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Staging Makes A Difference - 12/30/11 11:50 AM
Staging Makes a Difference We've had the pleasure to be apart of two amazing organizations this year to help make a difference in other people's lives. The first we participated in creating the WCR Fundraiser: "Bras for Cause" in September. The LIBOR Chapter raised money for the 1in 9 Long Island Breast Cancer Action Coalition, who has been committed to fight the cancer epidemic through education, outreach, environmental advocacy and research. The evening was filled with warmth, raffles, a silent auction and the main event: Boys in Bras. Women from across our area created bras for "the boys" to wear for … (2 comments)
The Proof is in the Math...What Are Your Numbers? - 12/30/11 11:50 AM
The Proof Is In The Math DID YOU KNOW... 92% of home buyers start their search online before they contact a Realtor. (2010 National Association of Realtors Survey of Home Buyers & Sellers) 63% of buyers will pay more for move in ready homes. (Maritz Survey Staging Polls) Only 10% of home buyers can visualize the potential of a home. (Provided by Home Staging Resource) 98% of Realtors know what home staging is, but only 20% have hired a stager (Certified Staging Professional June 2006 Survey Based … (5 comments)
Helpful Links to Teach Clients About Staging - 12/30/11 11:48 AM
Educate Your Clients on Home Staging Stylish Stagers, Inc. continues to strive to educate the real estate industry and their clients. This year we've worked with NYSAR on a home staging webinar, as well as, began hosting live video webinars with the NYC Learning Annex. We recently offered a course on DIY Staging and Redesign. To see this and past webinars, please click on the photo. Staging and Redesign Principles for Do-It-YourselfersPreparing your home for sale? Or looking for solutions to your design dilemmas? This class will teach you the basic principals needed for "good design." Learn how to read the integrity … (1 comments)
Sold After Staged - 12/30/11 11:44 AM
Just Sold! Another home is off the market thanks to Stylish Stagers, Inc. We received news that the vacant home we staged on 201 East 83rd St. in NYC at the end of September is under contract! This home was a challenge, but we helped it sell in just 85 days, prior to staging the home sat on the market for over 6 months and went through the hands of 2 Realtors. Take a look at the transformation just click on the photo: This property proves that home staging doesn’t have to be expensive. For just a couple thousand dollars we were … (7 comments)
Make Selling In Winter a Realty with Home Staging - 12/30/11 11:40 AM
THE LAWN IS BROWN, TREES BARE, DIRTY SNOW BLANKETS THE WALKWAY, THE HOUSE COLDER WITH LIMITED SUNLIGHT. THE DARK DAYS OF WINTER ARE UPON US, THE HARSH WEATHER CONDITIONS CAN MAKE SELLING A HOME MORE STRESSFUL, BUT SELLERS DON’T NEED TO HIBERNATE UNTIL THE SPRING. While it can be difficult to make something look more appealing this time of year, it’s not impossible and the effort could just provide a seat at the closing table. During the winter months there may be fewer showings, but they’re more powerful. Those taking the time to see the property in winter are usually motivated … (2 comments)
80's Kitchen Nightmares - 12/30/11 11:29 AM
80's Kitchen Nightmares... The 1980s may be making a comeback in apparel, but forget about it ever coming back into your house. What were design guru's thinking Nagel prints, neon lights, nightclub paint colors and melamine oak striped cabinets? While some things are easier to replace than others, 1980's kitchens continue to haunt the housing market, especially now since buyers are looking for move-in ready homes.Buyers immediately start seeing dollar signs when they see melamine oak striped cabinets in the heart of the home. That type of dated decor can become a deal breaker for buyers, so it's important for sellers to … (12 comments)
Spend Less DOM by Adding a Home Stager to the Real Estate Team - 12/12/11 02:02 PM
To take a home from listing to closing involves a lot of details that can end up challenging the home's value and how long the home will be on the market, if Realtors are not prepared for the unexpected. This process requires a team of qualified real estate related professionals that can help create win-win situations for Realtors and their clients.
Many Realtors have home inspectors, appraisers, mortgage lenders, contractors and painters on their list of vendor referrals to help land that well-earned check in their hands. Your package should include as many vendors as possible because it will broaden … (0 comments)
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Staging Makes a Difference We've had the pleasure to be apart of two amazing organizations this year to help make a difference in other people's lives. The first we participated in creating the WCR Fundraiser: "Bras for Cause" in September. The LIBOR Chapter raised money for the 1in 9 Long Island Breast Cancer Action Coalition, who has been committed to fight the cancer epidemic through education, outreach, environmental advocacy and research. The evening was filled with warmth, raffles, a silent auction and the main event: Boys in Bras. Women from across our area created bras for "the boys" to wear for … (2 comments)
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