Archive for the 'The Business Of Home Staging' Category



When hiring a pro . . .

Published on August 28, 2008

It’s good to know these 5 handy tips from Debra Gould:
http://www.americanchronicle.com/articles/72451
It always amazes me how many people DON’T ask for references or ask for samples of previous work. Pros who are proud of what they do are not offended if you ask these questions!
Enjoy,
Rebecca


The Stagers

Published on June 28, 2008

Dekora, a Staging Company in Vancouver, is the focus of a new home staging show airing next month. I’ve read about their success stories before, but this article was quite interesting. Can’t wait to see the show!
Rebecca
The ultimate goal for a stager is to create the image of a lifestyle that will appeal to a […]


Home Staging Meets Web 2.0

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Here’s a new website to help home buyers and home sellers with handy virtual tools.
Enjoy,
Rebecca
Information is power, and that couldn’t be more true when it comes to real estate. Catering to savvy buyers and sellers who crave Web 2.0 tools, Fizber, a for-sale-by-owner Website, aims to connect buyers and sellers. Despite pricing uncertainty in […]


Home Stagers Beware! Free Estimates Can Lead to Bankruptcy

Published on June 14, 2008

Press Release for Professional Home Stagers:
When many home sellers ask for free home staging estimates, what they really want is your expertise and advice for free. The brand new Staging Diva Sales Script will teach home stagers how to avoid getting caught in the ‘free estimate trap’ and turn homeowners into home staging customers […]


American Idol Meets Home Staging!

Published on June 7, 2008

Stager Idol Winner Announced
Kathleen Garvey from Ft. Myers Florida takes All in first ever Stager Idol Competition sponsored by the Real Estate Staging Association.
Stager Idol Winner Announced
Ft. Myers, FL, June 07, 2008 –(PR.com)– The Real Estate Staging Association (RESA) is very proud to announce Kathleen Garvey of Enhanced Interiors & Home Staging has been selected […]


What is house fluffing?

Published on August 18, 2007

Here is a press release from a new home stager in Canada.
Enjoy,
Rebecca
What is home staging or house fluffing and how can it help you?
Written by Kathy Somers
Uxbridge, Ontario, Canada — Apr 03, 2007 — /prbuzz/ — American’s have been using staging strategies since the 90’s but the trend is just starting to be recognized by […]


How to Add More Artwork to Your Staging Inventory

Published on April 12, 2007

Fellow Home Stagers, here is a great tip for you: Click here to read the article.
Stagers in Scottsdale, Arizona have teamed up with local artists for a winning combination. Rather than paying to rent artwork, professional home stagers use the art of local talent in their staged homes. Not only does it benefit the homeowner […]


Lucrative Tips for Professional Home Stagers

Published on April 2, 2007

Barbara Jennings’ newest home staging book reveals secrets on how re-designers can better understand and work with the more affluent client.
Huntington Beach, CA (PRWEB) February 28, 2007 — Barbara Jennings, CEO of Decorate Redecorate (www.decorate-redecorate.com), is pleased to announce the launch of her new home staging book, Staging Luxurious Homes.
This is Ms. Jennings tenth […]


New Business Guide from The Staging Diva

Published on November 29, 2006

Here’s a press release I just received regarding my colleague, Debra Gould, and her latest product to help new Home Stagers jump start their business. Debra knows the home staging business and gives clear, no nonsense advice.
Enjoy,
Rebecca Wolfe

November 28 2006

Any beginner home stager realizes just how overwhelming and confusing it can be […]


Interview with a Home Stager

Published on November 4, 2006

Here’s an interesting interview I just read with a home stager in Des Moines, Iowa. Prices are lower in the heartland, but the advice is the same anywhere. It also gives you a glimpse into what a home staging career would be like!
Enjoy,
Rebecca
Click here to read the entire article.
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