Vancouver Home Staging Blog by Reveal Estate

Home Stagers In Training Help A Seller Move Forward While Learning On The Job

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 05:49:19 -0600

I am so proud of the students from my recent home staging training class held in Vancouver. By putting into practice the skills and techniques learned during the 2 full days of previous classroom instruction they completely reconfigured and refreshed a property to better prepare it for sale.

Incredibly the talented group transformed the listing in a matter of hours but perhaps what is even more remarkable is that they used only what was already available in the home.

After languishing on the market, the home received an offer the day after it was staged, in fact it received multiple offers! The result was a sale above the asking price within a week.

I received the following email from the listing agent.

" ... I just wanted to let you know that we have officially sold the listing. It went into multiples last week and sold for over asking for $650,000. Once again, I want to thank you all so much for doing such a great job with the home staging. It was very well done, really opened and brightened up the home, and definitely helped with generating so much interest."

Here are a few of photos of the transformation....

Please allow me to introduce these new Certified Staging Professionals™. They are Lorri Baranyai of Port Coquitlam, BC, Liisa Wagner of West Vancouver BC, Jaqcuie Fitzpatrick of Pemberton, BC, Carole Kinnear of Campbell River, BC, and Sherry Cunningham of Abbottsford, BC.

Jackson West is the owner of Reveal Estate Home Staging and is an instructor for Certified Staging Professionals™

He is also featured on a television series for the W Network. His interior redesign work can be seen in the book "Home Staging For Dummies" as well as multiple editions of the "Staging Standard" magazine.

To request your free information package about staging training please click here.

Home Staging Training - Online Courses are no "Field Day"

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 05:37:02 -0500

With the influx of correspondence and online staging training programs available today, would-be home stagers are being mislead into believing that breaking into the industry is as simple as reading a book or studying a course manual. Several of these programs are offered by people who are not active in the industry or have not built a successful staging company from the ground up.

The reality is that while some people may have a "flair for decorating" they don't succeed as home stagers because they are not provided with the tools, support and perhaps most importantly, the hands on learning or "field work" needed to jump start their venture.

Unfortunately home staging training it seems, is becoming a gimmick for an easy buck. Too often I see people believe the promise of guaranteed employment. Over the years I have received countless inquiries from people wondering which staging training program is the best. Many of them complaining that the training they took did not prepare them to run a successful business. To be honest (even though I am a staging instructor) I cannot definitively answer the question regarding the best training since people learn in different ways and unlike myself, some don't actually need to generate an income from staging homes.

I do know that the hands on training offered by Certified Staging Professionals was instrumental in launching and growing my staging company in 2006. I was serious about breaking into the industry and I had a limited time frame before I needed to make a profit. I knew that just reading about how to stage a property and looking at photos would not be an effective way to learn for me. The unopened manuals for my cellphone, camera and laptop are testament to that.

I clearly remember the first home I staged. It was under the direct guidance of staging guru Christine Rae. I was overwhelmed with information from the previous 2 days of learning but it all started to make sense to me once I rolled up my sleeves and actually staged a listing. The photos provided to me from that day were the start of my staging portfolio and helped me get my first client within days of taking the program.

Fast forward a few years and now I am the one taking new stagers to actual Real Estate listings to transform the entire property. I see first hand that students learn better and retain more by participating on the job. The on site training is a day full of "ah ha" moments, bolsters the confidence of the students and provides them with a necessary and well deserved sense of accomplishment.

I invite you to have a look at a few photos of recent class projects I have facilitated. Not only did the students learn the principles of home staging and how to run a business, they were given a jump start on their portfolio and did indeed have a field day!

Toronto

Winnipeg

Vancouver

Edmonton

Jackson West is the owner of Reveal Estate Home Staging and is an instructor for Certified Staging Professionals.

It don't mean a thing if it aint got that bling!

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 05:50:27 -0500

Many people think it is simple to stage a vacant property. We've all seen the television shows and all stagers do is bring in furniture to show the size and function of a room right? Perhaps after reading this you may re-evaluate what qualified home stagers do, for there is a definite "method to our madness".

