.
This house features: Three bedrooms, including over-sized master suite Loft area, perfect for an in-home office Open floor plan with hardwood throughout main level Deck with beautiful wooded views Finished lower level with walk out For more information on this listing or to view more photos, CLICK HERE REALTOR CONTACT INFORMATION: Barker & Hedges, ReMax Results, www.barkerhedges.com, (651) 256-7380 This house has been staged by KFM Staging & Design, (1 comments)