stage two sell: Quick sale of home in Corning NY - 05/20/11 07:51 AM
 
As a Real Estate agent you show homes that need some TLC and nicely suggest the easy fixes...
"Paint is an inexpensive fix", or "Those fixtures could be easily switched out." "A new light fixture there would make a big difference."
But really, after 5 or 6 of those comments the buyers eyes start to glaze over and now they're wondering, "do I have time for all those fixes?"

Stage Two Sell has staged homes in PA and NY for agents and sellers to get the home into updated condition.  We do the fixes, big and small and … (12 comments)

stage two sell: Get rid of the dated wallpaper and bathroom tile color! - 09/14/10 03:04 PM
Today Stage Two Sell LLC contunued working on a home for sale that has some really dated finishes.  After painting out the 2 bathrooms, (including tub!) replacing vanities, lights and a mirror we will start on the kitchen wall paper tomorrow.
This paper has a slight texture, but we're planning on priming and painting right over it.  Then the table and two chairs will be replaced with a smaller bistro table and two stools.  After that we're painting the counter top.  After photos to follow.
Here is the kitchen wall before.  Check back for the after photo.

Don't hesitate to get the painting done before … (11 comments)

stage two sell: Every Realtor Should Have This One Page... - 05/28/10 03:35 PM
As a Realtor, do you use a book or a laptop to present your marketing package to prospective clients?  Which ever you use, there's one page to show your prospective clients that will help them better prepare their property for sale and give you a better product to market.
As a professional home stager I work closely with sellers and spend a great deal of time helping them prepare their properties for sale.  The real estate agents are happy to have me address these condition issues and I know they like to show the clean, clutter free and improved staged home.  I've always provide before … (14 comments)

stage two sell: A $20.00 headboard solution - 04/14/10 01:23 PM

Three artist canvas forms covered with fabric make an easy headboard for a vacant staging.  They are very lightweight and hang on the wall with two push pins each.
 
 
 
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stage two sell: I arrived and the lights were on LIGHTS CAMERA ACTION - 02/03/10 01:35 AM

 
We can see the difference...can the homeowner?  Will they follow through with the suggestions in the Detailed Staging Report we leave with them?
Before leaving for the RESA conference last week, I did a Consultation for a new client in Horseheads, New York.  She wanted just the report to do the work herself.  A busy mom with a full time job and two young boys..a house with lots of toys...and a bit too much furniture. 
They already had an accepted offer on a new home and needed to sell fast.  Her report included a lot.
When I returned yesterday … (8 comments)