house staging: Home stagers: are you on the path to burn out and bankruptcy? - 06/16/08 05:22 PM
When I ask many real estate agents today about the state of the market and its effect on their income, I often get an earful about tiny, intermittent commission checks and complaints of record breaking gas prices cutting into already bleak profits. Things aren’t great for many in the front lines … (7 comments)
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house staging: Good Help Is So Hard To Find - 06/07/08 02:47 AM
Ah yes, while I'm hard at work in another room, Katy is also hard at work, or is she? Nope, my new assistant is taking a break, humoring herself by taking photos of herself. Eating my faux artichoke, taking the famous, stretched arm photos of herself. Needless to say, I was totally unaware … (10 comments)
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house staging: Eco-Friendly Kitchen & Bathroom Counters - 05/30/08 12:46 AM
For the consumer that wants to go green, new eco friendly choices in kitchen counters are available.
Recycled Glass- It's on the pricey side, and is made from colored recycled glass mixed into a cement, concrete , or resin base. The glass that is used is from the waste stream … (15 comments)
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house staging: What To Do When Your Staged House Doesn't Close? - 05/29/08 12:10 AM
In this market we are having more and more homes going to the closing tables but not closing. Unfortunate, but it's happening everyday, in every city. If you have had your home staged by a professional home stager, don't jump the gun and have them de-stage it on the promise of an offer. Too many … (15 comments)
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house staging: Home Stager Contain Yourself! - 05/27/08 06:57 AM
There are many containers which a home stager must use in order to provide excellent house staging consultations and services.
Some we find important to us are:
Business End
Plastic Totes
File Cabinets
Brief Case
Tool Box
Waste Basket
Utility Trailer
Business-Card … (16 comments)
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house staging: Meet My New Assistant! - 05/17/08 01:28 PM
My new assistant has arrived! Her name is Katy and she will be helping me stage homes for a couple of months this summer. She is from Lansing, Michigan and will be a junior at the University of Michigan next year. She is in Air Force ROTC and will be going … (5 comments)
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house staging: So You Don’t Believe in the Power of Home Staging - 05/08/08 12:25 PM
Do you believe in the power of marketing in general?
Do you believe the way a product is packaged makes a difference in number of sales?
Do you believe quality or lack of quality is an important determining factor in the price of any product?
Do you believe first … (17 comments)
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house staging: Trends & Trendsetters - 04/24/08 01:48 AM
Old World LookNew Contemporary LookDesigner trends are forever changing as are the materials that are used. The "Old World Look", is said to be too heavy, faux finishes and wrought iron, tons of carved stone, in interiors and exteriors are labeled as being overused and misused. New trends show modern and … (6 comments)
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house staging: Vacant Home Staging-Do You Have What It Really Takes? - 04/05/08 10:22 PM
With vacant homes on the rise in the real estate market more people are turning to Home Staging to give their home that competitive edge. What most people don't realize is the time and labor involved in staging a vacant home. Here is an example of what can go into … (26 comments)
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house staging: Why Hire A Professional Home Stager? - 04/01/08 12:06 PM
Summary:There are lots of simple things a homeowner can do on their own to decorate their house to sell. However, many homeowners are unsure of where to start.
The process of selling a home can be completely overwhelming, but a Home Stager has the ability to look at a home with … (4 comments)
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house staging: Staging Simply....What a Great Idea! - 03/24/08 03:55 PM
I recently used a new company to stage one of my vacant listings...StagingSimply.com.WOW! These guys are wonderful! They came out the day after I called and charged just $299.95 for my vacant listing!This is not your "typical" staging and Staging Simply tells you right off the bat that they are not … (8 comments)
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house staging: See If Predators Live in Your Neighborhood - 03/22/08 09:35 PM
There is a website you can go to and enter your address and a map will come up with your house as the small icon of a house with red, blue, and green, dots surrounding your entire neighborhood. When You click on these dots a picture of a person will appear with an … (4 comments)
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house staging: This Is Creeping Me Out! - 03/20/08 12:23 AM
Ok, this is really creeping me out too, after already posting "How Do I Stop This" about similiar spam letters, I have also been receiving letters from my AR contact form like Janice Sutton's post Yikes...here we go again! This is not my first one of this sort that has made its way … (16 comments)
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house staging: Tee Off Against Cancer-Friendswood, Texas - 03/14/08 11:42 PM
Tee Off Against Cancer is a Non-Profit Corporation whose primary purpose is to raise money for the American Cancer Society. They hold an amateur golf tournament annually, the net proceeds of which are distributed to the American Caner Society- Relay for Life Foundation. This organization is for the critical research, education, patient … (0 comments)
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house staging: Why Did They Mess With My Stuff! - 03/08/08 08:10 PM
