Marketing a home for sale in this market it is imperative that it be staged before it goes on the MLS. A good location and clean house is no longer enough to ensure a quick sale at the highest price for the home.
Many Realtor's list on MLS put a sign up and hope the house will eventually sell. They worry they may offend the seller by talking about staging and do not want to ask them to spend money to spruce up the house.
The old saying “you have to spend money to make money” is still true! A few hundred dollars is worth a fast sale and a higher price.
Staging will clear out all the clutter, highlight focal points; help update the feel of older homes with inexpensive and creative solutions.
Something to think about - Staging is always less than a price reduction.
If your Realtor doesn’t mention staging you should and before pictures go on the MLS!
Home staging can help you get ready to move on and a new owner to move on in!
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Saturday, February 5, 2011
Redesign on a budget and home staging idea too
Here's an idea! Has your patio set seen better days? With a little work and a couple paint products it will look like new.
If the set is wrought iron, clean it, brush off any chipped or peeling paint and get ready for a new look. Yes, a new look. Change the color! There is no rule that says it has to be black or white or green. There are many colors to choose from. Some spray paints require no primer; the spray paint is all in one. Love that!
Redo the cushions too; a couple yards of fabric and the old cushions will be good as new. Wrap the seat like a present, staple or hot glue and you've got cushions to last until you decide to change them again.
It is a simple idea and sometimes it's the simple ideas that are overlooked. Wood can be restained, plastic can be painted, just about any surface can be painted and made new.
A couple of inexpensive ideas to freshen up the patio for the months ahead. Spring is just around the corner, be ready for it.
Our 3D virtual designs can give you more ideas too. Or send us some pictures or we can stop by. The Designer Gals will work within your budget. Let's chat soon!
If the set is wrought iron, clean it, brush off any chipped or peeling paint and get ready for a new look. Yes, a new look. Change the color! There is no rule that says it has to be black or white or green. There are many colors to choose from. Some spray paints require no primer; the spray paint is all in one. Love that!
Redo the cushions too; a couple yards of fabric and the old cushions will be good as new. Wrap the seat like a present, staple or hot glue and you've got cushions to last until you decide to change them again.
It is a simple idea and sometimes it's the simple ideas that are overlooked. Wood can be restained, plastic can be painted, just about any surface can be painted and made new.
A couple of inexpensive ideas to freshen up the patio for the months ahead. Spring is just around the corner, be ready for it.
Our 3D virtual designs can give you more ideas too. Or send us some pictures or we can stop by. The Designer Gals will work within your budget. Let's chat soon!
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Clutter in your house?
Clutter = Chaos.
It invades the home slowly at first, items bought on sale, things to be used later, shoes bought and never worn. Or how about the oversized or undersized clothes piled up 'just in case' and the family hand me downs that if given away would just “kill” auntie Em.
No matter what, why, or where it is in your house, it IS clutter! It takes up valuable living space and keeps family and friends from being a part of your life.
It is time to change all of this, restore calm and well being to your life. The Designer Gals can work with you to organize your environment to help you to move forward and gain back the life you envision.
We can help you get to the bottom of things, literally, and figure out why and how not to return to the cluttered life you once had. The Designer Gals will get your space back to life again. Don't feel embarrassed or hesitate to call, get your life back!
It invades the home slowly at first, items bought on sale, things to be used later, shoes bought and never worn. Or how about the oversized or undersized clothes piled up 'just in case' and the family hand me downs that if given away would just “kill” auntie Em.
No matter what, why, or where it is in your house, it IS clutter! It takes up valuable living space and keeps family and friends from being a part of your life.
It is time to change all of this, restore calm and well being to your life. The Designer Gals can work with you to organize your environment to help you to move forward and gain back the life you envision.
We can help you get to the bottom of things, literally, and figure out why and how not to return to the cluttered life you once had. The Designer Gals will get your space back to life again. Don't feel embarrassed or hesitate to call, get your life back!
Saturday, November 27, 2010
Design dilemma’s solved.
Need assistance changing your space? Furniture layout, wall color, or ???
Not quite sure how to make the "homemade" item or gift you envision?
Organization - is this where you need ideas?
You have questions... The Designer Gals have answers...
Our 3D virtual designs can show you detailed views of your space if you are out of the Lodi, Stockton,Sacrament Ca. or the Raleigh Hills, Beaverton, Hillsboro, Portland area's. If you are the DIY'er this is great for you as well.
Lets chat soon!
Not quite sure how to make the "homemade" item or gift you envision?
Organization - is this where you need ideas?
