morris county staging: Do Stagers Take Their Work Home? This Morris County Stager Does!
- 11/07/11 04:10 AM
Do Stagers Take Their Work Home? This Morris County Stager Does! One of the benefits of being aMorris County Home Stager/redesigner is having a large inventory of accessories: art, decorative pillows, throws, mirrors, candle sticks, floral arrangements and lighting at our disposal. One of the best storage places for some of these items is our own home. My family never knows what our home will look like on any given day because I “Redesign” it every couple of months using my staging inventory. While I love Staging and Redesigning contemporary homes, my own personal style is more traditional. My … (58 comments)
morris county staging: He’s Never Going to Leave by a NJ Stager/Redesigner
- 10/23/11 10:58 PM
He’s Never Going to Leave by a NJ Stager/Redesigner I got a call from a client I had worked with in the past and she asked me if I could turn part of their unfinished basement into a bedroom to accommodate their 18 year-old son, Mark. This Morris County stager was up for the job! First, we designed the room’s layout for the best furniture placement, storage and cohesiveness along with a bathroom, giving it function and style. Mark likes The Godfather series so that became the inspiration for his new bedroom. Sometimes redesign jobs all start with a picture … (57 comments)
The following are tips and editing tricks on getting great MLS photos. What your eyes see and what shows up in a photo aren’t always the same – trust me! Indoor photos:
1. Yellow lampshades create an orange glow that isn’t attractive. Always take photos with and without the lights on. White lampshades usually work, but dark lampshades usually cast an unattractive and distracting color. This is the BEFORE PHOTO of a home I staged…
2. Always direct your photos at a focal point in the … (112 comments)
As a Morris County Stager, I always recommend calling a professional stager before putting your home on the market. When we think of "staging", we think indoors. When your home is on the market you must utilize all your spaces and that includes the coveted outdoors spaces. Think about it - the first thing buyers see on MLS is the outside of your home and then again when they arrive in person so make it welcoming! With a few simple fixes and updates, you can … (34 comments)
morris county staging: Morris County Stager: Don't Neglect a Finished Basement When Selling Your Home
- 03/15/11 12:18 AM
Morris County Stager: Don't Neglect a Finished Basement When Selling Your Home Potential Buyers are looking at every space in your home - don't neglect a finished basement. Clean, declutter and remove anything that blocks the buyer's eye from appreciating the size of the room and its function like extranous furniture. Update and neutralize the color pallet, add new accessories so the space appeals to a wide range of potential buyers. You want potential buyers to visualize themselves living in your home and see how the room fits with their lifestyle. This is an example of how this Morris County Stager From Elite Staging and Redesign transformed this basement … (55 comments)
morris county staging: We’ve All Heard Price is King, Well So Are MLS Pictures!
- 03/05/11 01:00 AM
We've All Heard Price is King, Well So Are MLS Pictures! This post was inspired by the always funny, articulate and handsome Richard Strahm's blog post: Real Estate Photos Shouldn't be a "Where's Waldo" Puzzle! MLS photos are designed to grab your attention and attract buyers before they ever step out with their Realtor. If your MLS photos aren't at their optimum best, you are at a big disadvantage, regardless if the home is priced right and in a desirable location. 80% of buyers are shopping online first and compiling lists of homes they want to view with their agent. Like … (72 comments)
morris county staging: Home Staging vs. Interior Decorating By A Morris County Stager
- 02/24/11 01:13 PM
Home Staging vs. Interior Decorating By A Morris County Stager This Morris County Stager knows the difference between home staging and interior design so I thought I'd clear up some misconceptions and explain the difference between the two and their very different goals and objectives.
An interior decorator designs for their client's specific taste: everything from ultra modern to very traditional and everything in between. Staging is preparing the home for the market by updating and neutralizing the décor and paint color to appeal to the masses and should not be taste or gender specific. The only exception … (22 comments)
morris county staging: Morris County Stager Asks: Is Defining a Room Important When Selling?
