 "Staging spaces to sell, live, entertain..." April 2009, Vol. 2, Issue 4 |
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STAGING SOLUTIONS!
Your Indianapolis Metropolitan Staging Resource
STAGE IT...LIST IT...SHOW IT...SELL IT... | |
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 Greetings!
April Showers bring May Flowers! Yes indeed, Spring is here and we are enjoying all of the signs; from the green buds on the trees to the spring flowers showing up at our favorite nursery. The warm glow of the sun is encourging home sellers to ready their properties for the spring selling market. Showings have increased and properties are starting to sell.
The Real Estate Staging Association just released new statistics for staging, that are even better than 2008. See the article below for ways that staging can help increase your business!
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New!
Delivered on the spot!
These are tough times for everyone; especially those looking to sell a house. Everywhere home sellers are looking to stretch their dollars without sacrificing quality or results. Home Sellers more than ever feel that the money they invest in the marketing of their home must have an impact that will result in the successful sell of their home. That is where the Home Matters team can help you.
We have developed staging packages that can accomodate most vacant staging needs; allowing home sellers to choose the package that is right for their budgets and the good news is we can provide these quotes on sight after touring the home. Vacant quotes on the spot in a budget home sellers can feel good about. That makes staging the home as easy as clicking your shoes together and saying there's nothing like a SOLD home.
Quote plus staging equals a fast, profitable sale.
With Home Matters providing your Home Staging services, you can still count on the same high quality and exceptional results that our clients have come to expect from us. Since 2004 when Home Matters was established, our results have remained consistent in that over 750 homes we have provided home staging services for have sold in an average of an astonishing 48 days and for 97% of the list price. For more information contact your Home Matters design specialist.
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READY OR NOT...HERE THEY COME!
Do you know whether or not you have a committed and movtivated home seller before you list a property? I don't mean that they are getting things ready, or that they will be ready in a few weeks or so, I mean ARE THEY READY-RIGHT-NOW, at the time you list the property? How can you tell their level of motivation or committment to ensure that they and their home are ready for buyers the moment it is listed. Let's examine how you migt be able to determine their level of committment. An owner who is committed to selling their home has some awareness of the market and will be receptive to your education and marketing documentation regarding their home value.They will also be ready to work on getting their home ready for their potential buyers or at the least ask what to do to properly prepare their homes for the marketplace. A great way to "test" their level of commitment is to see if they can give you a set date when projects and preparations will be completed. Understand that some projects will take longer or their circumstances may keep them from being totally accurate on timing but those that are willing to set a date, typically will follow through. A staging professional can also be a great partner in helping home sellers prioritize their activities list as well as stage their home to maximize their selling potential.
It is good to know that a truly motivated seller does not just want to "test the market" or even be the "just wait and see" how it goes type. Most committed sellers have plans for moving forward; and we know sooner is always better. They are willing participants in helping their homes sell. So before taking a listing ask yourself, is this home ready for its close-up or is it a house that is simply not yet ready to be sold. Professionally prepared homes and a "priced right" home are a perfect match for getting the house ready for its first showing. So understanding motivation and committment levels can help you and them reach the goal of selling. We completely understand that the closing table is the ultimate goal for all real estate professionals. One strategy for helping you and your clients would be to call us to assist. We're ready and happy to be of service.
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 RESA Releases 2009 Consumers Guide to Real Estate Staging
The Real Estate Staging Association (RESA) has just released their 2009 Consumers Guide to Real Estate Staging. This is a FREE publication to assist sellers, agents and buyers with the Real Estate Staging process.
The Consumers Guide explains what Staging is, how it works,why it works, and provides great statistics showing that Staging does indeed work! The Consumers Guide includes information on what to look for in a Professional Stager, the benefits of hiring a Professional Stager verses Doing it yourself, and what to expect when working with a Professional Stager.
The guide includes new statistics from RESA which show that staging is still working, even in a down market. Staging improved shorter time on market for occupied homes from 46.6% less time on market (than unstaged homes) in 2007 to 89% less time on market (than unstaged homes) in 2008. Staged Vacant Homes also improved with an average Days on market in 2007 of 44 to only 33 Days on Market in 2008!
Click Here to download your FREE copy of The Consumers Guide to Real Estate Staging.
Click Here to download your FREE copy of RESA's Real Estate Staging Statistics 2009. | |
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CONTACT OUR
HOME MATTERS TEAM
Linda Barnett
Rita Chreist
Lynn Chreist
Julia Adams
Colette Ritter
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REMINDERS
Lunch & Learn
Sessions
for Home Staging
First Wednesday
of every month
Next session
May 6th
Limit Seating
Pre-registration Required
$25
Certified Agent
Training Course
Next Class
April 23rd-24th
Limited Seating
Pre-registration
Required
$350
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We are very pleased to
share with you a very special award from the
F.C. Tucker's Home-Link
program.
Home Matters, Home Staging and Redesign
Team was awarded Best in their classification for
2008.
Any honor, award or special recognition that myself or my design specialists have received over the years is always special to me; but the ones that come directly from those that have used and depended on our services are always the most meaningful.
Thank you,
Linda Barnett and the
Entire team of Home Matters!
RECENTLY STAGED AND SOLD!
Creekbend in Carmel~ Before staging 170 days on market; After staging 41 days on market
Village Place in Zionsville~ Before staging 360 days on market; After staging 14 days on market
Overlook Trail in Plainfield~ Before staging 301 days on market; After staging 8 days on market
STAGING WORKS!!! | |
| Ready, Set, Sell |
| This month's newsletter is about getting results. Continuing to educate your home sellers regarding the powerful benefits of staging, showing results will help you get more business and closed transactions for 2009. We're here to help and are excited for the opportunity to earn your business. Happy Selling! |
| Contact Information |
Home Matters' Team of Professional Home Stagers and Redesigners
1206 Indy Place
Indianapolis, In. 46214
317-209-9801 or 317-797-4885
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