You have questions... The Designer Gals have answers...
Our 3D virtual designs can show you detailed views of your space if you are out of the Lodi, Stockton,Sacrament Ca. or the Raleigh Hills, Beaverton, Hillsboro, Portland area's. If you are the DIY'er this is great for you as well.
Lets chat soon!
Friday, November 26, 2010
Repurpose, Reuse and Redesign Christmas.
This is the time of year many people rush about to buy things, “things” is the key word here. Often things are given to people without real thought but the idea of “I have to give something, so I’ll buy this”. Give with purpose not just because it is expected.
Here are a few ideas to consider:
Repurpose things owned such as an old frame or art no longer being used. Frame a favorite sports T-shirt or kids art work, first baby socks or whatever.
It is ok to reuse and pass forward “things” you no longer use or need. Make a simple gift basket of kids toys or whatever you decide and give it away. Let the kids wrap up a few things and give to those who don't have. Items should be in good condition, you get the idea… pass things along, there are families in everyones neighborhood in need. Give anonymously if you must and make someones Christmas a little brighter.
Surprise! I’ve redesigned my dining chairs…2 yds fabric, unscrew the bottoms, wrap the fabric like a package, staple, screw them back down, looks like new chairs. Are they a bit scratched up? Try any number of the revitalizing oils on the market... the natural orange oil is a favorite.
Take a moment and think about the “things” you are going to give or ask for this Christmas. It might be easier than you think!
Merry Christmas!
Here are a few ideas to consider:
Repurpose things owned such as an old frame or art no longer being used. Frame a favorite sports T-shirt or kids art work, first baby socks or whatever.
It is ok to reuse and pass forward “things” you no longer use or need. Make a simple gift basket of kids toys or whatever you decide and give it away. Let the kids wrap up a few things and give to those who don't have. Items should be in good condition, you get the idea… pass things along, there are families in everyones neighborhood in need. Give anonymously if you must and make someones Christmas a little brighter.
Surprise! I’ve redesigned my dining chairs…2 yds fabric, unscrew the bottoms, wrap the fabric like a package, staple, screw them back down, looks like new chairs. Are they a bit scratched up? Try any number of the revitalizing oils on the market... the natural orange oil is a favorite.
Take a moment and think about the “things” you are going to give or ask for this Christmas. It might be easier than you think!
Merry Christmas!
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
The "scents" of the holidays
Ok, so I'm not the best cook in the pot. That gene went to other members in the family. Ha ha... funny how Judy and I both missed those gene's. Anyway, I'm not a big fan of burning candles, I love the way they look, design wise and all, but I don't like to burn the scented ones that much. So here is a great idea.
Even I can boil water, add cinammon sticks and YUM-O, it smells fantastic! Why people have even thought I was baking a pie! So if you want your house to smell fabulous through the holidays, and all year long try just boiling up some cinammon sticks.
You'll love it! Keep using what you have, repurpose, reuse and let's redesign!
Even I can boil water, add cinammon sticks and YUM-O, it smells fantastic! Why people have even thought I was baking a pie! So if you want your house to smell fabulous through the holidays, and all year long try just boiling up some cinammon sticks.
You'll love it! Keep using what you have, repurpose, reuse and let's redesign!
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Holiday Decorating
This is my time of year! I love the sparkle, the colors, the lights and oh the cute snowmen and santa’s.
So many decorations… or not. If you have a lot older things or items passed down from family this is a great opportunity to repurpose some of them. Tall vases looked great filled with bulbs that might not look so good on the tree anymore. Use some of the garland or canberry strands on a small wreath. Hot glue the berries and other items to the wreath for a colorful new look, silk pointsettia’s too.
This is the time to go all out or keep it simple. Decorating should be fun no matter how much or little you do. Let the kids help and have fun. This is a great time to think out of the box and repurpose and reuse what you have.
Need help or ideas…The Designer Gals are here for you!
Happy Thanksgiving and Merry Christmas to all!
So many decorations… or not. If you have a lot older things or items passed down from family this is a great opportunity to repurpose some of them. Tall vases looked great filled with bulbs that might not look so good on the tree anymore. Use some of the garland or canberry strands on a small wreath. Hot glue the berries and other items to the wreath for a colorful new look, silk pointsettia’s too.
This is the time to go all out or keep it simple. Decorating should be fun no matter how much or little you do. Let the kids help and have fun. This is a great time to think out of the box and repurpose and reuse what you have.
Need help or ideas…The Designer Gals are here for you!
Happy Thanksgiving and Merry Christmas to all!
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