I went to a home yesterday, that I was in the process of staging. I had recommended getting it cleaned before the staging began, but that didn't happen, but they did manage to clean while I was in the middle of staging. They moved and rearranged all of my strategically placed … (12 comments)
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house staging: League City Egg Hunt-TX - 03/08/08 07:25 PM
The League City Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with the Knights of Columbus will be sponsoring the Annual Egg Hunt at the League City Sportsplex. The hunt begins at 1:00p.m. on Sunday, March 9. All are welcome to attend this free event and it is open for children ages toddler through 12 … (0 comments)
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house staging: La Madeline's Tomato Soup - 03/04/08 02:30 AM
Ingredients:
4 cups crushed tomatoes (You can use a little more--a 28 oz can and a 14 oz can)4 c tomato juice or chicken broth (can use broth)Simmer these together over medium heat for 30 min. Puree in small batches in blender or food processor with 14 basil leaves. (this is important. you're … (3 comments)
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house staging: Hobby Lobby Weekly Sale-Starting March 3rd - 03/04/08 02:03 AM
Hobby Lobby has weekly sales usually with items 30% to 50% off. If you catch them right you can stock up on things you will need in staging, like lamps, florals, home decor items, and just about everything else you can think of. This week they are featuring Florals like pre-made … (1 comments)
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house staging: Tuesday Morning Sale March 4-Weekend Sale March 8 & 9 - 03/04/08 01:53 AM
Tuesday Morning has a weekend special sale starting Saturday and Sunday only March 8 & 9. Open Saturday at 10am and Sunday at 12 noon. They have great Tommy Bahama Outdoor rugs for $29.99 size 5' X 8', and Metal Wall Clocks 13" to 14" big for $9.99, all great for staging.
Their regular sale starts … (3 comments)
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house staging: League City Youth Programs-Gymnastics-Texas - 03/01/08 06:31 PM
Gymnastics class to help you develop confidence, self-awareness and body control by experienceing challenges that children can masater in a safe, non-cpmpetitive environment. Apparatus including beams, bars, parallels, wedges and mats are used to increase motor skill and general physical abilities. Classes start April 1, 2008.
Place: League City Elementary School Gym, … (0 comments)
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house staging: League City Youth Programs-Flag Football-Texas - 03/01/08 06:20 PM
The League City Parks Recreation Department will be starting it's Summer Flag Football program. Flag Football will be offered to all children (boys and girls) ages 6-14. League play will begin the week of May 26, and extend through July 19, 2008.
Place: Sportsplex, 1251 Link Road (Highway 96)
Times: Games on Saturdays
Fees: … (0 comments)
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house staging: People Watching At the Mall-Houston, Texas - 02/25/08 08:03 PM
For all of you husbands, boyfriends, grandparents, or just anybody that is talked into going to the mall unwillingly. This form of entertaining may be for you. People watching. Here are some of Houston's most popular malls to do just that.
The Galleria-Houston's most upscale mall, where high-end department stores and ice rink … (2 comments)
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house staging: I'm Not Seeing Doubles - I'm Seeing Triples! - 02/13/08 12:52 AM
Room 1 Before Room 1 After
Room 2 Before Room 2 After
Room 3 Before Room 3 After
The Real Estate Agent called, "I need a Consult ASAP, want to list it by a Tuesday". I did a Consult, gave the homeowner a huge list of things to do. He did them Sat/Sun and very well … (23 comments)
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house staging: First Flip Won't be Their Last... - 02/11/08 12:12 AM
September 2007 proved to be one of the busiest month's on record for Celebrate. In the early part of the month we staged the Show Suite for the Maguire Building in Kitsilano (that's a blog for another day). Before the first scheduled Open House the suite was shown to two business … (26 comments)
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house staging: You Heard About Me From Where? - 02/09/08 09:21 PM
Of course we all get the referrals from friends of friends that used us, but lately, I've heard some interesting stories on where they've heard of me or my business. I had one couple tell me they were out to dinner with another couple, and she was telling the lady that I was … (22 comments)
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house staging: Is Wallpaper Making A Comeback? - 02/09/08 04:18 PM
After reading several posts by AR members about removing and then painting over wallpaper, and just coming home from a consultation where I had just advised the homeowner to do the same thing. I opened up my new Bassett Spring of 2008 Furniture Catalog, (looking very Pottery Barn like now) to find none other than, … (22 comments)
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house staging: Shangri La Botanical Gardens & Nature Center-Orange, TX - 02/09/08 03:43 PM
Brand New For The Spring of 2008, about 100 miles east of Houston on I10 in Orange, Texas is a hidden gem that has been converted into a beautiful Botanical Garden and Nature Center. Much like the famous Shangri La in Tibet, the garden will offer more than the original Shangri La. It … (1 comments)
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house staging: Pearland Cycling Club-Texas - 02/09/08 12:54 AM
The Pearland Cycling Club is a non-profit organization located near FM518 & Hwy. 288. New and experienced cyclist are invited to join the Club,which meets every Saturday and Sunday morning for bicycle rides from 30 to 60 miles over Brazoria County, and with pace groups from 14 to 21 mph. They also … (1 comments)
