staging: The Numbers Game - 05/19/08 09:26 AM
Over the course of the past year, I have given several presentations on the subject of staging and pre-listing services. In several of these sessions, we've been asked for statistics (staged vs. non-staged homes) and I have to honestly say I am not always comfortable with providing them. Yes, they can help convince the non-believers, but really, how accurate and objective are these numbers?
 One staging organization, for instance, provides some pretty impressive stats. However, when you read the fine print, you find that the numbers cover a relatively low number of homes....and from studies conducted a year or more ago, … (6 comments)

staging: Convincing The Reluctant Client To Stage! - 06/25/07 12:56 PM
Recently, many Realtors have mentioned to me (and some of my colleagues) that they are sometimes having a difficult time convincing their clients and potential clients to make an investment in staging their property. This reluctance may stem from the client not thinking their house needs staging or that the expenditure will not yield a significant return.  
The reluctant client simply needs to be educated. My favorite example, courtesy of StagedHomes, is that a seller needs to detail a home for sale just as they would a car. In fact, it’s not uncommon that people will spend $1K or more … (0 comments)

 
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