simply staged inc: Where is the Wow Factor? - 10/29/09 12:43 PM
This beautiful Loves Park home is only three years new with all the upgrades. The homeowners did everything right. The finishes and selections made when the home was built are neutral, beautiful, and will appeal to many.
The home is q-tip clean and still feels like new construction. However, now that it … (19 comments)
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simply staged inc: The First 10 Seconds! - 07/29/09 06:02 AM
When selling a home we all know it starts at the curb. If you can't get them in, how are you ever going to sell it?
Today I would like to focus on once you get them through the front door. What do you see? First impressions are extremely important. They convey a … (24 comments)
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simply staged inc: $1.3 Million Dollar Listing - Simply Staged Inc. stages Contemporary Belvidere Home - 05/14/09 02:39 PM
For those of you not familiar with Belvidere, IL or even the neighboring larger town of Rockford, IL you may not know that contemporary homes are not the norm. In fact, listings of $1.3 million in our area are rare as well.
I often admire the work of stagers who have the … (22 comments)
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simply staged inc: Simply Staged Rockford IL Home Before/After Photos - 05/13/09 09:34 AM
This Rockford IL home was recently staged by Simply Staged Inc. The home sellers were already partially moved out when we were brought in. (That is why some of the before shots are sparsly decorated.) We were able to use a combination of their existing furniture along with additional pieces brought in for … (23 comments)
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simply staged inc: Simply Staged New Milford Home Before/After Photos - 05/01/09 09:58 PM
Simply Staged Inc. was selected to stage this charming New Milford home. It has been showing vacant for the past eight months. One of the concerns brought forward was room definition and furniture layout. Potential buyers were confused as to how they would live in the space.
Staging has answered that … (14 comments)
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simply staged inc: Title Underwriters Agency Sponsors FREE Seminar for Rockford IL Area Realtors: Guest Speaker, Michele Hess, Simply Staged Inc. - 04/29/09 06:26 PM
Title Underwriters Agency is sponsoring a FREE seminar for Rockford IL & surrounding area Realtors.
Small business owner, Michele Hess of Simply Staged Inc. is honored to be the guest speaker. Hess will be sharing information on Internet presence, blogging, micro-blogging and social media.
Session spaces are limited and require a reservation. Spaces will … (8 comments)
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simply staged inc: Inaugural New Home Sale Event - 04/16/09 04:36 AM
The Home Builders Association of the Greater Rockford Area is holding the "Inaugural New Home Sale Event" May 2nd & 3rd and May 9th & 10th, 2009.
Event Time is from Noon to 6:00p.m.
The HBA website indicates the Homes participating in the event are offering upgrades, incentives and unbeatable prices … (2 comments)
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simply staged inc: 29th Annual Rockford Home Show - 03/02/09 11:02 AM
Want to know what is new in the home and garden market in the Rockford area? The Rockford Home Show will be showcasing new products, services, and ideas for your home and garden. Get inspired or talk to the experts. The home show will be hosting seminars and provide live family entertainment.
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simply staged inc: You Can Do Whatever You Want - A Stager is Turned Loose! - 02/11/09 06:29 AM
My only direction was, "Do whatever you want and help yourself to the extra accessories, pillows etc. in the guest room closet." WOW! Now, that is the start of a great day.
This town home located in Belvidere, IL has been on the market for sale by owner. After not selling, the owners decided … (33 comments)
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simply staged inc: Rockford, IL Area Events - 02/09/09 06:23 AM
Looking for something to do in the Rockford, IL area? Rockford Area Convention and Visitor's Bureau has a great website that will keep you current with what is happening in the region. It contains all the information you are looking for about area events, arts and entertainment, dining, transportation, accommodations and much more.
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simply staged inc: It's OK to admit you're not an Expert! - 02/06/09 02:01 PM
Home staging addresses several areas when selling a home. Of course there is decluttering, depersonalization, defining spaces, furniture placement, color selections, curb appeal, repairs, cleanliness.. . .the list goes on and on.
It is impossible to be an expert in every aspect of your business. More importantly, there is no need … (33 comments)
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simply staged inc: Rockford Art Museum Presents: Visages: Face Revised 1/27/09 - 4/5/09 - 01/27/09 05:43 AM
Another "must see" presented by the Rockford Art Museum. Come out and be inspired by some truly talented artists. It is a wonderful way to spend time enjoying the arts, supporting our community and makes for a great family outing at a nominal fee. All the details are listed below.
"Visages: Face … (0 comments)
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simply staged inc: Rockford, IL 24th Annual Snow Sculpting Competition 1/28/09 - 1/31/09 - 01/27/09 05:03 AM
If you have never attended the annual snow sculpting competition, I encourage you to do so. It is a free event sponsored by the Rockford Park District. The event makes for a great family winter outing. All the details are listed below. Come out and vote for your favorites!
Thirty teams compete in … (2 comments)
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simply staged inc: Roscoe Home Simply Staged & Under Contract in 10 Days! - 01/23/09 05:54 AM
I had the pleasure of staging this lovely home located in Roscoe, IL. It was a pleasure as it exemplified TEAMWORK. Even in a buyer's market the home went under contract in 10 DAYS!
What do I mean by teamwork? The Realtors aggressively marketing & pricing the home, calling in a stager prior to … (19 comments)
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simply staged inc: Are You Ready to Synth? - 01/07/09 06:09 AM
Photosynth is the ability to reconstruct the scene or object from a bunch of flat photographs, and the technology to bring that experience to virtually anyone over the Internet.
Using techniques from the field of computer vision, Photosynth examines images for similarities to each other and uses that information to estimate … (7 comments)
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simply staged inc: Sometimes the Best Way to Tell a Story is to Show Us! - 10/30/08 10:21 AM
Many stagers have joined the newsletter bandwagon with great results. I know I was sold after reading Melissa Marro's post Newsletters - Getting agent attention. . .
I have been consistently producing a monthly newsletter which has continually resulted in new inquiries, new contacts, and new jobs. It has been instrumental in … (42 comments)
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simply staged inc: WAIT! Can you leave that & that & that. . . - 10/24/08 07:58 PM
When preparing this unoccupied condo for sale, the sellers knew it would show better furnished. Rather than moving everything out they were able to leave several of their pieces in place. Simply Staged Inc. guided them as to what to leave and what to remove. By adding to their furnishings we were able … (37 comments)
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simply staged inc: Three Things NOT to do Before the Home Stager Arrives - 09/30/08 12:07 PM
1. Paint. Often times when starting a new project, I am greeted with a home owner who is pleased to share that they just had a room, rooms, or the WHOLE house painted. What's wrong with that? They painted everything WHITE! White is a very cold, sterile feeling color. If painting is in the budget a … (38 comments)
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simply staged inc: Roscoe, IL Home Simply Staged for A Sale - 09/26/08 07:32 AM
This Roscoe home was recently staged by Simply Staged Inc. It has been on the market for six months and buyers are having a hard time visualizing the space. Without furniture and accessories it is difficult to judge scale and see the possibilities. Simply Staged Inc. was hired to showcase the … (27 comments)
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simply staged inc: Rockford Home Simply Staged - Before & Afters - 08/14/08 09:50 PM
Sometimes updates to the home are not in the budget or the home sellers don't want to tackle them. Does that mean you should not stage the home? Does staging still enhance the home's features and highlight its potential? Here are some before & afters to view and decide for yourself.
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