- 02/21/11 05:03 PM
Morris County Stager Asks: Is Defining a Room Important When Selling? As a Morris County professtional stager of Elite Staging and Redesign, the answer is always a resounding YES! For this particular staging job, my client lived alone and had a separate area for guests which included a bath, sitting area with a separate entrance that he'd been using as a catchall junk room since it wasn't being used. In preparation for the market, this Morris County Stager searched the client's home looking for and finding treasures from other rooms with too much furniture and transformed this space into a relaxing bedroom suite. Among the items … (43 comments)
And, Hiring Morris County's Elite Staging doesn't have to break the bank! There's a misconception out there that staging is a big expense, a waste of time and money...blah, blah, blah - I've heard them all. Like it or not, looks do matter, (please! This is America after all, the culture of all things Hollywood!) Looks especially, apply to how potential buyers will view and perceive your home. These are some examples from Morris County, NJ's Elite Staging that made a big impact on how this home was received by potential … (33 comments)
morris county staging: Flower Photos: Inspired by Roy Kelley’s Love of Nature
- 02/12/11 02:35 AM
Flower photos: Inspired by Roy Kelley's Love of Nature Roy Kelly has become a good friend of mine on AR and every morning I check in to get my daily dose of happiness not only by viewing his beautiful photos, but his positive attitude towards life. We can all learn something from Roy and his philosophy: Life is Good! I need this reminder every day so thank you Roy! Living a happy life all starts with the attitude we bring to it! When I grow up, I want to be just like Roy - the glass is always half full! Check … (16 comments)
morris county staging: Sunsets From Around The World
- 02/10/11 03:00 PM
Sunsets From Around The World Long before ever becoming a home stager, I've always had a passion for photography. Whenever I travel, I always try to capture a beautiful sunset so I can always return to these beautiful places. Here are are some of my favorites. Hope these photos brighten your day! Please share your own favorite photos in the comments! Above the clouds: Kilimanjaro at 19,360 feet
Sedona, AZ
St. John
Anguilla
St. Lucia
Tanzania, Africa
Virgin Gorda, BVI
Don't leave home without your camera because you never know... Kristine … (41 comments)
When potential buyers view your home on MLS or in person, what message are you sending - welcome home or move on to the next listing? Enhancing curb appeal doesn't have to involve major work or break the bank. Inexpensive fixes that persuade buyers to want to see more: 1. A home's front door should be the focal point that draws buyers in. Paint it in a brighter shade that contrasts, yet compliments your home's façade. This is a cost effective way to make a big … (21 comments)
morris county staging: Morris County Stagers and Realtors: You are the Company You Keep
- 02/05/11 04:45 PM
Morris County Stagers and Realtors: You are the Company You Keep Whether you are a professional stager or realtor, you are considered the expert and must have a reliable referral list for your clients when their home needs repair work and/or projects prior to putting it on the market. Your list should include: painters, contractors, carpet cleaning services, handyman, flooring specialists, plumbers, landscapers and cleaning companies. Do your homework: A great source to conduct a background check on any of the aforementioned vendors is Angie's List : They don't accept anonymous reviews and use a certified data collection process to screen vendors. They … (52 comments)
morris county staging: Anyone feeling SAD in the North East?
- 02/03/11 12:18 PM
Anyone feeling SAD in the North East? So many of us have been digging out from mounds of snow, shoveling until our backs go out (myself included), slipping on ice, or suffering from SAD, (seasonal affective disorder, a real condition) categorized by symptoms of sadness or depression brought on by extended cold, cloudy days, I hope some of my warm, sunny, "happy" pictures lift your weary spirits! Disclaimer: I'm not an expert on Seasonal Affective Disorder, but If your kids are getting on your nerves, husband or wife is driving you crazy, and you want to hunt down the guy who … (38 comments)
morris county staging: The Do's and Don’ts When Preparing to Sell from a Morris County Stager
- 02/01/11 01:42 PM
The Do's and Don'ts When Preparing to Sell From a Morris County Stager First the Don'ts: 1. Think you'll have more negotiating room if you list your home above fair market value - big mistake! There's a good it chance it will sit on the market and become stale. A good realtor will tell you this and you need to listen! 2. Put scented candles in every room or use air fresheners. Buyers aren't stupid and it's the equivalent to skipping a shower and putting on perfume or aftershave - you're not fooling anyone! Clean, clean, clean - it's … (144 comments)
Hearing: The sense by which sound is perceived; the capacity to hear. Listening: To make an effort to hear something -To pay attention; heed. Now lets apply "listening" to Home staging: The act of preparing a private residence for sale in the real estate marketplace. The goal of staging is to make a home appealing to the highest number of potential buyers, thereby selling a property more swiftly and for more money. Staging techniques focus on improving a property's appeal by transforming it into a welcoming, attractive product that anyone might want. Things to … (18 comments)
morris county staging: Good News for Agents and Home Sellers!
- 09/02/10 11:19 AM
Good News for Realtors And Home Sellers Did you know that your first home price reduction will cost you thousands more than having your home professionally staged? When not properly staged, only 10% of home buyers can recognize your home's full potential, thus the other 90% move on. Moreover, each week a property sits on the market, buyers tend to make lower offers. Can you afford not to stage? The biggest considerations when buying a home according to the Wall Street Journal is price, location and condition. You don't want to reduce your price, you can't change locations, therefore … (16 comments)
Do Stagers Take Their Work Home? This Morris County Stager Does! 
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