Your home staging checklist:

Are all countertops clean and clear?
Have you removed unnecessary furniture throughout the house?
Is the refrigerator free of children's art and magnets? Check the bathrooms
Are the surfaces clean and clear?
Are shower curtains clean and hung properly?
Is the flooring clean and fresh?
Are towels neatly hung? Check the walls
Is paint and wallpaper fresh and clean?
Are the walls free from cracks and holes?
Is there anything on the walls that need to be removed? Check the floors
Is the carpet clean and free from stains?
Are hard surface floors clean and free from stains? Check the windows
Are all the windows clean?
Are draperies and blinds clean? Pet check
Remove any signs that this is a pet's home. Check the aroma
Air out the home prior to showings. Set the mood prior to showings
Open draperies and blinds.
Turn on the radio to a soft music station, set the volume low.
If you have time, bake a batch of cookies or muffins to create a warm, welcoming aroma.

Wednesday, September 10, 2008

What my clients have to say . . .

“The after is always magnificent, truly a revelation for the seller. She is very good with clients explaining the benefits of staging their house. In addition, she always puts in a plug for the Realtor to let the sellers know they have chosen well. I use Cari on all the properties I list and have seen the great benefits she brings to the table. I will continue to use her on all my listings." Judy Carty, 2005 President of Pikes Peak Women's Council of Realtors, ERA Shields Real Estate "At first, we had our doubts that a professional stager would make a difference as opposed to just using common-sense checklists and suggestions found in books and the internet. We were quite surprised at the number of things these guides could not have identified, since our home, like any other, is unique. We would definitely recommend that sellers use your service. It's such a small investment with potential to provide a large return in a short period of time." Henry & Carmen Paguirigan, Indigo Ranch

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