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house staging: Johnson Space Center Family Day-Houston, TX - 02/09/08 12:03 AM
The Lunar and Planetary Institute's Family Space Day at the Johnson Space Center is February 20, 7-10pm. A total lunar eclipse will be viewed in February. The event is free, and family oriented. The JSC Astronomical Society members will be on hand with their telescopes, and various topics will be discussed. Hands-on activies, … (0 comments)
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house staging: Johnson Space Center Stamp Club-Houston, TX - 02/08/08 11:56 PM
The Johnson Space Center Stamp Club is open to the public and welcome experienced collectores, including juniors. Monthly meetings are held, as well as trading and auctions. The meetings start at 7pm every 2nd & 4th Monday on the 2nd floor of the JSC Gilruth Building. Parking may be accessed through Gate … (0 comments)
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house staging: Johnson Space Center Houston-Amazon Voyage - 02/08/08 11:50 PM
"Amazon Voyage: Vicious Fishes & Other Riches" will have live Piranhas beginning Saturday, February 23. A hands-on exhibit will focus on piranhas, anacondas and sting rays through computer interactive activities and original artifacts. There will be seven ports of call along the world's most biologically diverse river. Visit Houston's Johnson's Space Center … (0 comments)
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house staging: Galveston Mardi Gras 2008 - 02/02/08 09:33 PM
The 97th Annual Galveston Island Mardi Gras will be going on through February 5, 2008 with over 250,000 people expected to attend. This is when the island is jammed packed with visitors from all over Texas and beyond. Activities will include a parade, tons of food, live music, flamboyant costumes … (6 comments)
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house staging: The Biggest Loser Coming To Houston-Sunday Feb. 3 - 02/02/08 09:10 PM
The Biggest Loser Reality TV show and MSN will be making a tour through Houston on its journey through America to lose 1 million pounds. There will be previous contestant's, fitness tips, how to get back on track with your New Years Resolutions goals, prizes and a chance to appear on TV … (4 comments)
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house staging: 11 Million Pounds Of Potato Chips! - 02/02/08 08:49 PM
Super Bowl Sunday is the #1 Favorite Snack Food Day in America according to the Snack Food Association. More Junk or Snack food is consumed on this day than any other. Here are some statistics of what will be consumed Super Bowl Sunday.11 Million Pounds of Potato Chips 13.2 Million Pounds of Avocados8.2 Million … (4 comments)
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house staging: Kids Rooms Still Kids Rooms-Just Toned Down - 02/02/08 08:14 PM
The kids rooms were'nt that cluttered, but the furnishings, paint and carpet needed to be replaced and painted. In the boys room we moved in an extra bed the owner had and turned it into an Astronaut/NASA look. The Dad had painted a picture of an astronaut when he was one … (7 comments)
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house staging: From Merlot To Chardonnay Texas Style - 02/02/08 07:22 PM
A Home office with a lot of elements going on. The owner had several interest, flying, ranching, sailing, sports and sports cars. While there was a lot to look at, every nook and cranny was filled. We took if from a Merlot color sponge gold paint to a darker Chardonnay. And removed all … (4 comments)
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house staging: A Taste Of Space-Space Center Houston, TX - 01/28/08 08:34 PM
Over 40 area restaurants and food establishments will providing samples at the Space Center Houston, located at 1601 NASA Parkway, Houston from 6:30 to 9:00p.m, February 7, 2008. A Silent Auction will be held while the children can stay busy at the Pepsi Kids Space Place. Booth space is still available for restaurants … (2 comments)
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house staging: Book Review-League City, TX - 01/26/08 11:27 PM
The Helen Hall Library Adult Program will be offering a Book Review Club the second Thursday each month at 10:30am in the children's Theater. Volunteers and library staff will be giving the reviews. The books to be reviewed will be of recent non-fiction titles. Light refreshments will be served and the public … (0 comments)
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house staging: Twins Split Up - 01/26/08 11:14 PM
These rooms were done "on the fly" using leftovers. We had not intended to stage them. This room had the homeowners original furniture in it from when she was a teen 30+ years ago. To be cost efficient I was able to split the twin beds up, paint them black and … (11 comments)
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house staging: 5K Fireworks Fun Run And Walk-Clear Lake, TX - 01/26/08 10:31 PM
Register now for the 5K 4 Fireworks Fun Run and Walk the morning of Sunday, February 24th. This is a family activity that everyone can enjoy. You are welcome to walk or run through the University of Houston Clear Lake Campus. The Kids K will be at 7:30am and the 5K will follow … (0 comments)
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house staging: Moms Club Of Houston - 01/26/08 10:15 PM
The Moms Club of Houston has a variety of programs offered for the month for the stay-at-home mom, part-time mom or work from home mom. They also have playgroups that meet weekly so that kids can get a chance to mingle with other kids. They also have a monthly Moms Night Out for … (0 comments)
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house staging: Kid Clutter To Super Simplistic - 01/25/08 11:25 PM
Kids had taken over the Game Room and had made it their craft room. After taking the table, clutter and other pieces out, it was turned into a very simplistic, minimalist room. I was able to use the benches as a much needed coffee table. Redesigned using the homeowners furniture.
