Staging Tip #19 - Don't Forget the Outside!! #homestaging #realestate

Regardless of the season, ensure that the yard is well maintained. FALL: rake the leaves; SPRING/SUMMER: be sure lawn is mowed and grass raked up, and all toys are stored; WINTER: keep driveway and all walk-ways clear of snow and ice.

Amazing 4-Level Backsplit in Kitchener $259,900 #kwrealestate

MLS# 1293824 - Very well cared for home on a quiet crescent in Kitchener - 4 bedrooms, 2 baths

BTSH Staged property http://www.realtor.ca/PropertyDetails.aspx?&PropertyId=12234160&PidKey=1761853580

Staging Tip #20 - Making The Bed #homestaging #realestate #kw

I think it goes without saying that you need to make your bed before showings, however you need to ensure that you take extra care in how you present your bed, as it represents the room that you are selling. Add a bed skirt, new comforter, and decorative pillows to pull the bed together like a piece of art. Add extra standard pillows as well, fluff them, and stack them.

BTSH Creative Kitchen Solution - custom chalk/magnetic memo board

This client was concerned that the kitchen cabinets seems to end before the wall did, creating wasted wall space - solution? Rust-o-leum's Magnetic paint, teamed up with chalk board paint. The magnetic paint is a primer and can then be painted over in any colour/style desired. We chose a silver paint for the lower half of the space to create a memo board look, and chalk board paint for the upper half. This is now a great place for the family to make lists and attach notes and reminders.

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Staging Tip #21 - Define Every Space #homestaging #realestate #kw

Define every space – it is not unusual for your guest room to double as an office, and the sewing room double as the kids playroom, but for selling purposes, it is best to define each space explicitly. Choosing how to define each room can be tricky, but think of who your potential buyer market is and focus on areas that would suit their needs best.

Classic 1 1/2 storey home in Waterloo $289,900 MLS#1232106

Open house this Sat/Sun 2-4

http://www.realtor.ca/PropertyDetails.aspx?&PropertyId=12251386&PidKey=850335211

Staging Tip #22 - The Rule of 3's #homestaging #realestate #decorating

The Rule of 3’s – in decorator’s terms, grouping items in “3’s” tends to be visually appealing and can help to avoid over-decorating. Not all shelves/mantels etc need as many of 3 items, but remember to stop once you place that third piece.