home staging: What to Do BEFORE your Stager comes to Your House- 8 Helpful Tips! - 01/21/11 10:04 AM
If you're planning on selling your house you may have decided to invest in the services of a Professional Home Stager.  To make the most of your time AND to get the most out of the consultation there are things you can do BEFORE the Stager comes to your house.
8 Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Home Staging Consultation
#1    Start thinking of your HOME as a HOUSE.  You're ready to move to your new HOME, so you need to think of your HOUSE as something that needs to be marketed.   Your Stager will make recommendations that are intended … (31 comments)

home staging: Think You're Too Old to Stage Your Home... Meet Sandy. - 01/16/11 09:18 AM
If you think you're too old to stage your own home, please meet my client Sandy!
Talk to any Stager and when Staging an occupied home one of the frustrations is getting the Seller to recognize and do something about all of their STUFF.
"Where do I put it?"  "I don't know where to start."    "I can't do it myself."

Well meet Sandy... 75 years young and ready to sell her house and move closer to her children.

Sandy gets it!  It hasn't been easy for her because she knows her mind and she knows what she wants.  But during … (21 comments)

home staging: Home Staging Tips in Palm Beach County- How to Overcome a Small Yard! - 01/04/11 01:33 PM
Whether in Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Boynton Beach or West Palm, many of our 55+ communities have small or no yards.  Most recently I was asked by a Realtor to help her Seller overcome one major objection she'd been receiving in Buyer feedback... the yard was too small.
Just like location or a one car garage, there's nothing you can do to change that fact. But you can do some things to help overcome the objection of a small yard.
If you are staging your home for sale, here are some tips that will help you overcome a small yard.
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home staging: Selling Your Home? A New Year's Resolution List for YOU! - 12/28/10 08:13 AM

If you plan on selling your house in 2011 here's a New Year's Resolution List to follow.  I know that most people end up making a list and then forgetting about it, or not even making a list at all but if you plan on selling your house in the coming year,  there are steps you can take to make sure you compete in the marketplace.
 
1. Make up your mind that you really want to sell your house and that you will do what it takes to sell it.  Putting your house on the market is never … (19 comments)

home staging: A Holiday Poem- Twas the Night Before Selling... - 12/19/10 12:49 PM



A Holiday Poem-Twas the Night Before Selling
Twas the Night before Selling When all through the house, Not a Creature was stirring, Not even a mouse. All the Tschotskes were scattered everywhere with no care In hopes that the Buyers soon would be there.
The Children were resting all snug with their iPods While visions of moving danced in their heads. But the Sellers, you see, were losing their cool, For they feared they'd forgotten all Good Staging Rules.
When out in the driveway their arose such a clatter, They looked out their dirty window … (18 comments)

home staging: Ladies (and gentlemen)... Size Does Matter! (especially when selling your house!) - 05/24/10 03:57 PM
If you are planning on selling your house, now or in the future, then I'm sure you're familiar with the "D" word. DECLUTTER!
You've packed your personal photos, edited your bookshelves and closets, removed all of the cute magnets from your refrigerator, and finally recycled, donated, boxed up or thrown away hundreds of cookbooks and magazines. 
 
However, Staging your home for sale involves more than decluttering, cleaning, painting and "moving furniture around."

Size does matter! 

* Buyers do still look at the square footage.  Your buyer will want to see what they're getting for their hard earned money.  Clutter, too much furniture, paint, and … (26 comments)

home staging: A lot easier than pushing around that sofa! Check out this tool! - 05/03/10 09:25 AM
 

We've all talked about virtual staging lately (witness Debra Gould's recent post)  and its place in Home Staging.  Everyone has an opinion. However, no mater where you stand on it, we can all use an easy-to-use Room Planner to help us and our clients SEE what we're talking about. 
Courtesy of Kim Komando (America's Digital Goddess. . hey that's what's on her blog) I ran upon Autodesk Homestyler.  It's free and easy to use.  All you have to do is register so that you can save your work.  You can share your designs via email, Twitter, Facebook and other … (45 comments)

home staging: Home Staging in Boynton Beach Florida! - 02/24/10 08:43 AM
Home Staging in Boynton Beach, Florida.  Take a look at what these Boynton Beach DIY Sellers were able to do after our Home Staging Consultation! If you're thinking about listing your home, you are probably painfully aware that in today's market your house must be able to meet the competition head on.  That means decluttering (or editing), repairing, cleaning and showcasing your home's assets.  
This is where you'll want to enlist the services of a Professional Home Stagerwho can provide a consultation designed specifically for your home. You'll receive detailed notes on how YOU, the DIY Seller can make your … (9 comments)

home staging: Staging DOES work and these REALTORS proved it! - 10/27/09 03:01 AM
I came across a recent article in Styled Staged and Sold by Realtor Magazine where each Realtor was given $250 and 2 hours to transform a Bedroom, Home Office or Living Room.  Upon completion two Stagers, Kala Callahan of  Addressed to Selland Lori Matzke of Center Stage Homes offered their critiques of why each Staging  worked.  Take a look and see for yourself.  