This property … (13 comments)
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house staging: From Frat House To Defined Spaces - 01/25/08 10:50 PM
This was a family/formal dining room that was being used for a family room/pool hall. Moving out the pool table and furniture the couple had since college and bringing in rental furniture and accessories gave this room a more appealing look. An added value of a dining room, on a very … (11 comments)
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house staging: Subtle Changes Make A Room Usable - 01/25/08 09:51 PM
Formal Living made into a Study. Small changes using the homeowners furniture and one rental chair, make a much more usable room. This room served no purpose before, now buyers could visualize a functional room.
House was staged and sold under 30 days.
Visit www.redesignetc.com Houston's Home Staging & Redesign Specialist staging houses … (13 comments)
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house staging: Home Staging in a Buyers Market - 01/23/08 08:53 AM
Home Staging
Home staging can turn a cold and lifeless looking property into a warm and inviting home in the potential buyer's mind. Home staging is an essential strategy in a slow real estate market. Home staging will help you stand out from the competition and generally sells faster and sometime for … (0 comments)
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house staging: Curb Appeal Where What's On The Outside Counts! - 01/22/08 12:58 AM
Before Curb Appeal
After Curb Appeal Recommendations
Mom always told us it's whats on the inside that counts. And as usual mom is right, but in this case the outside also counts! While the inside could look amazing - if the yard is not well maintained, the buyer may not want to look for the diamond in the rough.
With some … (17 comments)
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house staging: Houston Aeros VS. San Antonio Rampage-Jan. 25-26 - 01/21/08 02:37 AM
The Houston Aeros will be playing the San Antonio Rampage on January 25 & 26 at the Toyota Center at 7:35 PM.
The first 3000 fans will be given Hockey Visors on January 26. Come out and support our Aeros. These guys are amazing. The game is fast, exciting, with a few … (0 comments)
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house staging: Master Gardeners Green Thumb Series- Houston Bay Area,TX - 01/14/08 12:19 AM
The Master Gardeners Green Thumb Series will be holding a free event to the public on the second Tuesday of each month. January 23, Master Gardener Angela Chandler will Present Fruit for our area. The Meeting Room (on the Lakeside) at Clear Lake Park, 5001 NASA Road 1, Seabrook. This event … (0 comments)
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house staging: Lunar and Planetary Institute's Family Space Day-Houston,TX - 01/14/08 12:08 AM
January 19 the Lunar and Planetary Institute's Family Space Day will hold a free family event from 10am to 1pm., for families with children ages 5-8. Space sciences topics will be discussed and the topic for January is Telescopes. The event is a come-and-go, and information, books, and resources will be … (0 comments)
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house staging: Square Dance Lessons-Friendswood, TX - 01/13/08 11:49 PM
The art of square dancing will be making a comeback in Friendswood. Lessons will begin in Friendswood in January. The Hanger Squares will meet at 901 Buckingham in Friendswood. There will be a free "fun night" January 19 from 8:00p to 10p to see if it's something you might want to pursue. … (0 comments)
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house staging: Hello New Friend...Good-Bye! - 01/12/08 02:49 PM
I have met some very interesting people in this business. When you're working with a homeowner over a period of time you really start to get to know them. Sometimes turning into new friendships. I've made so many new friends during this process only to have to tell them bye when they … (3 comments)
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house staging: Challenger Seven Memorial Park-Webster, TX - 01/12/08 01:13 PM
Loving being outside in January in Houston, is one of the reasons people live here. Temperatures have mostly been in the 70's some days cooler, but no really cold days that you can't get out and enjoy the weather. The one thing lacking in this area are parks, at least parks that … (0 comments)
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house staging: Chevron Houston Marathon-Sold Out! - 01/11/08 12:45 AM
The 20,000 spots have been filled and the Chevron Houston Marathon is not accepting any more runners. They are still accepting volunteers - a total of 5000 are needed with 200,000 spectators to be expected. A million dollars will be raised for Houston charities and about 1 million people will watch live by … (3 comments)
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house staging: "Love, Janis"- Alley Theater-Houston,TX - 01/10/08 09:48 PM
The Alley Theater will present a musical based on the life of legendary Rock and Blues singer Janis Joplin, Port Arthur, Texas' most famous daughter. The musical follows her life from 1966 until 1970, (her death). The play will feature her songs "Piece Of My Heart", "Me and Bobby McGee", "Mercedes Benz", and "Ball … (0 comments)
