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A Winning Combination: A Stager & A Professional Photographer

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Home Stager with http://atlantahomestaging.net

Given the importance of the listing photos on MLS and the impact staging a home can have, I can't think of a better combination.

Two weeks ago, while on my way to see a prospect, I had received a call from a professional photographer who had found my web site on the internet.   Her timing couldn't have been more perfect.  For at least a couple of months, I had been meaning to make the time to search for a photographer within the Atlanta area.

While I pride myself on my "after" pictures there is absolutely no comparison.  My hat goes off to the professionals in this trade. 

Here's a "before" picture (and oddly enough, this is the home I was on my way to see when the photographer called me):

Keeping room:

Atlanta Home Staging Before Picture

After Staging and Professionally Photographed:

Home Staging Atlanta After Picture 

Georgia Interior Solutions is a full service home staging company in Atlanta, serving Cobb County, Marietta, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Dallas, Kennesaw, Powder Springs and surrounding areas.  View our web site at HomeStagingAtlanta.com for more examples of our work. 

 

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Home Staging Atlanta - Kathy Nielsen - 678 522 8392

 TOP 10 Professional Stager of the Year in the

United States 2013  - RESA


This Atlanta home stager understands what it takes to separate your home or listing from the others on the market. Armed with a massive inventory, we can add the furniture and accessories befitting the style of the home as well as the demographics of the buyer. We also provide our after pictures at no additional charge. 

 

Atlanta Georgia Home Stager Kathy Nielsen

 

Our Atlanta home staging services have helped hundreds of sellers secure a contract quickly. Visit our website at http://atlantahomestaging.net to see first-hand the solutions for selling your home, listing or flipped property. Contact us today to schedule your appointment by emailing Kathy at Kathy@HomeStagingAtlanta.com or by calling 678 522 8392. We've got the furniture and accessories your home needs!

 

 

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Comments (25)

Kathy Nielsen
http://atlantahomestaging.net - Marietta, GA
Atlanta Georgia Home Stager

Steven - I agree.

Cyndee - You're right.  It makes a big difference.

Armando - Thanks for posting.

Carolyn - It's such a winning combination!

Jul 07, 2007 12:33 AM
Kathy Nielsen
http://atlantahomestaging.net - Marietta, GA
Atlanta Georgia Home Stager

Dave - You're 100% correct.  Given the amount of homes on the market, it's especially important to ensure it shows well!  Staging can and does make an incredible difference. 

As for photography - I'd love to invest in the equipment, take classes, etc...  I just need to make the time!

Kathy

Jul 07, 2007 12:38 AM
Maureen Maureen
Orangeburg, NY
Kathy - The home looks beautiful.  I think your pictures are always fantastic!!! 
Jul 07, 2007 04:15 AM
Abby Roselli
ALR Home Staging and Showcasing, LLC - Staten Island, NY
Staten Island Home Stager

Hey Kathy,  While you have an excellent eye and always take excellent photos , the professional shots are superb.  Well worth the investment! 

I've considered researching classes.  While I have the time, I don't have the funds to support it...one of these days! ;)  (I could start by really learning how to use that beast of a camera, though!)

Have a great weekend!

Abby

Jul 07, 2007 04:33 AM
Kathy Nielsen
http://atlantahomestaging.net - Marietta, GA
Atlanta Georgia Home Stager

Maureen and Abby - Thank you!

Jul 07, 2007 05:57 AM
Michelle Minch
Moving Mountains Design Home Staging, Pasadena, CA - Los Angeles, CA
Home Staging Los Angeles and Orange County, CA
Kathy: Another great blog and great demonstration that you are a very talented stager and saavy businesswoman. How much did the photog cost?
Jul 07, 2007 01:31 PM
Kathy Nielsen
http://atlantahomestaging.net - Marietta, GA
Atlanta Georgia Home Stager

Thanks, Michelle.

The cost was $80.00 and includes 20-60 pictures, a web site for the realtor and a virtual tour.  It also includes a "printable" flyer for the agent to use in their marketing collateral.

I'm so thrilled with the results.  Also - I have 5 coupons for a complete package for agents who use my service.  FYI - I'm teaming with this photographer to promote both of our services.   It just makes for a winning combination!

