home staging: Not all Refrigerators are Created Equal
- 10/25/16 12:39 PM
I'm writing this post because there's something you need to know about refrigerators and how they should fit in your kitchen. Whether I'm staging a house to sell or designing a kitchen there's a problem that many of you are not aware of that has caught my attention. Not all refrigerators are created equal. The problem is that there are two kinds of applications for most kitchens, standard (regular) or counter depth. I'm not talking about the custom built-in kind but the kind that most of us have that just slide in and go. I have noticed that most people don't seam … (2 comments)
home staging: Chirp-chirp goes the smoke detector.
- 08/30/16 03:30 AM
Really? Okay, this post is almost a rant but I have to get this off my chest. This is something I have encountered more than not recently. Because I mostly stage vacant homes there are usually some things that have been let go like yard care, home care and lite maintenance items such as replacing old batteries in smoke detectors. I will always mention these items to the listing agent in preparation for staging a home to sell. But do I really have to point out that the very annoying, loud chirp-chirp of a smoke detector(s) going off does not send a … (1 comments)
home staging: Does your room have rhythm?
- 02/22/15 06:59 AM
When it comes to Interior Design does your room have rhythm? I'm not talking about musical rhythm but visual rhythm. I have noticed that one of the components of a nicely designed interior space is the visual rhythm of that room. This was not taught to me in design school but something I have picked up along the way. To be in the business I'm in, one needs to be visually aware, and thankfully I naturally am. Interior Design and visual acuity go hand in hand. But I wanted to let you in on this little tid-bit of information of what makes up good … (0 comments)
home staging: Furniture Follies
- 12/12/14 03:27 AM
A recent post on a top real estate web site caught my eye about hidden reasons buyers hate homes, one is about a homes furnishings. Which is where home staging comes in. I believe all homes should be properly prepared - staged - before being put on the market, not just vacant homes either, which is mostly what I get calls for. Occupied homes have their own pitfalls, distracting furniture, style, placement or scale can kill a deal. Working with a qualified home stager can help avoid these unnecessary issues and make for a smoother, quicker sale. Petty much everyone knows … (1 comments)
home staging: Another Home Staging First
- 07/25/14 09:15 AM
I just finished staging a manufactured home, which is home staging first for me. Offer recieved in two weeks, which proves any home can benefit from staging.
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home staging: Never too small for home staging
- 04/14/14 01:24 AM
My most recent job proves no house is too small for staging. I got a call from a real-estate broker, investor who flips houses on the side. He was just completing a modest house he was flipping and wanted to try staging as the house was vacant. He was concerned, however, that because the house was small, just under 1000 square feet, he didn't want to fill the rooms up with furniture making the rooms look ever smaller. I agreed then lightly staged the home giving purpose to key rooms, and think it came out very well. This little plain-Jane home now has some … (3 comments)
home staging: Antelope Valley Real Estate Market is Hot
- 04/09/13 12:27 PM
In the last six months the real estate market in this part of Los Angeles county, specifically Palmdale and Lancaster, has gone from tepid to hot! For months inventory has been low suddenly creating a sellers market. One agent I work with said it's great to be a listing agent right now, just put your house on the market and stand back, multiple offers are common on low to mid-level priced homes. This uptick seams to be fairly investor driven which makes me wonder how long it's going to last or are we creating our own market bubble? … (2 comments)
home staging: Home Staging Works for Palmdale investor.
- 02/05/13 10:52 AM
This is proof that home staging is a key element to marketing any house in any price range. I recently staged a flip for a real estate investor, he purchased a modest house - not on the best side of town- for around 125K he installed new paint, carpet and quality laminate flooring, made a few other repairs, cleaned up the yard, had the home professionally cleaned, then staged. After he saw how great the house looked with staging he thought he'd push the market a bit and listed it for 169K and got two offers in two days! The home … (2 comments)
home staging: This house had three offers within 24 hours of listing.
- 09/18/12 03:35 AM
This homeowner needed to sell her house quickly so she did everything she needed to do to insure the house was ready to sell. Not only did she call me and have the vacant home staged but she also had it professionally cleaned and painted on the outside. She consulted with her Realtor to price it correctly and within 24 hours of listing she had 3 offers. The house is now in escrow and I'm proud to be a part of another successful sale. Home staging is a big part of preparing homes for sale and provides for great marketing photos. … (1 comments)
home staging: Palmdale Real Estate Market Showing Signs of Life
- 09/02/12 05:59 AM
I have heard from several sources recently that things are picking up here in Palmdale and Lancaster. Inventory is very low and prices are coming up a bit, great news, maybe we have finally hit bottom. I hope the trend conitinues. But whatever the market is it's always important to have your listing staged before listing to ensure a positive reaction and good first impression.
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home staging: New to the Tehachapi Area
- 06/24/10 10:25 AM
Hello real estate professionals, I have recently moved to the Tehachapi area down from Sacramento. I'm excited about offering home staging for the Tehachapi real estate market. I'm just settling in and will soon be available for all of your home staging needs. In the mean time I'm enjoying all of the sunny weather and beautiful wild flowers! I'm not a "newbie" to Tehachapi, both my parents and inlaws live here and I also lived here about 10 years ago when by husband's job brought us to the area. I have horses myself and am familiar to the challenges to marketing … (1 comments)
With everyone becoming more aware of the environment and wanting to be more ‘green’ what better way then to get a living potted Christmas tree this year. In our area trees can be found at our local nursery ranging in size and price from tabletop at $12 to $150 for a giant tree. Popular varieties are the Dwarf Alberta Spruce or Fat Albert a type of blue spruce.
