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You have an eye for home decor and style, love helping people and are addicted to HGTV ! If you have been looking for an opportunity to turn these passions into a profitable business, home staging is the solution. The purpose of home staging is simple—to facilitate the speedy sale of property by appealing to [...]

Know the Risks When Hiring Contractors   Home renovations includes risks to the homeowner, the contractor, the worksite construction workers, visitors and neighbours. That’s a lot of accountability! Construction worksites can be hazardous, and despite everyone's best efforts, accidents can happen. A construction worker could get injured or the contractor could accidentally damage your neighbour’s [...]

When a can of paint isn’t enough: How renovations are a necessary part of today’s staging landscape. The staging industry is evolving, and perhaps the word “staging” is becoming a limiting descriptor of the services we provide. When we speak with our customers, we tell them that it’s our job to help them prepare their […]

In response to growing concerns within the unregulated industry of home staging, regarding the qualifications of stagers, Certified Women’s Business Enterprise, CSP International has just added a whole new level […]

Staging properties is thought of as a service for sellers to secure the most equity possible; however, there is another aspect to consider, and that is how staging helps real […]

If your property is sitting on the market, not receiving offers, or receiving offers less than you expect, there is something wrong. Either the price does not reflect the true value of the property or the condition of the property does not support the price. Either way, you are faced with a dilemma. How do [...]

Got your attention, eh? Isn’t it amazing that negative headlines capture our attention more than positive ones? Now that I have your attention I’ll set your mind at rest by saying the necessity for staging listings has not gone away. In fact, it has intensified! What is going away is half completed staging, surface staging, fluffy [...]

Even when it is a good time to sell, how you present your home can have a huge effect on value. Some sellers are so used to a brisk market […]

Got your attention, eh? Isn’t it amazing that negative headlines capture our attention more than positive ones? Now that I have your attention I’ll set your mind at rest by […]

One of the perks of my job is that I get to spend time with energetic, motivated home staging professionals. Many are just getting started, full of energy, full of life & excited to begin a great new adventure. In our conversations, I am often asked for “quick hitting” advice which can put into action [...]