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First home I've ever listed that didn't need to be staged first.

Listed yesterday, on the market today.  They called me to list their home and had read and learned about staging through their home search.  Perhaps looking at my newsletters and listed properties helped too...I'd like to think so.  SO, this is literally the FIRST and probably ONLY home I've ever listed that I didn't have to rearrange something, stage in some fashion.  It's just about perfect.

Martinez Bungalow (California)- double sized lot included for $299,999!!!  Great Price, Great Property.

This charming home is a 2 bedroom that has been updated to the maximum.  It boasts stainless steel appliances in the new kitchen.  Updated flooring, new windows, forced air heat, new plumbing and electrical, detached garage, inside laundry room and so much more.  This property is a true value with nothing left to do for you to move in.  www.1331Delacy.com See for yourself.  Website done by Chris Fisher, www.StagersLISTWebsites.com  email ChrisFisher@stagerslist.com and these property websites are so affordable, so professional looking and delivered in time for the weekend. 

Comments

It is good to list a house that shows well. I once listed a 2 year old home that looked like the model home , while they were still building in the community and people would think it was the model home.

Posted by GITA BANTWAL, REALTOR BUCKS COUNTY, PA HOMES (ReMax Centre Realtors) 7 months ago

Terrylynn, Isn't it nice to be in a home that feels and looks good from the minute you walk in.  Your clients apparently got some good adice AND the value of staging/redesign.

Posted by Carole Provenzale Owner, Feng Shui Long Island & New York (Feng Shui Long Island & New York City) 7 months ago

Good for your sellers! I think you still make the point that it is rare for a seller to adequately prepare their house for sale without some professional guidance.

Posted by Linda Sticklin (Home Staging & Organizing) 7 months ago

That is a rare occasion, isn't it.  Kudos to your sellers for "getting it" and making sure their home is market ready.

Posted by Nancy Robertson, RESA (Signature Style Staging) 7 months ago

Terrylynn, That home is adorable!  Pride of ownership is written all over that place.

Posted by Jackie Peraza 7 months ago

Very cute house, Terrylynn!  When we sold our first house about 17 years ago, I staged it before I even knew there was a thing called "staging".  It sold to the first people who looked at it.  I'm glad these clients of yours "get it". 

Posted by Diana Young (Staging Seattle, King & Snohomish Counties) 7 months ago

I'm sure they learned from you, and maybe a bit from some of the staging shows. Also, staging has been in your area for quite awhile; still pretty new to mine! BTW, how many square feet is this house? I love seeing how the prices compare with those in Michigan!

Posted by Kathi Presutti--RE:STYLE LLC (RE:STYLE LLC) 7 months ago

You need to show us some inside shots of the "perfect" home.  Let us know how quickly it goes under contract!

Posted by Patsy Overton (Stage, Show & SELL Home Staging Co. Atlanta, Georgia) 7 months ago

Hi stranger, I've missed you!

Your seller may be a future Home Stager.

Posted by Donna Schoby, Ready, Set, Stage! Fayetteville, AR (Home Stager, Serving Northwest Arkansas) 7 months ago

I went in a house today that had more animals than a forest! The only difference was these were hanging on the walls! I'm talking EVERY room of the house.

Posted by Lisa Long (Platinum Properties) 7 months ago

Terrylynn,

Cute little bungalow!  Looks like your clients really did their homework here, best wishes for a quick sale!

Posted by Michelle Pimentel ASP, IAHSP Empire Home Staging (Empire Home Staging Solutions) 7 months ago

Hi TerryLynn, sometimes that happens, people who know the ropes and prepare before the listing agent gets their first peek. I would imagine having the home show ready, would also garner a higher listing price eh?

Posted by Terry Haugen STAGE it RIGHT! 321-956-2495 (Stage it Right!) 7 months ago

Terrylynn, what a compliment you gave the homeowners here that they were GOOD TO GO as is. And a mark of your professionalism too.

Posted by Gary Woltal - Associate Broker REALTORĀ® Dallas Ft. Worth (Keller Williams Realty) 7 months ago

Gita, thanks for your comments.  Yes I was surprized what good students my clients were and pleasantly surprized. 

