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Re-upholstering vs. Buying New Furniture

Monday, July 11th, 2011

 
This is a question that comes up quite frequently in my design practice with many new and existing clients.  And is especially inviting considering the unlimited access we have today to an exciting array of designer fabrics for use in various projects now available from across the globe in the textile industry.
So let’s take the [...]



 

 

Buyer Tested-Market Approved!

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

Buying a home is still the single biggest investment most people will make in their lifetime.  Ironically, only a mere 10% of potential buyers can actually visualize the full potential of a home.  We'll help buyers see beyond minor flaws and common structural limitations that often prevent the buyer from realizing the true potential of what [...]



 

 

Big Staging ROI

Wednesday, June 9th, 2010

 
Besides the curb appeal of the front entry, the two areas of the home that provided the biggest return on investment are the KITCHEN and the BATHROOM.  In addition to a super clean-up job, sellers should focus on updating appliances, cabinetry, counters and hardware.  Most importantly, remember to keep accessories to a minimum, remove all [...]



 

 

Staging By The Numbers

Wednesday, April 21st, 2010

Did you know an investment in staging NOW is less than one price reduction LATER?  Statistically, a home that sits and loses its new listing buzz, ends up selling for a lower list price down the road:
Between 3-5 months = 6.4% less           6+ months = 10% less
Staging Services & Home Improvements Typically:
Average between 3-5% [...]