Some time ago I viewed a small, vacant 1 bedroom condo and after submitting a proposal to merchandise the property for sale, the homeowners decided they could save money by doing it themselves. They were very nice people and when they called to let me know their plan I sincerely wished them a speedy, profitable sale. They purchased some furniture, set it in place, had it photographed and waited for the offers to start rolling in. It didn't take them long (only a couple of additional mortgage payments) to realize that their listing wasn't capturing the attention of potential buyers. Have a look... can you see why?

You will notice it is a small, fairly narrow living room (not uncommon for a 1 bedroom, downtown condo these days). To the right of the sofa is a door leading out to a patio.

From this home stager's point of view, what they did isn't all bad. They used an area rug to anchor the seating and they chose light, somewhat "airy" furniture. What they didn't realize is....

Heavily patterned rugs make small spaces seem even smaller and pull potential buyer's eyes down.

Positioning furniture right up against the walls does not make rooms feel more spacious.

Perhaps they also didn't know that...

Flow is as important as function.

Color is crucial for setting a mood and creating interest.

Greenery provides an element of "life".

Angled flooring and furniture can visually widen a room.

Artwork keeps buyers eyes up and moving throughout a room.

Accessories enhance and help soften furniture.

Good photos are crucial for generating buyer traffic.

Something tells me that they now have a better understanding of the points I mentioned above. As of today this is what the room looks like and they have renewed hope that a sale is indeed forthcoming!

Jackson West is the founder of Reveal Estate Home Staging and a Certified Staging Professional Instructor. His interior redesign work can be seen in the book "Home Staging For Dummies"* as well as magazines including multiple editions of the "Staging Standard". He is also featured on a television series for the W Network. While his niche has long been downtown properties in a higher price range, the principles of design, functionality and flow he implements are equally effective in every home.

Another City, a Home Stager and a Camera...

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 18:01:22 -0500

I never knew how enjoyable photography could be until I started my home staging company. Admittedly I am not the best photographer but I do have an eye for detail, and "shooting" interiors for the last 3 years has helped me learn some camera skills.

During a recent business trip to Toronto I became enamored with the abundance of historical buildings juxtaposed against the soaring, modern skyline. Talk about curb appeal! I didn't have much time away from work however I did manage to take more than 300 architectural photos (mostly drive by).

These are some of my favorites. I hope you enjoy them. My apologies if they require an extra minute to load but I think it will be worth the wait!

Jackson West is the lead designer for Reveal Estate Home Staging in Vancouver, BC. When he is not busy staging properties, teaching or filming he can be found out and about with his trusty Kodak in hand.

Home Staging - Exceeding Buyer's Expectations

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 06:20:16 -0600

As 2009 unfolds it's no secret that it is a buyer's market in most major cities. Vancouver is no exception. Now more than ever it is imperative that home sellers go the extra mile when presenting their property for sale. As buyers expectations escalate more people are turning to home stagers to help secure a sale. Even with the current economic downturn, well displayed homes continue to sell.

Top home stagers bolster buyer confidence by paying close attention to detail. The experts at Reveal Estate Home Staging incorporate color, proportion, flow and style to create memorable spaces that sell.

Purchasing a home is an emotional decision. Are you doing all you can to create maximum appeal for today's discerning buyers?

Reveal Estate is a full service home staging company located in beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia.

For more photos of our work please visit our portfolio.

Stimulating The Appetite To Buy... kitchens and home staging.

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 08:33:09 -0600

Warning: the photos in this blog may cause you to feel a sense of hunger, thirst or the desire to stage your kitchen!

We've all heard it said that "the kitchen is the heart of the home". If you've ever had guests over for dinner or thrown a cocktail party, you know that people tend to congregate in the kitchen. In my experience as a home stager, the kitchen is often the room most overlooked by home sellers.

According to a poll conducted in 2006 by Maritz Research, 52% of buyers said the kitchen had the most significant impact on their purchasing decision. While a beautiful kitchen significantly increases the value of a home, a poorly presented kitchen can be a deal breaker. Ironically, with the kitchen having perhaps the highest impact on potential buyers, it is often the most simple and least expensive area to stage.