Posted by Terrylynn Fisher, Realtor Staging Consultant, EcoBroker, CRS, Etc. (Diablo Realty - BuyStageSell.com) 7 months ago

Carole, thanks for commenting...and your kind words.  I am pleased and thanks for the compliment.

Posted by Terrylynn Fisher, Realtor Staging Consultant, EcoBroker, CRS, Etc. (Diablo Realty - BuyStageSell.com) 7 months ago

Linda, very rare, they did a great job and I am appreciative of their efforts.  I know what it takes.

Posted by Terrylynn Fisher, Realtor Staging Consultant, EcoBroker, CRS, Etc. (Diablo Realty - BuyStageSell.com) 7 months ago

Nancy, yes Kudos to them.  People ARE getting it, they are. It's validating.

Posted by Terrylynn Fisher, Realtor Staging Consultant, EcoBroker, CRS, Etc. (Diablo Realty - BuyStageSell.com) 7 months ago

Jackie, so GOOD to see you here... THANKS for commenting and your kind thoughts. 

Posted by Terrylynn Fisher, Realtor Staging Consultant, EcoBroker, CRS, Etc. (Diablo Realty - BuyStageSell.com) 7 months ago

Diana, well yes, you are one of the naturals...talent you probably don't take for granted, but perhaps don't realize how rare it is.  Lucky girl.

Posted by Terrylynn Fisher, Realtor Staging Consultant, EcoBroker, CRS, Etc. (Diablo Realty - BuyStageSell.com) 7 months ago

Kathi - 833 square feet...but very beautifully done perfect portions.  My client has the knack, too...

Posted by Terrylynn Fisher, Realtor Staging Consultant, EcoBroker, CRS, Etc. (Diablo Realty - BuyStageSell.com) 7 months ago

Patsy -  www.1331Delacy.com  all the inside shots are there...that I could get anyway.  It's cute but it's the double lot that is the real draw too.

Posted by Terrylynn Fisher, Realtor Staging Consultant, EcoBroker, CRS, Etc. (Diablo Realty - BuyStageSell.com) 7 months ago

Donna, yes that might just be her next career step.  She is unique.  In 32 years, my first that could translate what she knows to the talent of doing her own home. 

Posted by Terrylynn Fisher, Realtor Staging Consultant, EcoBroker, CRS, Etc. (Diablo Realty - BuyStageSell.com) 7 months ago

Lisa, oh MY...hate that the most.  Heads looking at you in every room...drat.

Posted by Terrylynn Fisher, Realtor Staging Consultant, EcoBroker, CRS, Etc. (Diablo Realty - BuyStageSell.com) 7 months ago

Michelle, thank you.  I think it will sell quickly at this price.

Posted by Terrylynn Fisher, Realtor Staging Consultant, EcoBroker, CRS, Etc. (Diablo Realty - BuyStageSell.com) 7 months ago

Terry Lynn, yes one hopes.  That's the hope.  We'll let you know. 

Posted by Terrylynn Fisher, Realtor Staging Consultant, EcoBroker, CRS, Etc. (Diablo Realty - BuyStageSell.com) 7 months ago

Gary, your words always mean alot.  THANK you for commenting. 

Posted by Terrylynn Fisher, Realtor Staging Consultant, EcoBroker, CRS, Etc. (Diablo Realty - BuyStageSell.com) 7 months ago

That must be quite a pleasure to be able to say move in ready, and mean it!

Posted by Cindy Bryant~Houston's Home Staging & Professional Home Stagers~RVP RESA~ASHSR (Redesign Etc.~Specialist in Staging Vacant Properties.) 7 months ago

Cindy, YES it was.  Often I have to build in a week, a month or more for the work that needs to be done...this was pure pleasure.  And they are such good students of staging and listened to every word.  Pure joy.  Thanks for the comment .

Posted by Terrylynn Fisher, Realtor Staging Consultant, EcoBroker, CRS, Etc. (Diablo Realty - BuyStageSell.com) 7 months ago

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