Natural live trees are kind to the environment, they give off a wonderful fresh scent while in your home, are cheaper in the long run then a artificial tree which … (2 comments)
home staging: Holiday Recipe for Success
- 12/16/09 08:50 AM
Literally, take this opportunity during the holiday season to make a little something to pass out to your clients, vendors or friends. There’s nothing more thoughtful then giving out something you’ve made to show your appreciation. Make a double batch and place several pieces in a small box or holiday tin and hand them out, people will love the candy treat and remember the nice gesture. This simple recipe is a recipe for success, for now and the future, this holiday season. Enjoy! HAZELNUT COFFEE CRUNCH Melt 8 oz. good quality dark chocolate in a microwave on high for 1 minute, stirring every 15 seconds; set aside. Spread … (0 comments)
home staging: July 4th Hometown Fun at it's Finest
- 06/29/09 11:00 AM
Don't miss out on a slice of apple pie and good old American hometown fun this weekend with the City of Lincoln's 4th of July Festival. It all starts at 9:00 AM with a "Happy Birthday America" parade. Spend the rest of the morning at McBean Park for live music and little miss Lincoln pageant. The day will end with a spectacular fireworks show at 9:30 PM. Take a picnic dinner and head on over to the park at sunset then wait for the fireworks show after dark.
Lincoln is a great place to live where good old fashion hometown … (0 comments)
home staging: Don't Miss Feats of Clay
- 05/16/09 06:38 AM
We here in the City of Lincoln we have a very unique feature to our topography, clay. Yes, I said clay, Lincoln is know for it's large deposit of some the finest clay soil to be found anywhere. Here in Lincoln we have the historic Gladding McBean terra cotta factory, where they mostly make large sewer pipes but also are known for their world renowned terra cotta architectural pieces. This month the factory is host to one of the most unique events in Placer County the "Feats of Clay" a contemporary ceramic art competitions. I would highly recommend a taking the … (0 comments)
home staging: Welcome Kaci Cook Realtor in Roseville
- 04/21/09 08:04 AM
I would like to welcome Realtor Kaci Cook to Active Rain and wish her the best with Keller Williams, Roseville. Kaci has over 25 years experience in the real estate industry, her beginnings are in the loan and mortgage industry so she is well versed in that area and has been a licensed Realtor for 10 years. If you are looking for a well rounded agent offering knowledgeable, personal assistance in buying or selling a home in the south Placer area, Kaci's your gal.
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home staging: Friendship Can Come From The Most Unexpected Places
- 03/25/09 08:50 AM
My husband and myself would be considered real estate junkies, we love to keep tabs on our local market in the Sacramento area. We would regularly go on Sunday drives through our local foothill area, tour open houses and speculated on any given parcel with a for sale sign out front. On one of these outings we saw a property that peaked our interest and called the agent on the sign out in front. The next day that agent, John Du Priest, met us at the property for a tour. As it ended up the house wasn’t something that would … (0 comments)
home staging: Are You Still in the Staging Business?
- 03/22/09 07:49 AM
Well, yes, why wouldn't I be? I was asked this question the other day by a Realtor who is on my contact list. Yes, staging in the Sacramento area has been hit hard being one the worst housing markets in the nation, but that doesn't mean I've quit the business. A lot of people associated with real estate in our area are hurting or have had to move on to other forms employment. I will have to say my staging business is very slow, but I'm still here ready to work on a moments notice. My goal is to keep my … (0 comments)
home staging: How to sell a house for more and faster by using home staging
- 02/22/09 05:28 AM
Spring is almost here in the Sacramento area and it’s time to put your house on the market. Most real estate agents will say that buyer activity picks up this time of year. Is your home or listing ready to be marketed? Just listing a home may not be enough to attract an offer, the home has to have appeal, which is where home staging comes in. Home staging is the process in which a house is re-organized and prepared to be put on the market. Home Staging follows specific rules of what works to create buyer interest, it involves a lot … (0 comments)
home staging: Clutter and how it can negatively affect the value of your home.
- 01/20/09 11:19 AM
We all have it, we all do it, but that doesn’t mean it’s a good thing. Clutter, and the amount of it, affects everything we do in our day-to-day lives. Even though the stuff is just sitting there it still has energy that is pulling at your subconscious. Also, too much clutter can have a very negative effect on a buyer’s psychology and can actually affect the value of a home. When we live in our homes we accumulate stuff, some of us more than others. These stuff ads up over time, usually the longer you live in a home the … (0 comments)
I'm writing this post because there's something you need to know about refrigerators and how they should fit in your kitchen. Whether I'm staging a house to sell or designing a kitchen there's a problem that many of you are not aware of that has caught my attention. Not all refrigerators are created equal. The problem is that there are two kinds of applications for most kitchens, standard (regular) or counter depth. I'm not talking about the custom built-in kind but the kind that most of us have that just slide in and go. I have noticed that most people don't seam … (2 comments)
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