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The Quick Sell Secret

Last week, while driving down the winding road that leads to my cul-de-sac, I actually took the time to count the For…

HomeGain release 2009 updated study on highest ROSI for Sellers – Staging is now #2!

HomeGain updated study – first done in 2003, then updated in 2007, and now new stats for 2009 – show that Staging…

30 Can’t-Miss Staging Tips

Designed to Sell designer Lisa LaPorta shares some of her best staging tips.

Virtual Staging

Defining the Differences between ASP Home Staging and Virtual Staging Monday, August 3rd, 2009

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…

So you want to become a Home Stager?!

A fellow Stager sent me this article today and I had to post it. I receive calls weekly from people wanting to…

Charlotte Chapter of Home Staging Professionals giveback to the Community

This year was a great year for giving back to the community by our Chapter.  Our Chapter performed three service project’s during…

Tips for staging and selling your home faster

With all the news about the market being saturated with homes and the recent decline in house prices, many people are wondering…

What do I do when I get negative feedback from the showings?

Recently, I was called by a home owner to provide a quote on staging.   After seeing the home and seeing many things upon…

Staging Tip #1: Curb appeal

Landscaping is great, but not in everyone’s budget. when staging a house for sale.  At minimum, lawns should be freshly mowed, leaves…

Staging Tip #1: Curb appeal

Landscaping is great, but not in everyone’s budget. when staging a house for sale.  At minimum, lawns should be freshly mowed, leaves…

Staging tip #2: Pet odors stink

We all love our pets, but unpleasant pet odors can make a serious negative first impression. Remove old carpet that can trap…

Staging Tip #3: Buyers love pedestal sinks

The old vanity has to go.  Hook up your new pedestal ink and your old bathroom will have dramatic new appeal that…

Staging Tip #4: Buyers Love Energy Efficient Fixtures and Appliances

Energy Efficient Fixtures and Appliances – In keeping with Green movement, buyers are looking for fixtures that are energy efficient and which…

Painting Interior Doors

One way to freshen up the look of the interior doors within your home is to give them a fresh coat of…

Staging Tip #5: Rake those leaves!

In the fall, be sure to rake leaves from your lawn and  flower beds. Do this every couple of days, or as…

What can a Home Stager do for me?

First off let me start by saying, not all people that claim to be home stagers are professionally trained, accredited and insured….

Homestaging – Ho Hum to WOW!

Address to IMPRESS! Everyone knows how important first impressions are when trying to land a new job, in fact in this current…

No Drama Staging

Trying to sell your house? If so, you need to know about the latest trend in the Real Estate industry that will…