Think about it. . . for very little money and some sweat equity, Staging can transform a room and show its liveability.
Realtors, please don't hesitate to consider Staging the next time you list a house.  It … (11 comments)

home staging: Preparing your Home for Sale in Palm Beach County-What to do BEFORE you List your House. (Part 6) - 08/23/09 07:05 AM
 
HELPFUL HINTS FOR STAGING YOUR OCCUPIED HOME Planning on selling your home in Palm Beach County?  If you've been following this Series (Preparing your Home for Sale in Palm Beach County- What to do BEFORE you list your house.), you're already ahead of the game.  Remember, the key is to make your house "market ready" BEFORE you list it and have the first Open House.  This does not mean that you should not contact a Realtor at this Stage.  In fact, you'll want to utilize their experience and advice as well as that of a Home Stager while preparing your … (8 comments)

home staging: Preparing Your Home For Sale in Palm Beach County-What to do BEFORE you List your house - 08/13/09 08:48 AM
                                 #1 Start thinking of your home as a Product to be marketed. As a Home Stager in Palm Beach County I've noticed that more and more my clients are coming to me directly from the Internet and before they've listed their home.   These are savvy homeowners who know that in today's market to get their home sold it will take more than just a fresh coat of paint and a good cleaning (although that's a good start).  It is important that your house/product is ready to sell before the first Brokers Open House where your Realtor will introduce your new … (9 comments)

home staging: Nature & Marketing Contest - 08/09/09 06:13 AM

You may not be planning to sell your home just yet, but would like to bring the WOW factor back into it.  Room Service! Home Staging provides a service that is tailor made for your needs.  Using your existing furniture and accessories, or adding to what you already have, we offer a BUDGET FRIENDLY way to fall back in love with your home. 
RePurpose    ReArrange    ReFine
Room Service! Home Staging
561-914-6224
                   www.MrsHomeStaging.com                                                 Kathy@MrsHomeStaging.com
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home staging: Nature & Marketing Contest - 08/03/09 09:30 AM

We all need help when it comes to Staging our home.  A fresh and different perspective can help you prepare your home when you're ready to place it on the market.  Whether it's what color to paint your walls; what needs to be stored or packed; or where to place your furniture and accessories you'll want an objective and experienced opinion.
When Mother Nature isn't available, call us:
Room Service! Home Staging
561-914-6224              Kathy@MrsHomeStaging.com          www.MrsHomeStaging.com
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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home staging: Nature & Marketing Contest - 07/31/09 06:44 AM

 Your home may be beautiful on the inside but some buyers won't even stop  if they don't like what they see when they drive up.  Neatly trimmed trees and bushes, fresh plants, colorful flowers, and an inviting entry will help drive Buyers through the door.  Don't miss out on a sale by forgetting about curb appeal. 
Please contact Room Service!Home Staging   at 561-914-6224.
www.MrsHomeStaging.com
Kathy@MrsHomeStaging.com

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home staging: Home-made brownies and a Spa Gift Card. . . PART II - 07/23/09 03:29 AM
I had to share the follow up to my Tuesday post.   In it I told of individually wrapping home-made brownies in a clear cellophane bag, with my business card attached.  These were passed out at a Realtors Association of the Palm Beaches function.

Well, this could be the brownie/marketing tool that keeps on giving.  I had several left over and wishing to "disperse and share" the goodies AND calories I gave several to a neighbor.  And, of course, he being of the same good will (and having overindulged on his recent vacation), took several with him to the bank and passed them … (2 comments)

home staging: I think I just talked myself out of a Staging job?!? - 07/22/09 01:27 PM
The Staging Fairy struck again (please see Monday's post)!  If you read the post, I told you of the best client a Home Stager could ask for.  Well, I wanted him cloned, as did others who commented on the post. and, my wishes have come true!!  Thank you Norman Vincent Peale and the Power of Positive Thinking. 
And yet, for a moment today, it occured to me I might have just talked my way out of a Vacant Home Staging Project.                      
                                      
I know, many of you with Sales training are saying "She probably didn't know when to stop talking." But in this … (15 comments)

home staging: "Yes I'm familiar with Staging" and "No, I haven't used one" Huh? - 07/21/09 01:43 PM
I just posted today about a Realtors Assn of the Palm Beaches event where I was able to exhibit and share my information about Home Staging before the attending Realtors.  It was really fun meeting everyone; seeing some familiar faces ; and  feeling the energy in the room. 
Often my opening line (after "How are you? Would you like a brownie? and Please drop your card in for a chance to win a gift card.") is "Are you familiar with Staging?" 
Yet
Here's how the conversation usually goes:
Realtor:  "Why yes, I'm familiar with Staging."
Me: "Great!  Are you using the services of … (20 comments)

home staging: Home-made brownies and a Spa Gift Card. . . Works every time! - 07/21/09 01:16 PM
Today I took part in a Lunch-On-the-House Event sponsored by the Realtors Associationof the Palm Beaches in Boca Raton Florida.  As a Home Stager and an affiliate of the Board of Realtors, I had a small exhibit where I could distribute my information and promote not only my own business but the whole Staging field.  I wanted to share what I used to "attract" the participants to my table. 
   
                          
 
The Board provided the basics for hot dogs and bunsand the participating vendors could provide anything that would accompany it.  For example, there were bags of chips, potato salad, … (9 comments)

home staging: Nature & Marketing Contest - 07/14/09 03:05 PM
                        
                                  Everyone needs a little help when it comes to Staging their own home.   
                                                                www.MrsHomeStaging.com
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home staging: Will someone "puh-leeze" get me out of the Bathroom? Or, I really need a professional photographer! - 07/13/09 04:10 AM
 
 
When you're Staging a home is it as difficult for you as it is for me to take pictures of bathrooms without seeing your reflection in the mirror?  It's especially hard when the room is small.  I'm so excited to begin my Staging Consultation that I often forget to get rid of "me" in my pictures. 
 
      
Yep, that's yours truly in the mirror!
               
I'm the barely-there object in the doorway as reflected in the mirror.
However, it's even better if you're out of it completely.  And, with the right angle, you can capture not only … (24 comments)

 


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