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house staging: Youth Events-League City, TX - 01/05/08 09:20 PM
Helen Hall Library in League City will be hosting Spring activities for infants to grade 5. The program will focus on developmental story times and activities. These events are scheduled once a month on a Thursday night and a Friday morning. All events are have limited seating. Tickets are required, and … (0 comments)
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house staging: Men's Flag Football Team- League City, TX - 01/05/08 08:40 PM
For all of you weekender football players the League City Parks and Recreation Department has started registration for their Men's Flag Football League. They play at the Countryside Park on Wednesday nights. They offer spring, fall, and winter sessions.
Fee for the team is $280.00 (includes $70.00 forfeit fee).
For more … (1 comments)
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house staging: Christmas Traveling Fly Or Drive? - 12/28/07 10:18 PM
I usually fly, but this year, I had some clients that had sold their home after being staged and needed me to stop by and another one that I had to drop some things off at. Unfortunately, I started the trip exhausted from trying to tie up everything up before … (3 comments)
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house staging: Traders Village-Houston, TX - 12/28/07 09:12 PM
Looking for some unique items that you can't find in the stores? Try Traders Village.
Since Traders Village opened in the Dallas/Fort Worth area in Grand Prairie in 1973, and in Houston in 1989, millions of people have browsed, shopped and traded within the acres filled with thousands of dealers offering … (0 comments)
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house staging: Home Sweet "Staged" Home - 12/27/07 01:09 PM
Once the best kept secret of interior designers and savvy Realtors, staging a home is now a staple of the selling process. Thanks to a plethora of how-to shows, anyone with a basic cable hookup can observe the art of staging from concept to completion. Sellers now ask how their homes … (8 comments)
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house staging: Home For The Holidays-Old Town Spring, TX - 12/20/07 10:50 PM
Home for the Holidays. Nov. 10-Dec. 24. Over 150 shops decorated with thousands of twinkling lights welcome visitors to a season of unique Christmas gift shopping. Location: Old Town Spring, 403 Main Street, Spring, TX. Call 888-U-STOP-IN for more info. Visit www.redesignetc.com a full-service Home Staging & Redesign Company serving Houston & … (0 comments)
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house staging: Polar Ice Galleria-Houston, TX - 12/20/07 10:41 PM
Have some last minute gifts to buy? Are the kids out of school and driving you crazy? Then take them and their friends over to the Galleria's Polar Ice, the mall's ice skating rink while you shop and grab some coffee. Skaters of every skill level are welcome. You will see skaters … (0 comments)
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house staging: Stella Mare Village-Galveston, TX - 12/20/07 10:21 PM
Stella Mare Village which means "star of the sea" in Italian is a new community located on 25 acres just west of 7 Mile Road on Galveston's West Beach. Lots will average around 5,000 square feet, and homes will be approximately 3,000 square feet. There are plans for 80 single-family homes, and … (0 comments)
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house staging: Outdoor Live Nativity-Clear Lake, TX - 12/17/07 05:14 PM
University Baptist Church will host a Family Friendly Christmas Eve Service featuring a live nativity. The evening has been specially planned with your children in mind. Children of all ages are welcome to walk-through a live nativity, and greet the real, live animals, see the shepherds, and watch as Mary , Joseph, … (0 comments)
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house staging: Bottom 10 Income Growth Markets-07 - 12/14/07 10:54 PM
New Orleans, LA-New Orleans is now 41 percent below the national PCI of $34,471. Stockton, CA-The lowest-rated is Stockton, whose PCI has edged up just 35 percent since 1995.Bakersfield, CA-Bakersfield ranks 99th out of 100 major metros for income growth since 1980 -- and 98th since 1990. Riverside-San Bernardino, CA-Los Angeles is … (2 comments)
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house staging: The Story of The Nutcracker-Houston, TX - 12/14/07 10:16 PM
A gift of three very special dolls leads two children to the Land of Enchanted Dreams, where snowflakes talk and dance, nutcrackers turn into princes and dolls are ballerinas. This enchanting play with music is colorful, comical, holiday fun for the whole family! The Story of the Nutcracker will be presented … (0 comments)
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house staging: The Strand Theatre-Charles Dicken's Classic-Galveston, TX - 12/14/07 10:06 PM
