Staging

Getting Your House Ready to Sell

by Jim the Realtor | Jan 3, 2017 | Jim's Take on the Market, Staging, Tips, Advice & Links

Great tips on improving your house to sell

Freshen Up

by Jim the Realtor | Oct 28, 2016 | Jim's Take on the Market, Remodel Projects, Repairs/Improvements, Staging, Why You Should List With Jim

The trends change fast enough that older homes that have been remodeled previously can still benefit from an update:

Granite-Slab Yards

by Jim the Realtor | Oct 7, 2016 | Jim's Take on the Market, Listing Agent Practices, Remodel Projects, Staging, Why You Should List With Jim

Granite-slab yards we considered - all around Miramar Rd. All are good: Amazon Stones Rainbow Picasso Arizona Tile Tosca We were looking for max efficiency, and after I previewed all five, we hit four yards in two trips - which for the homeowners turned into a brief...

Pop-Up Staging

by Jim the Realtor | Aug 20, 2016 | Jim's Take on the Market, Staging

This might work at the entry level, but higher-priced homes deserve the full treatment: Pop-up staging, a new, inexpensive method that can eliminate the cost of not only hiring a stager, but also renting, transporting and storing décor and furniture. Flat-pack pieces...

Taller Walls

by Jim the Realtor | Jun 21, 2016 | Jim's Take on the Market, Staging, Tips, Advice & Links

We've talked about the importance of staging, but there are other simple things you can do to improve your look. Rooms with low ceilings can feel smaller and darker than they actually are. Here are some great ideas to offset that feeling!...

Home Staging

by Jim the Realtor | May 15, 2016 | Jim's Take on the Market, Listing Agent Practices, Staging

We have mostly older homes around the coastal region that tend to have a dated floor plan - and are filled with dated furniture! With so many to choose from on the high-end, staging is the most efficient way to create so distance between you and the competition. At...

Staging Is Good For Photos

by Jim the Realtor | Apr 14, 2016 | Jim's Take on the Market, Staging

A professionally-staged home probably makes buyers feel a twinge of misrepresentation, but all the more reason to get good help! http://www.cnbc.com/2016/04/14/setting-the-stage-to-sell-your-home.html Ask most real estate agents and they'll tell you that the toughest...

Home Staging in 2016

by Jim the Realtor | Jan 24, 2016 | Jim's Take on the Market, Listing Agent Practices, Staging

Higher prices bring more expectations, and today, buyers want to be dazzled. Staging really helps with the oddball floor plans or houses full of clutter, but should every seller do it? http://www.nytimes.com/2016/01/24/realestate/home-staging-new-york.html? An...

Staging Tips for the Senses

by Jim the Realtor | Jan 7, 2016 | Jim's Take on the Market, Staging, Tips, Advice & Links

Good thoughts on appealing to all five senses - I especially agree with keeping the scent and music volume in check: http://blog.rismedia.com/2015/staging-tips-five-senses/ Staging a home for sale is all about inspiring your buyer, and their senses are the avenue by...