selling edge home staging: Jan Whitlow Lifetime LASPM Re-appointed to the International Board of IAHSP - 01/05/11 12:00 AM
For Immediate Release
 
Contact:  Jan Whitlow, Lifetime ASPM®, IAHSP® – Selling Edge Home Staging
Phone:  727-639-0458
Date:  Date January 5, 2011
 
Jan Whitlow Appointed to International Director of Meetings of the International Association of Home Staging Professionals® (IAHSP®)
 
Jan Whitlow, Lifetime ASPM®, IAHSP® has been appointed to the International Director of Meetings of the International Association of Home Staging Professionals® (IAHSP®) for 2011.  In this position, Jan Whitlow will serve international members of IAHSP®, working directly with the IAHSP® International Board of Directors and IAHSP® Chairwoman and Founder, Barb Schwarz, ASPM®, IAHSP®, The Creator of Home Staging® and CEO … (1 comments)

selling edge home staging: REALTORS --- Which houses need Professional Staging®? - 11/29/10 10:28 PM
This is a legitimate question on my part, how do you decide during the course of preparing a house for sale, that a Home Staging® Professional should be brought in?  Please comment ... Home Staging® Professionals want to know!
Time & time again I hear, "Staging is for the luxury market."  “Staging is too expensive.” ETC.  Why?  I say (and see it happen every day in real estate), that Staging is for any home, in any market and in any price range.
PRICE - at any price point the right Professional Staging will peek buyer interest by showcasing the property, demonstrate lifestyle, … (8 comments)

selling edge home staging: 2009 Home Staging Stats Updated - 01/15/10 01:46 PM
 
Stagedhomes.com Releases Survey Results: Staged® Homes Sell Almost Six Times Faster Than Non-Staged® Homes Statistics gathered by Stagedhomes.com shows that 95.6% of homes Staged® by an Accredited Staging Professional, ASP®, sell within 37 days compared to an average of 212 days for non-Staged® homes. ASP® Staged® homes are on the market 83% less time than a non-Staged® home.
“Home Staging is a statistically proven method that typically sells homes faster and for more money,” said Barb Schwarz, CEO of Stagedhomes.com. “The results are further proof that the investment of Staging® a home is less than the first price reduction,” she added.
Schwarz developed the concept of … (0 comments)

selling edge home staging: Happy New Year - Let's Thrive in 2010!! - 01/09/10 12:48 AM
After many challenges last year in my personal & family life I am "over the top" ready for 2010!!  I am expecting great things ...
They are already coming!!  In today's St Pete TImes I have the privilidge of being featured in a story on Home Staging.  I was found because of my ranking on Google AND my Blog.  I worked hard in 2009 to do both!  It is a blessing to be found and recognized!
Many thanks to B Buckberry Joyce St Pete TImes staff writer for writing the story.  YOu may read the abbreviated version @
http://www.tampabay.com/features/homeandgarden/stage-your-home-to-look-its-best-to-buyers/1064051
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selling edge home staging: Staging Scripts - What are yours? - 08/06/09 12:10 AM
I am realizing more & more many Realtors are apprehensive when it comes to approaching their Sellers about Professional Home Staging.  Its tough and takes finesse. Myself, I have worked hard and with have practice become better at it.  When I get an opportunity to speak to Realtors® my focus these days is to open their eyes & educate them on Staging Scripts.  First, here are some wonderful sayings to add to your communication skills.  In time they will become natural to you. Every single one works!
Phrases to remember - from Barb Schwarz, The Creator of Home Staging®
You can’t … (2 comments)