In this blog I will focus on staging kitchen counter tops.

Buyers love clean and ample counter space so begin by clearing everything (yes everything) from your counter tops.

Excess items on counters stop the eye from moving freely around the room.
Microwaves and large appliances "eat up" (pun intended) valuable space.
Blocks of knives pose a potential risk to anyone showing the home.

With the counters vacant you can thoroughly clean the surfaces.

Don't forget the back splash, sink and faucet.

Once clean, strategically place colorful items and/or small appliances to create focal points.

Take into consideration the amount of counter space available and select appropriately sized items.
Unless you have truly expansive counter space, limit items (or groups of items) to 2 or 3 areas.
Place the selected items where you want the eye to stop.
Greenery and bottles of water help convey a feeling of freshness.
Fruit and vegetables stimulate appetite. Due to their bright colors, these will also be great items for directing the eye.
A cook book propped open on a stand or laying flat is also great for setting the scene.

Now the full potential of your kitchen will be visible and buyers will be able to imagine themselves preparing meals or entertaining guests.

Still unsure, perhaps these photos of our work will be of inspiration...

Jackson West is the owner and lead designer for Reveal Estate, a full service home staging company located in Vancouver, BC.

Vancouver Home Staging- revealing the "Rumpus Room"

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 00:40:21 -0500

rumpus room

When I was a kid, my cousins and I used to spend a lot of time in the big room of our grandparent's basement. It was called the rumpus room and it was our youthful domain. I am not sure if that is a common term or if it was unique to our family but I spent many hours of fun in that room well into my teenage years. For the most part we roamed unsupervised but since it was only an earshot away from the adults busy visiting upstairs, a "grown up" would be sure to appear if there was an outburst of children's tears or the basement became suspiciously quiet.

I had forgotten the term "rumpus room" until recently when I toured one of our vacant projects to prepare a staging bid. The home was brand new and the main floor had a formal living room and a family room already but the owners were keen to have the basement staged as well.

Upon descending the stairs I was instantly reminded of the times I spent in my grandparent's basement. When I was designing the room I wanted it to have a modern yet comfortably playful feel. Incorporating bright pillows, a large comfy sectional and transitional occasional tables was key to creating my version of a modern rumpus room. Call it nostalgia but for once I won't be upset if the pillows end up all over the floor and there is popcorn in the couch!

Reveal Estate is a full service home staging company located in Vancouver, British Columbia

Staging To Sell Fast In A Slow Market

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 13:04:23 -0500

It seems the Vancouver Real Estate boom is over. According to statistics released by the Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board, home sales are down more than 50 % from this time last year. With an abundance of properties for sale, savvy sellers realize the benefits of having their properties professionally staged. The following is a testimony from one of our recent clients...

" The transformation of our apartment to a comfortable, spacious, and clean looking living space by Reveal Estate was remarkable. The colours, styles and spacing blended to create a smooth flow throughout. The sun room was particularly beautiful as an extension of the master bedroom. Everyone was impressed how a fifteen year old apartment could look new. Even though there are multiple units for sale in our building, we had no difficulty getting two offers for the full asking price within five days of listing the property. The new owners loved it so much, they wanted the furniture as well! "

If you are considering selling in a sluggish market, protect your investment. Contact a qualified home staging company to help expedite a speedy, profitable sale!

Reflecting on Home Staging

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 18:31:44 -0500

As I have not had much time to blog about our recent transformations, I thought I would take a different angle and post some shots of mirrors we have placed in properties for sale. First, I would like to mention a few points regarding the use of mirrors when selling (and living in) your home.

Mirrors visually expand interiors, create depth and can bounce light into a room.

A well positioned mirror reflects an attractive point of view upon entering a room.

Often people hang mirrors for the sole purpose of catching sight of themselves and do not take full advantage of the benefits a strategically placed mirror provides.

When viewing properties I frequently encounter 4 problems with the placement of mirrors.

1. They reflect an unappealing area or view.

Consider this mirror hung in the entrance of a home. I'm sure it was handy for checking your appearance before heading out the door but people don't want to see the reflection of a bathroom as they enter a home.

