omaha stager: The "Real Estate Reality Hour" Is Proud To Present ... Paul Vojchehoske - 08/15/08 05:43 PM
This Saturday's guest on the "Real Estate Reality Hour" is Paul Vojchehoske. Paul is involved in many areas of residential real estate such as the Omaha Landlord's Association and operates www.omahaarearentals.com. He also does a lot of training of agents through his company called the "Real Estate Resource Institute" and with his … (3 comments)
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omaha stager: The Power Of The Ionizer - 08/08/08 11:44 AM
About two months ago I became intrigued by some of Michelle Molinari's comments about her industrial strength ionizer that is available for rent. I thought it sounded like a dream come true for sellers with odors in their home so I HAD to buy one and try it out.
I have … (11 comments)
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omaha stager: The "Real Estate Reality Hour" Is Proud To Present: Dan Grwyza from American Family Insurance - 08/07/08 10:00 PM
This Saturday's guest on the "Real Estate Reality Hour" is Dan Grwyza from American Family Insurance. Like much of the country, Omaha has been hit hard in recent months with tornadoes, hail and other extreme wind storms. Significant damage and insurance claims have been the results. Tune in Saturday morning at 9am CST to visit more … (2 comments)
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omaha stager: The "Real Estate Reality Hour" Is Proud To Present Jamie Grayson, Executive Director of Destination Midtown Omaha - 08/01/08 08:03 PM
This Saturday's guest on the "Real Estate Reality Hour" is Jamie Grayson, Executive Director of Destination Midtown for Omaha, NE. Jamie will let us all know exactly what Destination Midtown is all about and some of their upcoming activities. Tune in Saturday morning at 9am CST.
Tori Lynn Ross of Ross Designs, … (2 comments)
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omaha stager: The Real Estate Reality Hour Is Proud To Present: Melissa Jarecke of NP Dodge - 06/12/08 10:00 PM
This Saturday's guest on the "Real Estate Reality Hour" is Melissa Jarecke of NP Dodge. Melissa is one of only four agents in the greater Omaha area to have the GRI, CRS and CRB designations. Tune in Saturday morning at 9am CST to hear more about Melissa's services and her take on the … (0 comments)
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omaha stager: Staging Here For The Long Haul? - 06/10/08 11:43 PM
One of my agent partners told me this week that her coach has forecasted the real estate industry will not experience much of an upturn, or return to a seller's market, until 2011.
Wow! That's much farther off than I had anticipated (or been told to expect). Which led me to … (17 comments)
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omaha stager: "Bounce My Listing" - On Radio Show Saturday at 9am - 06/06/08 10:03 PM
"Bounce My Listing" is a new service in town for sellers. Sellers are encouraged to enter their "listing" information on the website and they will be contacted by three professional real estate agents from the three largest real estate companies in town. Tune in Saturday morning at 9am CST to hear … (4 comments)
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omaha stager: Insurance Audits – Not As Scary As It Sounds - 05/31/08 06:04 PM
Many companies engage in an insurance audit once a year. An insurance audit is basically a review of all current insurance policies and an analysis as to whether or not current policies are adequate coverage.
In addition to the standard auto/home owners/life insurance policies, Home Stagers should also consider:
- Personal … (2 comments)
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omaha stager: Basics About Light Fixtures - 05/27/08 09:21 PM
A Staging appointment with a client today reminded me that not everybody (often times even builders) really know some of the basics regarding light fixtures. Here are a few key points to remember when selecting/hanging lights for new construction or replacing existing ones:
Bathroom Vanities
- Lights should point downward … (19 comments)
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omaha stager: Staging Suggestions Can Be Tax Deductible - Light Fixtures - 05/17/08 12:04 PM
Often times when Staging a house I suggest updating a few or all light fixtures. In addition to painting, de-cluttering and re-arranging existing furnishings, this is one of the least expensive ways to update a home and have a big, positive impact on potential buyers.
What should a homeowner do … (3 comments)
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omaha stager: From The Proverbial Horse's Mouth - Face Time Is The Key - 05/16/08 08:15 PM
I am an active member of the Omaha Area Board of Realtor's Affiliate Council and have been for several years (proud to be OABR's Affiliate of the Year for 2007). I recognized when beginning my Staging business that partnering with successful agents would be the key to continued success. I have … (7 comments)
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omaha stager: Inspect Before and Inspect After - 05/16/08 07:59 PM
This past Monday I had a corporate rental installation. Everything went smoothly and since I had a luncheon appointment, my assistant handled most of the furniture directing, unpacking, etc.
Because this order included a washer and dryer, I made sure to locate the laundry room for my assistant and I noticed … (3 comments)
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omaha stager: From Awkward to Gorgeous! - 05/16/08 07:23 PM
This charming home in the heart of Omaha's coveted District 66 was awkward and confusing to potential buyers without furniture. The living room was directly to the right of the large tiled entry and the family room had competing focal points and many traffic patterns that made it difficult for buyers … (14 comments)
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omaha stager: THIS is a kitchen that will sell this House! - 05/15/08 05:25 PM
We all know kitchens and bathrooms often sell a home - and this kitchen will do it for this house! We just finished a remodel for resale job on this house, kitchens and baths included. Take a look at what a difference we made in the kitchen.
Project Details:
- Removed … (12 comments)
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omaha stager: Don't Forget The "Jewelry" Of The House - The Exterior Lights! - 05/15/08 04:51 PM
Most everyone understands the importance of curb appeal when selling a house. After going over the basics (lawn, landscaping, etc), don't forget the jewelry of the exterior, the light fixtures! They are inexpensive to purchase and very easy to install, yet they can make such a positive impact on a home's … (3 comments)
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omaha stager: What Were You Doing Three Months Ago? - 05/11/08 10:07 AM
Before beginning my Home Staging/Redesign business, I was a successful sales person in the office equipment industry. A sales manager that I highly regarded who had decades of experience in the industry taught me one very important lesson during a slight sales slump.
I was bemoaning that fact that I had just completed … (9 comments)
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omaha stager: What Were You Doing Three Months Ago? - 05/11/08 10:05 AM
Before beginning my Home Staging/Redesign business, I was a successful sales person in the office equipment industry. A sales manager that I highly regarded who had decades of experience in the industry taught me one very important lesson during a slight sales slump.
I was bemoaning that fact that I had just completed … (4 comments)
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omaha stager: Proud To Be Omaha's Naked Home Stager - 04/12/08 11:32 AM
That's a title that will get some attention! I just read a great post from one my fellow AR members and finally learned the definition of a "naked" home stager. Before everyone gets too excited, let me explain.
There are literally HUNDREDS of staging courses/training sessions/materials that a person can purchase if … (8 comments)
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