Archive for August, 2006



Reading Between the For Sale Signs

Published on August 28, 2006

Basically, economists don’t know how low real estate prices in hot areas are going to drop. This drop may just be the market’s way of correcting the prices that skyrocketed a few years ago, which would allow incomes to catch up. Or it could be just the beginning of a very long downward spiral.
Interest food […]


Space Planner Software

Published on August 25, 2006

If you struggle with furniture placement, or if you’re a designer looking for a great new tool, check out Icovia Space Planner Software at: http://www.icovia.com/
You can try it for FREE online and see what you think!
All the best,
Rebecca


Tongue in Cheek

Published on August 24, 2006

Okay, I was a little annoyed when the author of this article put Open House Actors in the same pot as Home Stagers. Then I stepped back and laughed. The pairing of these two techniques is quite understandable, if you don’t know much about Home Staging. Or if you’re trying to make a good joke. […]


Another Benefit of Home Staging

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Here’s a great article from Stoney Point, Canada. The author brings up a great point about how home staging keeps potential buyers from “chipping away” at your listing price. Another great benefit to home staging — not only do you get more interest and offers, but they are higher quality offers!
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A Book Review

Published on August 19, 2006

Okay, I’m sure you’ve heard of Barb Schwarz’s home staging book, since she has been staging for awhile and even takes credit for coining the term.
I have to say after reading the book, I noticed that she repeated herself in the last 30 pages, almost verbatim. Apart from that, just glancing at the pictures in […]


Protected: Real Estate Photography Tips

Published on August 16, 2006

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Advice for Homeowners

Published on August 15, 2006

Here’s an interesting story regarding the current glut of houses on the market, with some interesting advice!
Rebecca
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technorati tags:home+staging, real+estate, renovation, home+selling, for+sale+by+owner, curb+appeal


Are You A Porch Fanatic?

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Here’s a great little story from NPR and NPR listeners on their fascination with porches, as well as their favorite colors:
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technorati tags:home+staging, real+estate, renovation, home+selling, for+sale+by+owner, curb+appeal


Dorm Room Makeovers

Published on August 10, 2006

Two designers were chosen to decorate two Denver dorm rooms for a redesign competition. I can’t think of a smaller space to make functional and inviting!
See how they did at:
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technorati tags:home+staging, real+estate, renovation, home+selling, for+sale+by+owner, curb+appeal


Lawn Care Tips

Published on August 6, 2006

Here’s a nifty little blog entry from a fellow real estate person:
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technorati tags:home+staging, real+estate, renovation, home+selling, for+sale+by+owner, curb+appeal