2. They are placed too high on the wall.

For some reason, most people hang artwork too high as well. I have never understood this.

3. They reflect a bare wall.

This is particularly common in bathrooms. Usually there is a large mirror above the vanity. By hanging artwork on the opposite wall, you can increase the visual depth of the room as shown here.

4. They are positioned directly across the room from a window.

Doing this reflects light and energy (a.k.a. chi) back out the window and not into the room. Instead hang mirrors on the wall adjacent to a window.

And now some more mirror shots ...

Reveal Estate is a full service home staging company with lots of mirrors and furnishings to show your home at its best.

Visions in Red - Home Staging in Vancouver

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Sun, 11 May 2008 04:00:51 -0500

Red is often a favorite color choice for home stagers due to it's powerful ability to direct the eye. Successful stagers know how to incorporate red artwork and accessories to capture buyers attention without overwhelming a space. There is a fine line between highlighting the features of a room and creating a chaotic look by incorporating too many red accents.

Consider 2 vacant living rooms my company recently staged using strategically placed red accents to draw the eye and enhance the focal points.

Reveal Estate is a full service home staging company located in beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia.

What would home staging expert Kathy Nielsen do?

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 21:54:04 -0500

I took note of the superb staging skills of Kathy Nielsen, owner of Georgia Interior Solutions, when I first got into the staging business nearly 2 years ago. Kathy stages a great deal of beautiful houses and many of them are traditional in design.

Here in Vancouver, our select service area consists primarily of downtown condos so we don't get the opportunity to stage an actual house very often. While selecting inventory and putting together a color story for the house we staged today, I asked myself "What would Kathy do?" Feeling inspired by her work, this was the result...

Kathy, if you're reading this, did I come close?

Reveal Estate is a full service home staging company located in beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia.

Yes We "CAN" - Home Staging in Vancouver

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 04:46:17 -0500

If you are preparing to sell your property, be sure to create a look buyers desire. Dated fixtures can be a deal breaker, especially in the bathroom. It pays to spend money when preparing the "can" for sale.

Potential buyers will pay a premium for a bathroom that is fresh, clean and rejuvenated.

Consider this bathroom recently staged by Reveal Estate.

Although clean, the homeowner new that this room was dated and called on us for help. We selected a new paint color, sourced new tiles and fixtures, and provided a company to resurface the tub.

If it wasn't for the cabinet above the vanity and the window, you would never know this is the same room.

Have a look...

Now this bathroom "can" welcome potential buyers.

Reveal Estate is a full service home staging company located in beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia.

Vancouver Home Stager throws a punch...

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 02:58:14 -0500

...of color into a bathroom.

Here is an interesting bathroom. Although cold feeling, I generally liked it when I first saw it. The fixtures were modern and even though the green wall isn't my favorite shade, I appreciated how it played off the polished concrete floor.

Painting this room a warmer color was not an option. Also the wall that is white is covered with plexi-glass so hanging artwork was restricted to the green wall.

What accent color(s) would you have used to present this room for sale?

Scroll down to see the Reveal Estate solution...

Did you think of orange?

I felt it important to match the intensity of the green with another strong, warm, complimentary color. I also wanted to pull some of the gray of the concrete floor color up onto the wall with artwork. Because the orange is intense (like red), it directs the eye. I used orange accents only in the area shown to keep the eye focused. This created a cohesive look that buyers desire.

Reveal Estate is a full service home staging company located in beautiful, Vancouver, British Columbia.

Please view our portfolio for more examples of our work.

What A Difference A Day Makes - A Vancouver Home Staging Transformation

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:01:05 -0600

During our initial consultation, a recent Reveal Estate client realized she needed our help to prepare her home for sale. Budget was a concern and the property was being listed as a one bedroom and den within a week. Our team enjoys a staging challenge and I looked forward to the opportunity to help her move forward with a sale.

A few days later she left for work in the morning with her condo looking like this...

Later that morning, we arrived on the scene with a desk, chair, artwork, greenery and a few accessories. We edited and reconfigured the furnishings and draperies. Adding some coordinating artwork, plants and accessories helped create a "move in ready" look.