Christopher Durang turns Charles Dickens' holiday classic on its head in this hilarious parody, the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future are all played by one sassy actress who keeps showing up way too early, Scrooge refuses to repent, and Mrs. Bob Cratchit decides to get drunk and jump off … (1 comments)
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house staging: Networking Tips At Christmas Parties - 12/14/07 09:30 PM
It's that time of year again when party's abound all over town. This year take advantage of your invites, even if you've passed on them before and use it as a chance to not only network, but to make new friends as well.Here are some party networking tips to help you … (5 comments)
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house staging: HGTV To Announce New Real Estate Listing Website - 12/14/07 08:16 PM
With the popularity of Real Estate shows on the networks, HGTV has unveiled plans to start a website called "Front Door" http://www.frontdoor.com/ . The site will carry upgraded listings free of charge. It will feature articles and news stories that feature certain styles and types of houses, from condos to southern style homes. They … (10 comments)
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house staging: Top 10 Markets In The Country-Dec. 11, 07 - 12/14/07 07:58 PM
According to an article Dec. 11th, by Business Week, because of the high cost of Real Estate in California, Arizonia, and Nevada people are looking at other areas of the country to live in. People want to live in a afforable area and have money feft over to enjoy other things. Wenatchee, Wash.: 15.7 … (8 comments)
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house staging: Study Shows Vacant Houses Are Slower to Sell - 12/14/07 07:30 PM
In a recent study and article by redfin.com the #6 reason to a slow sale of a house was to show it vacant. The study suggests keeping your homeowners there. It showed 9.5% of homes that were vacant would go through a price reduction, based on what a buyers thinking process was when buying a … (10 comments)
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house staging: It's A Wonderful Life-Hobby Center-Houston, TX - 12/08/07 07:50 PM
It's A Wonderful Life will be presented at the Theatre Under The Stars, Hobby Center December 11-23. The musical adaptation of Frank Capra's 1946 classic film, starring Jimmy Stewart, will come to life on stage when TUTS produces "A Wonderful Life" for the holidays. Featuring a book and lyrics by Sheldon … (0 comments)
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house staging: Jingle Bell Run-Dec.9-Houston, TX - 12/08/07 07:39 PM
Jingle bells will be ringing throughout Downtown Houston for the 24th Annual Chevron Jingle Bell Run and Walk benefiting the Downtown YMCA December 9th.
With more than 5,000 runners sporting holiday costumes, it is sure to be a colorful, fun-filled family affair. choose from the kid's fun run for ages 13 and … (1 comments)
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house staging: Clear Lake Blood Drive-TX - 12/08/07 06:54 PM
The Clear Lake Neighborhood Blood Drive is December 8. Commit for life with the Clear Lake Community Advocates. Every blood donation helps save as many as three lives, and all donors will receive a Commit for Life travel mug. The donor center is located at 1153 Clear Lake City Blvd. For … (0 comments)
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house staging: Comforter & Pillow Storage Ideas? - 12/06/07 09:14 PM
I seem to have this problem time and time again where I can't get comforters, shams, and bed skirts back in their original bag, especially the ones that come with sheets. I eventually get them stuffed back in, but they never look the same. The problem, other than not fitting back in its original … (23 comments)
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house staging: Dickens On The Strand-Galveston, TX - 12/02/07 02:54 AM
The Galveston Historical Foundation will be hosting "Dickens on The Strand" for the 34th year in a row. On Dec. 1 & 2. Mechanic Street are taken back in time as a celebration of "A Christmas Carol" will be featured along with , a snow yard, elephant and pony rides, … (0 comments)
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house staging: Friendswood Annual "Holiday Hustle" -Run/Walk-TX - 12/02/07 02:39 AM
The Friendswood "Holiday Hustle" is a yearly event where it is a great way to give back while getting some exercise as well. All proceeds go to the Laura Recovery Center Foundation to help in efforts to prevent abductions, runaways and to recover missing children. 200-300 runners and walkers are … (0 comments)
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house staging: 13th Annual Tour De Lites-Pearland, TX - 12/02/07 02:12 AM
Light up your bike and add a little holly and tinsel for a holiday tour through the Green Tee subdivision to view the Christmas lights. Riders return to the park for hot chocolate, cookies and Christmas caroling. All proceeds from the ride go toward hike-and-bike trails in Pearland. For more information about … (0 comments)
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house staging: Holiday Food Drive-Pearland, TX - 12/02/07 02:07 AM
Pearland Neighborhood Center will again be participating in the KPRC-TV (Channel 13) Share Your Holiday's food drive.