Kathy

Jul 08, 2007 02:30 AM
Patricia Ebrahimi
SHOW SMART! HOME STAGING & Color Consultant - Rockville, MD
Home Staging the Washington DC Area from Rockville MD
Kathy, excellent job both on the staging AND on teaming with obviously a superb photographer. That after shot looks magazine worthy, and I think you got a terrific bargain on the price of his? her? services.  You will both prosper from the teamwork, I'm sure.  Thanks for sharing.
Jul 09, 2007 01:28 PM
Betty Haney
Haney Consulting - Calgary, AB
Kathy, you have inspired me to start the search for a photographer to help us in our staging business.  The difference in the pictures is remarkable - although the first one is also pretty good.  Thanks for the inspiration.  Betty
Jul 09, 2007 01:32 PM
Anonymous
Christine Trebendis

Kathy,

Beautiful!!! What a difference a photographer can make. The picture says it all.

Thanks for sharing.

Jul 09, 2007 05:03 PM
#15
Karen Otto
Home Star Staging - Plano, TX
Plano Home Staging, Dallas Home Staging, www.homes
Kathy before I scrolled down to the next photo I thought that picture looked great - but then wow, what a difference lighting, angle etc. really was the difference between night and day.  Stagers also make the job of professional photogs easier too! another winning team - thanks for sharing this post and the great shots.
Jul 09, 2007 05:09 PM
Kathy Nielsen
http://atlantahomestaging.net - Marietta, GA
Atlanta Georgia Home Stager

Patricia - I couldn't be more pleased with this photographer.  She is superb!  And when she makes a commitment, she sticks with it. 

Betty - I'm glad to hear it has inspired you. Thank you!

Christine - Thank you!

Karen - I too love the lighting, the angle, well.... everything really.  And every shot was like this.  I'm so glad she found me!  I feel very fortunate.  Thanks

Kathy

Jul 09, 2007 09:54 PM
Susan Smith
Rooms That Work LLC - Sandy Hook, CT
All that for 80 bucks!!!???  On a go-forward basis, how are you going to price it out?  As a pass-through expense to the seller, or embedded in the staging fee?  I think you're really onto something here!
Jul 09, 2007 11:27 PM
Kathy Nielsen
http://atlantahomestaging.net - Marietta, GA
Atlanta Georgia Home Stager

Susan - I've yet to finalized exactly what I'll do moving forward.  I do know this, I will certainly be using this service on more of the homes I've staged.  Thanks!  Oh, I forgot to add that it includes 4 panoramic views.

As mentioned, I have 5 FREE coupons for Realtors interested in using this service.  

Kathy

Jul 09, 2007 11:55 PM
Susan Smith
Rooms That Work LLC - Sandy Hook, CT

Interesting analogy...a RES uses a stager to get quality and be efficient with their time.  A stager uses a professional photographer to get quality and be efficient with their time.  Hmmmm...you're smart!

Jul 10, 2007 01:37 AM
Julia Fedak
Royal LePage State Realty - Ancaster, ON

Looks terrific, Kathy! It's amazing the difference between our photos and a professional photographer's photos.

Julia

Jul 10, 2007 02:21 AM
Kathy Nielsen
http://atlantahomestaging.net - Marietta, GA
Atlanta Georgia Home Stager

Julia - The photographer that I used was excellent!  Thanks for commenting!

Kathy

Jul 10, 2007 02:40 AM
Anonymous
Bliss
The color looks so different - you painted, I"m guessing.
Jul 13, 2007 12:17 AM
#23
Anthea Click
Fresh Perspectives - www.InsideNashvilleHomes.com - Franklin, TN
Nashville Home Stager - Selling Nashville, TN homes quickly!

Kathy,

I use a professional photographer too and it is amazing the difference it makes.

Jul 13, 2007 01:59 AM
Kathy Nielsen
http://atlantahomestaging.net - Marietta, GA
Atlanta Georgia Home Stager

Bliss - Nope. It's so different looking given the lighting from the camera (me guessing).

Anthea - It does make a huge difference.  Thanks!

Kathy

Jul 13, 2007 05:51 AM