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With the rush of the holidays comes a slower-paced season for housing. Fear not, however! While there is typically less inventory around during the winter months, sellers have a unique opportunity to stand-out from their competition and truly shine. With the right staging and finesse, you can increase your chances of landing a sale and for the price you're looking for. Don't neglect the basics. Just...

It's no secret that home staging can play a huge role in how much you get for you house. Sometimes it feels like you have to renovate the whole place to make it presentable, but it's not true! I know I've had great success with these three simple tips. 1. Get Rid of Your Clutter The best thing you can do for your home isn't in buying fancy new things, it's about getting rid of some. This includes...

When a buyer views a property, observations are made with all five senses, which in turn creates an emotional response.  Sellers need to be aware of the sensory responses their home may evoke from a buyer and how these responses may contribute to the perceived value of their home and ultimately how long it may take to sell. The visual reaction to the home begins with its location, develops with the...

Here is Part 2 in a series of quick posts I’m writing that is designed to give you ideas on how to increase your home’s value (inspired from my own experiences). Please feel free to post your comments below, with your own suggestions! Nowadays more and more people seem to prefer to stay close to home and view their homes as a retreat, a sort of haven… If the place you call home needs a bit of TLC,...

In our current economy, with consumer spending down- more people seem to prefer to stay close to home and view their homes as a retreat, a sort of haven… If the place you call home needs a bit of TLC, or you’re looking to increase its value, there are ways to do so while staying within your budget. There are many payoffs - the obvious one being that you will enjoy living in your house, and another...

Cold Nights Call for Cozy Rooms! It is easy to divide a space with furniture groupings, such as using a small table for two or four to create a separate area from the sofa and loveseat. With a wood floor, add a small area rug under the table for definition. A chair and ottoman in a corner, next to a bookcase, can be a great spot to curl up with a favorite book! In a larger room, you can use a warm...