THE FIVE SENSES METHOD OF STAGING ONE'S HOME So you have finally made the decision to sell your home? And, I bet I know what you are thinking. You just KNOW that you have the nicest home, and yours is definitely better...read more
by JoAnn Powell
Studies have shown that home staging and decorating can reduce the time a listing is on the market by 10%-15%. If you want to sell your home quickly you need to take some time beforehand to set the scene that you want you...read more
They say it's a "buyer's market" in the world of real estate right now. Not good news if you're in the market to SELL your home. But, you can give your home a competitive edge with the use of some simple staging techniqu...read more
by Norma Smith
In this slow Real Estate market hiring a professional Stager is an investment that will easily pay for its self. But if you would like to have a go at it on your own, here are some ideas to get you started. Start with ...read more
Selling your home is no easy feat, especially with the real estate crisis as it now. Buyers know what they want and how much they can spend. Sellers know exactly how much they must get for their home. Staging your home is...read more
FIVE SIMPLE STEPS TO HOME STYLING If you want to increase the number of offers on your home, increase the price and minimize the time from viewing to "sold" you should really keep on reading. 1. Target your possibl...read more
Selling your house need not be stressful! Trust me, I'm an expert. I have moved house a number of times, each time selling a home I was very attached to. One of the most important lessons I learned early on is that, just b...read more
by Danica Flair
Selling your home can be easy if you follow a few simple steps: 1. First impressions are important. Make sure that your house has real curb appeal. Mow the lawn, clean flower beds, fix front steps, make street number...read more
by Gena Reddoch
When staging your home for a quick sale, simply remember the the five senses: Sights, Sounds, Smells, Feels and Tastes. Make sure your home LOOKS well-kept and cared for indoors and out. Cleanliness, inside and out, is ...read more
by A.R. Cruz
How to inexpensively decorate and stage your home for a quick sale When selling a home it's important to make sure your property shows well. First impressions are really important because you won't get a second chan...read more
by Neil Dixon
A houses decor is of paramount importance when trying to sell a home. Most potential purchasers cannot see past that tired eighties wallpaper, those grime stained walls, that shabby worn carpet. The real estate marke...read more
Decorating and staging your home well is essential if you want a quick sale - and it's not hard to do. Just remember who you're doing it for, which is the buyer, not yourself, and follow the KISS principle: Keep It Simple,...read more
by Debra Gould
House hunting can often be a lot like "speed dating". If you've ever been house hunting, you can see the similarities. Your agent takes you to six or more houses in a single afternoon. Within minutes, you'll reject most c...read more
I find showing my precious home to a potential purchaser a stressful and intrusive process. Much of my life has gone into making this pile of bricks and mortar into a home. I happen to think it's perfect! It's my idea of w...read more
PRICING YOUR HOME TO SELL is the first step before staging. Put your mind in the mind of the buyers, then prepare your home to present itself at the price you listed it for. A realistic selling price and terms are perh...read more
by Magic Word
In order to sell a home quickly, especially in a competitive or down market, it is essential to do a little homework...pun intended. You want your house to be at the top of the list! The very first thing a home seller ...read more
by Indy Anna
Showing a home is a lot like an interview; as a home owner you want to highlight your houses best features as well as minimize all of its flaws. That is where "staging" comes in. What it basically means is to make your h...read more
by Simon Wright
I am in the process of selling my city-centre flat. Three months after deciding to sell, it's now ready to go on the market. I thought, therefore, that I'd share my experience of preparing a property for a quick sale. T...read more
Everyone gets at least a little stressed when selling their home. Often a lot of things are going on simultaneously- moving, finding another home, changing schools, and more. And if a house isn't sold quickly enough, often...read more
It seems that nowadays you can't go anywhere without seeing "For Sale" signs in peoples' yards. If you belong to the crowd that is trying to sell your home, these tips will be just what you are looking for. If you are no...read more
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