“I was astonished!” 

-Karen S, Real Estate Agent, Tollchester MD

“We couldn’t have done this without you!” 

-Sarah P & Warren C, Mountain View, CA

So Sorry! I am not currently offering this service. I know, It's sad!

Of course, you can read further if you’re bored. I think it’d be more fun to do something else. I mean, have you ever taken the time to read all the buttons on your microwave oven? Or do you just push the 30-second button over and over like I do? This could be your chance to see what else is on there. Just sayin’ . 

Custom DIY Staging

What is Home Staging?

Home staging is making a house look yummy by using furniture and other items to help your new buyer imagine themselves living there. 

Any real estate agent worth their salt will encourage you to get your home staged. 

Why should I stage my own home?

    • BIG offers from buyers + a FAST sale!
    • BIG savings compared to having someone else do it
    • BIG design secrets you can use in your next home

True Story: 

Once upon a time, here in Silicon Valley, a guy named George was upset because his house had been on the market for four months with no bites.

His place did not look inviting. He told me he was happy to make changes, but he didn’t know what to do. 

I taught him how to stage his home and he did a great job of it.

The very next weekend, his house had multiple offers and sold for $40,000 more than he was asking!

He was amazed and very grateful!

HOW DOES ‘DO-IT-YOURSELF’ HOME STAGING WORK? 

Ooh, it’s fun! I’ll give you detailed advice for staging each room using your own furnishings. You’ll get the inside scoop on what appeals to buyers, with step-by-step, easy-to-follow instructions.

By the end of our meeting, you will have a clear idea of how to make your home look fabulous, including insider strategies for the day buyers come to look at it. 

Not only will you get staging secrets, but you’ll get tricks-of-the-trade knowledge for making ANY place look warm, inviting, and put together. 

After you’ve done your homework, I’ll even come check it out and see if anything needs tweaking. 

NO FAIL RESULTS! 

WHAT YOU GET

  • All the time it takes to go through every room in your house. 
  • Resources for additional help and well-priced goods. 
  • A checklist of things to do for the day of the showing.
  • Access to me for follow-up questions.
  • A review of your work. Yep, I will help you make final adjustments!  

FAQ’s

DO YOU OFFER A GUARANTEE?

Yep. I guarantee that the information is worth more than what you paid for it.

If you don’t think so, pay me what you feel is fair, or don’t pay me at all.

I’m totally serious. My skin is thick. I can take it.

Plus I’m extremely confident you’ll be thrilled. 

DOES IT REALLY WORK?

Yes, and it’s easy. Use however much of the advice you want. It’s all in your hands. 

THE MARKET IS HOT, WHY BOTHER?

Did you read my true story above? George got $40,000 more because his house looked great! A well-staged home will excite buyers and they will be camping on the doorstep to get to the top of your buyer’s list! 

Imagine putting in a couple days of your time and getting thousands of dollars in return for your effort. Sound good? Great! 

DO YOU KNOW WHAT YOU'RE DOING?

Geeeez, that’s a rude question. What do you mean by that?

Okay, since you’re asking, I have been an interior designer for 20+ years and I have 12 years of residential staging experience.

I don’t stage anymore, because stagers have to keep an inventory of household items and, well, I didn’t like dealing with all the STUFF. So I gave it up.

But I miss it like crazy. I love how making a few days effort can totally transform a place! 

So this is my way of staying in the game and I love it even more than I did before! 

ARE THERE OTHER ADVANTAGES?

Sure.

First of all, you won’t have pesky stagers poking around your stuff. 

And if you buy new items to make the place look snazzy, like some fresh towels, you will have them for your new place. 

I will also have a few pointers for your exterior and garden too, no extra charge. 

On top of all that, you’ll know what to do for all your future home sales! Knowledge is forever! 

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

One meeeelion dollars!

Really, it’s $595.00 for my time and expertise. 

Compared to normal staging costs of $2000.00 to $6000.00, it’s a real steal.

You may also buy some items that will enhance your sale, but that will be entirely up to you. I could suggest anything from freshening up your wall paint, to bringing in a few plants. 

I'M A REAL ESTATE AGENT, HOW CAN I BENEFIT?

Of course, your client will be doing what you’ve begged them to do..stage the home!

By the way, I’m happy to teach you how to stage homes as an add-on to your own services. You’ll just need a home to stage and a cooperative home-owner. 

“My wife told me she really felt comfortable with you at all times. ” 

-JR, Los Altos, CA

“I am so appreciative of you!! You made it so easy.” 

-Yvonne F, San Jose, CA

BDBF (Best Design Buddy Forever)

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