When the homeowner arrived home from work, this is what she saw when she opened the door. She was in shock, thrilled but in shock!

Now potential buyers can clearly see the functionality and features of this property.

Don't leave equity on the table, consult a professional home stager and maximize your selling price!

Reveal Estate is a full service home staging company located in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Vancouver buyers look down on home staging...

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 10:16:45 -0600

... when they view this property.

They see that a room that is 10 feet wide and 16 feet long can function as both living room and a dining area.

Have another look...

Appropriately scaled furniture and the strategic placement of artwork help create dimension and flow.

Reveal Estate is a full service Home Staging company located in beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia. Need your small space staged? Contact us!

Yes Marci...I staged ANOTHER bathroom in brown!

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 19:56:32 -0600

When I was staging this bathroom yesterday I was chuckling to myself and thinking of Marci Toliver. Marci and a few other stagers (you know who you are) used to tease me about staging every bathroom with brown towels, shower curtains and accessories. It was all in good fun and I didn't mind one bit. Back then there weren't many of us here and getting even a few comments on a blog was a big deal.

For the record I have only staged 11 bathrooms with a brown palette. I have managed to diversify my "lou" portfolio with different blues and greens but I have to admit that I still love a gender neutral, brown bathroom.

So Marci, my sweet tea drinkin, Sister from the South, this one is especially for you...

Many of my fellow stagers on AR also know that I use bars of soap in all of the bathrooms I stage. I was thrilled to find little square soaps wrapped in brown paper! Marci shall I send you some?

Reveal Estate is a full service home staging company located in beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia.

S.I.F. is coming to Vancouver!

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 10:32:24 -0600

Joelle Green of Joelle & Company Designs and Jackson West of Reveal Estate will be facilitating the Stage It Forward Round Table on February 27 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm in Vancouver, British Columbia.

If you are a stager in the greater Vancouver area you will not want to miss this event. It is open to all professional stagers regardless of affiliation or training and is free to attend.

We will be discussing and brainstorming ways to promote and advance the home staging industry as well as some of the challenges unique to our demographic. This will be a great opportunity to meet your fellow stagers and network with each other.

If you haven't already received an invitation to this event please email Joelle at joelle@joelleandcompany.com

We look forward to meeting you!

Home Staging for Occupied Properties - a mathematical perspective.

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 22:24:57 -0600

A fraction of the many transformations by Reveal Estate Home Staging have been of owner occupied properties. Lately however, projects have been more equally divided between vacant and occupied listings. Several factors are increasing our business of merchandising lived in properties. Perhaps the largest factor is increased awareness. The home staging industry is gaining credibility at an exponential rate.

Homeowners are realizing that...

They do not have the time, inclination and knowledge required to prepare their residence for sale.

It is difficult to take the angle of a potential buyer and objectively evaluate your own home.

Adding a qualified home stager into the Real Estate equation pays dividends to the home seller by instantly increasing equity. It is all about plus and minus. Let me show you what I mean...

In the properties featured below, we subtracted excess furniture and personal items while adding strategically placed art, mirrors and accessories. Reconfiguring, editing and supplementing what the homeowners already had proved to be a great formula for multiple offers.

Before Staging:

Staged by Reveal Estate:

Before Staging:

Staged by Reveal Estate:

Savvy home sellers do the math.

Don’t leave equity on the table... consider having your listing professionally staged.

Reveal Estate is a full service home staging company located in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Please view our portfolio for more examples of property merchandising.

Master "Sweet" - A home staging transformation.

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Sat, 03 Nov 2007 05:10:23 -0500

The master bedroom is an important selling feature in any property. Even in a hot real estate market like we are experiencing in Vancouver, a poorly presented listing will simply not sell. Consider this master bedroom. It has an ensuite bathroom, large closet, room for seating and ample windows. Buyers love such features but after languishing on the market for months it became apparent that this property needed help with presentation. The Reveal Estate team was called in to help.

The room lacked a focal point and the furniture arrangement impeded flow. Hanging the drapery too high and placing the dresser in front of the windows made them appear smaller. The ensuite bathroom was dated and unappealing. Potential buyers could not envision this space as the functional, restful retreat it could be. The solution was simple and I think you will agree, highly effective...