The Pearland Neighborhood Center is Pearland's only multiservice facility. Established in 1987, its mission statement is "to provide a foundation of effective services and responsive programs to facilitate the development of individuals and … (0 comments)
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house staging: Santa Claus Is in Town-Baybrook Mall-Friendswood, TX - 12/02/07 01:56 AM
Santa Claus will be at Baybrook Mall on Bay Area Rd. and I-45 every day until Monday, Dec. 24th. Visitors can enjoy the fun and faux snow Monday through Saturday at 10 a.m. to noon, 3 p.m., 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.: and on Sunday at noon, 3 p.m. and 5 … (1 comments)
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house staging: Snow At The Kemah Boardwalk-TX - 12/01/07 07:50 PM
This year Kemah will see snow. More than 30,000 pounds of snow, a visit from Santa, strolling carolers, and a balloon artist and face painter are among the many highlights for this Christmas season. The Boardwalk will be transformed into a Holiday Wonderland. On Sunday, December th the Kemah Boardwalk will … (0 comments)
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house staging: Nolan Ryan-ACC Foundation Annual Christmas Gala-Alvin, TX - 12/01/07 06:51 PM
The Alvin Community College Foundation will host its annual Christmas Gala celebrating the Christmas traditions around the world December 4th at 6pm at the Nolan Ryan Center (3110 Mustang Rd). This year's focus is Japan. Enjoy a wine reception, dinner, silent and live auction and music. the annual event raises funds … (0 comments)
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house staging: 2007 Galveston Harbor Parade of Lights-Boat Parade-TX - 12/01/07 06:33 PM
Galveston Island is set to have it's 11th annual Boat Parade Dec. 15, Saturday around 6pm. Boats from all over the Bay Area will be participating in this years events. The Parade will feature multi-million dollar yachts to vintage shrimp boats, decorated from stem to stern with glittering lights and twinkling … (0 comments)
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house staging: Photos with Santa-Kemah Boardwalk-TX - 12/01/07 06:20 PM
Are you're kids terrified of the annual Christmas photo with Santa? Here's your chance to try again for the perfect shot with Santa. Get a chance to meet the Mr. Klaus and have your're photo taken with him. The Kemah Boardwalk will have Santa photo opportunities everyday in December. For more information, call … (0 comments)
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house staging: Battleship Texas Presents-"Yuletide Texas"-San Jacinto Park, TX - 12/01/07 06:09 PM
Battleship Texas will be decorated through the month of December with ornaments, lights, and other Christmas decorations. The ship's decor will be reminiscent of the way the crew members would have decorated it while serving our country. It will be decorated for the month of December.
Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for seniors, … (0 comments)
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house staging: Christmas Tree Farm-Manvel, TX - 12/01/07 05:48 PM
The Holiday Acres Christmas tree farm is located 20 miles south of Houston in Manvel, just a block off Texas Hwy 6. For many cutting the family Christmas tree has become a tradition, and you can pick out your very own tree and have it cut down. Prices start at $34 … (0 comments)
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house staging: Freecycle-Clear Lake, TX (Nationwide Too) - 11/29/07 08:27 PM
Like ebay but free! Whether you want to acquire something or give something away chances are you'll find it on Freecycle. There are a multitude of items available at any given moment. You send an e-mail offering it to members of the local Freecycle group. Or respond to a … (4 comments)
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house staging: "Black Friday" Did You Come Away Empty Handed? - 11/26/07 12:47 AM
Another tradition that has been started in our family with the nieces and nephews is "Black Friday". My family lives in Tulsa, which happened to get a cold blast this year. I left 80 degree temps. in Houston to arrive in 30 degree temps. with a forecast of the low 20's for "Black … (6 comments)
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house staging: Home Staging in Virginia - 11/12/07 11:58 AM
Home Staging continues to increase in popularity in the Virginia area. While we still see those awful pictures on the MLS with laundry on the floor, kids toys everywhere and the family pet smack bang in the middle - a higher percentage of homes are presented more favorably for the potential … (0 comments)
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house staging: A Tale of Two Townhouses - 10/29/07 01:55 PM
Last night (yup, Sunday - and it was my birthday! - but the referring Realtor has been great to me!), I did a pre-listing Staging Consultation for a delightful couple who are still in the midst of newly-wed bliss. This was fairly last-minute, but I did have time to do some … (8 comments)
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house staging: Update on Proposal for Developer - 10/18/07 08:24 PM
About two or three weeks ago I wrote a post asking for input in preparing a proposal for a local developer who was referred to me by Cort Furniture. He was building luxury apartments and needed two model apartments designed as well as a club house which included a living room … (13 comments)
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house staging: If your Business is Growing, consider this useful tool... - 09/28/07 10:36 AM
When our Home Staging Company first started out we didn't see a need for a phone system, but now is a different story.
