Ladies and gents! This fall we have two distinct trends in home fashion. One is decidedly feminine - the other quite masculine. First is the return of curves in furniture design. Playing on the mid-century trend that has been so popular in recent years, we’re seeing furniture with more curves then a 1950’s Hollywood starlet! From [...]
Wow! Thanks to Staging and the hard work of your REALTOR®, your previous home sold fast! Now it’s time to set up your next nest. Here are some tips to make it easier. If the children are going to a new school, take them there as soon as possible to register and to walk around. [...]
The Real Estate Staging Association (RESA) is a trade association dedicated to excellence in the profession. RESA has just released their updated Consumer's Guide to Real Estate Staging. It has some great tips on preparing your home for the market. As a proud member of RESA, I encourage you to check it out! Click [...]
Chances are, your pet is one of your BFs*. The animals we bring into our homes quickly find a place in our hearts & become part of the family. But potential buyers may find Edgar the Hamster or Lily the Labradoodle less adorable and more … odor-able. Put yourself in the shoes of [...]
Buying a home is a bit like dating. Twenty-first century dating, that is. Here are some tips to make your property attractive to those scoping your profile ... uh, listing. 95% of homebuyers start their search online. I presume fewer daters start their search online, but many check out the options. As a homeseller or [...]
Is it time to take down the holiday decorations already? Seems like we just put them up! When the glitz and greenery come down, it's a great chance to give your home a mini-makeover. A new look can be achieved with just a few hours and a small or even non-existent budget. Here are a [...]
Freshly painted walls are one of the top three features that home buyers seek. A coat of fresh paint instantly delivers a clean, updated feel – if you choose the right colour. Staging wisdom tells us that attractive, modern neutrals are the best way to go when staging to sell. Still, picking “the right neutral” [...]
Many people are inclined to postpone putting their home on the market until the holidays have passed. What an opportunity they are missing! Colder temperatures and shorter days may keep window shoppers from house hunting, but winter days will not deter serious buyers. During the holidays you'll take advantage of fewer homes being on the [...]
Do you have a large blank wall staring you in the face? Here's one approach. This very pretty installation is a great way to make a big visual impact. My friend Kaisha put together this creative ensemble, proving style doesn't always require heaps of cash. A little ingenuity and a splash of paint can go [...]