Home Staging for Occupied Properties – a mathematical perspective.
A fraction of the many transformations by Reveal Estate Home Staging have been of owner occupied properties. Lately however, projects have been more equally divided between vacant and occupied listings. Several factors are increasing our business of merchandising lived in properties. Perhaps the largest factor is increased awareness. The home staging industry is gaining credibility [...]
Master “Sweet” – a home staging transformation.
The master bedroom is an important selling feature in any property. Even in a hot real estate market like we are experiencing in Vancouver, a poorly presented listing will simply not sell. Consider this master bedroom. It has an ensuite bathroom, large closet, room for seating and ample windows. Buyers love such features [...]
What A Difference A Day Makes – a home staging transformation.
During our initial consultation, a recent Reveal Estate client realized she needed our help to prepare her home for sale. Budget was a concern and the property was being listed as a one bedroom and den within a week. Our team enjoys a staging challenge and I looked forward to the opportunity to help her [...]
Yes We “Can” – Home Staging in Vancouver
If you are preparing to sell your property, be sure to create a look buyers desire. Dated fixtures can be a deal breaker, especially in the bathroom. It pays to spend money when preparing the “can” for sale.
Potential buyers will pay a premium for a bathroom that is fresh, clean and rejuvenated.
Consider this bathroom [...]
Visions in Red – Home Staging by Jackson West
Red is often a favorite color choice for home stagers due to it’s powerful ability to direct the eye. Successful stagers know how to incorporate red artwork and accessories to capture buyers attention without overwhelming a space.
There is a fine line between highlighting the features of a room and creating a chaotic look by [...]
Vancouver Home Stager throws a punch…
…of color into a bathroom.
Here is an interesting bathroom. Although cold feeling, I generally liked it when I first saw it. The fixtures were modern and even though the green wall isn’t my favorite shade, I appreciated how it played off the polished concrete floor.
Painting this room a warmer color was not an option. [...]
Vancouver buyers look down on home staging…
… when they view this property.
They see that a room that is 10 feet wide and 16 feet long can function as both living room and a dining area.
Have another look…
Appropriately scaled furniture and the strategic placement of artwork help create dimension and flow.
Reveal Estate is a full service Home Staging company located in [...]
Are you looking to start a career in home staging?
Researching your options is crucial
I have seen many blogs on this topic and thought to add my experienced advice to the mix.
Before you begin your research ask yourself:
What do I need to learn from a staging program?
List your strengths, your weaknesses, and what you feel would make you more confident to go into the business [...]
Is Your Business Blooming?
Business Women’s Networking Association (BWNA)
Chapter Conference and Luncheon
I was fortunate to attend this years BWNA conference and luncheon on May 13th, 2008.
A keynote speaker, Jacquie Hermans (Professional Development Trainer and Laughter Coach) provided us with 3 essential strategies for achieving blooming results in her speech “How does YOUR garden grow�
Diana Bright – [...]
How To Sell Your Home In Today’s Changing Market
Here in the Niagara Region, where Home Staging is just beginning to generate some interest, I am finding that there are many misconceptions about exactly what it is, what it entails, and who should use it.
In order to sell a house in today’s market, the house needs to look better than the competition and be [...]