For those of you that have multiple employees for your small business and are struggling to find the right phone set up so that your customers can reach you … (10 comments)
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house staging: Cafe of Life: The perfect "Thank You" - 06/16/07 12:49 PM
As we know, repeat business and referrals are critical to succeeding in the real estate industry and finding that unique way to say thank you to clients is a part of that!
Ambiance Staging has found the perfect way to say THANK YOU!
I have been searching for a way to express … (10 comments)
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house staging: Beth Patnode (Minnesota Home Staging) was MEME'd too - 06/05/07 09:31 PM
Thanks to Karen Otto, Plano Home Stager in her blog I'm a "Meme"ber! for the MEME tag. Have to say this is my second time being MEME'd but I'm probably being scolded because I don't think I responded the last time I was tagged. That isn't like me to follow thru … (13 comments)
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house staging: GORGEOUS Rambler Townhome in Burnsville, Minnesota just Staged by Stylish Transformations Home Staging - 05/24/07 04:36 PM
Best of both worlds! Gorgeous detached townhome. 3+ BR, new SS appliances, granite countertops, great southern exposure, walkout lower level, many updates. Great location, walk to Byerly's & Lac La Von Lake. Move in condition.Best of both worlds! Gorgeous detached townhome. 3+ BR, new SS appliances, granite countertops, great southern exposure, … (0 comments)
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house staging: Minnesota Home Staging Success #342 - STAGED and SOLD in 13 DAYS!!! - 05/01/07 10:14 PM
This nice Andover home SOLD in 13 days with multiple offers in a very competitive market! Both Realtor and the Homeowners were ecstatic and were so impressed with the Staging they were 1000% sure it was the Staging that made their home stand out above the competition!
Beth Patnode, President of Marketing and … (2 comments)
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house staging: This Minnesota home STAGED and SOLD in TWO DAYS!!! - 05/01/07 10:07 PM
Check out this listing that was on the market fo NINE MONTHS before the sellers relisted with another Realtor that said they needed it STAGED before it would sell. TWO DAYS after it was staged it SOLD!
Does Home Staging Really Work?
Staged homes sell in 13.9 days vs. 30.89 unstaged.Staged homes often sell for 30 … (0 comments)
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house staging: MILLION DOLLAR Medicine Lake Home in Minnesota Staged and Sold in under 3 weeks! - 05/01/07 09:53 PM
This contemporary and STYLISH home was staged by Stylish Transformations and sold in under 3 weeks in the current competitive market.
See how Staging can help your homes sell quickly too - regardless of the market conditions.
Why should I Stage my home?How buyers first see your home influences their feelings and … (0 comments)
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house staging: This Burnsville, Minnesota listing won't last long!!! - 05/01/07 09:44 PM
Perfect "MODEL" Town Home for the Empty Nester in Burnsville, Minnesota. Staged by Minnesota's Premiere Home Staging Company ~ Stylish Transformations
Best of both worlds! Gorgeous detached townhome. 3+ BR, new SS appliances, granite countertops, great southern exposure, walkout lower level, many updates. Great location, walk to Byerly's & Lac La Von … (0 comments)
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house staging: Minnesota Home Stager now Staging CARS???? - 04/18/07 03:09 PM
Ok - so Staging cars for sale isn't really in our list of staging services at Stylish Transformations (not at the moment anyway - HA!). The funny thing is that as I was looking at vehicles recently, I was amazed to see that some sellers (even some very nice car dealers) hadn't STAGED … (12 comments)
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house staging: Staging Diva Home Stager Locator Service Helps You Find A Stager - 02/09/07 10:28 AM
It's not always easy finding a home stager for a particular project. With the busy spring real estate market getting underway and with a "buyer's market" in many areas, the need for professional home stagers has never been greater.I have a network of over 400 home stagers in the US and … (3 comments)
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