Reveal Estate is a full service home staging company located in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Please view our portfolio for more examples of property merchandising.

Blah Turned Spa - a home staging transformation

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 22:00:35 -0500

Consider this typical 1980's bathroom. Although large, clean and functional the overall appearance is dated and rather sterile. Can you imagine relaxing in that tub? With the door left open attention is centered around the bidet, leaving buyers with a less than desirable impression.

With a small investment in accessories, the dated design is downplayed and the functionality of this space is highlighted. New life is breathed into the room by adding plants, complimentary prints, and coordinating linens.

Candles, soap and extra towels provide the finishing touch and help buyers imagine a soothing escape.

Reveal Estate is a full service home staging company located in Vancouver, B.C.

Like Night and Day - a home staging transformation

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Mon, 17 Sep 2007 07:56:25 -0500

One of my favorite aspects of my work as a home stager is revealing the finished product to the client. I enjoy seeing their widened eyes and the suprised looks on their faces. One of my clients this summer commented that the before and after photos on our website were "like night and day". So in an attempt to jump back into the blogosphere I wanted to share with you one of our recent transformations. To date this property has been one of my favorites. My intent with this after photo was to capture the amazing view of the city skyline across the bay during dusk. I think you will agree the change in this room is literally like ...

Night

and.....

Day

Reveal Estate is a full service home staging company located in Vancouver, BC.

Traditional Is Conditional - Home Staging Furniture

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 05:49:07 -0500

I was inspired to write this blog by fellow stager Eva Rivera, after she kindly commented on the use of modern furniture in our recent projects. Some of you have been wondering if we ever use traditional furniture, to date we have not. Doing so would appeal to fewer potential buyers and limit the opportunity for maximizing the selling price. Keep in mind that we are located in a large urban metropolis and you can't swing a tape measure without hitting a modern building. Occasionally we do get the opportunity to stage more traditional homes.

Unless targeting a specific demographic, using transitional furniture is key when merchandising property. By transitional I mean neither contemporary nor traditional, but rather somewhere in between. While homes may be traditional in design the furnishings should be pleasing to both young and more mature buyers. This is the simplest and most effective way to create mass appeal.

Consider these shots of older, vacant homes from our portfolio using what I consider to be transitional pieces. Adding a hint of bold fabric or interesting furniture placement provided the edge needed to make these properties stand out and linger in the minds of a wide range of buyers.

Reveal Estate is a full service home staging company located in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Home Staging for Vancouver's Smallest Foyer

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 07:38:41 -0500

Well it may not be the smallest foyer in the city but it is definitely tiny at only 3 feet wide. Home stagers know that the first impression after stepping through the entryway can make or break a sale.

Here is what buyers would have seen after opening the front door had the owners not staged the listing. What would you have done with this area?...

Pictured below is the Reveal Estate solution.

This condo received 7 offers within 2 days of being staged and now the bidding war is on!

Update: The final selling price was exactly $30,000 above the asking price. That is a increase of $58.82 per square foot!

Home Staging - Beating Clutter Black and Blue

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 06:14:40 -0500

Did you know that many of your possessions have an appetite? It's true. If you are selling your current home, I must warn you that your dryer may start eating your socks and clutter will definitely eat your equity!

The experts at Reveal Estate Home Staging don't know much about dryers or socks but they do know about property merchandising. The following is an example of how they recently beat the clutter... black and blue!

Going Against The Green - Home Staging Transformation.

Jackson West (Reveal Estate Home Staging - Vancouver) — Mon, 18 Jun 2007 09:46:46 -0500

This condo had just been painted and was ready to be staged according to the owner when I spoke with him on the phone. Imagine his surprise when I told him the new paint job was in vain.

What was this...

Became this...

This condo received multiple offers 2 days after being staged, and sold for well above the asking price.

More of the transformation...

Selecting a neutral color scheme is essential if your want your property to appeal to the largest range of potential buyers.

Reveal Estate is a full service home staging company located in Vancouver, BC.

To view more room transformations view our online portfolio.