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Did you know:
A Maritz Research study conducted between January 26 and 31, 2006 "confirmed that decor improvements make a strong impact on home buyers and can ultimately affect a home's market value." They found that a surprising 41% of men put a premium on decor compared to 30% of women! They also found that a full 63% of buyers preferred a higher priced home that does not require any renovations over a lower priced fixer-upper.
What this means: Home staging can have a significant affect on the market value and appeal of your home. You're better off raising your asking price and presenting a "show home" (which a talented home stager can create for you), then lowering your price and trying to sell a home that doesn't show well and looks like it needs work.
A 2005 Royal LePage poll in Canada found 54% of respondents were willing to spend up to $2,000 to upgrade their home before putting it on the market, while 25% would be willing to spend $5,000 sprucing up their homes for sale!
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Her goal is to help you get "unstuck". With information, encouragement and a dose of inspiration, you'll be able to make decisions and take action.
Ask yourself, how would your life change if you could resolve whatever the issue is that's holding YOU back?
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"My real estate agent said she would do the house fluffing for me. After talking to you and looking at all the free home staging advice on your site, I realize it goes well beyond just reducing clutter and the small recommendations she made. Thanks for helping me with all the other things needed to properly present my home in the best possible light!"
(G. Peters, Florida)
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