Oregon's Spotlight on Home Staging and Real Estate

When advising clients about preparing their home for showings and open houses, I always say to remove all evidence of pets - including the pets themselves.  If the pet is locked up in the garage or backyard, those areas will be hard to show, so it's always best to have them off to "visit grandma"...

Many homes have quirks, odd areas or challenging floor plans that can cause buyers to say “what were they thinking?” or “that’s odd”!  When showing your home for sale, these are the last thoughts you want to be going through buyers’ minds!  Over 90% of home buyers cannot visualize the potential o...

We can’t think of a better way to welcome spring than by attending the Wednesday Farmers' Market in downtown Salem on Chemeketa Street NE between Liberty and High streets!  Even if it’s a little overcast or drizzly, it always a fun experience! If you haven’t visited the market previously, you’re ...

My blogs have been sparse lately -- and some loyal readers have commented -- what are you up to?   Is everything okay?  How's the real estate market in Oregon lately? Well -- we've been having some great things happening in the real estate and staging part of our world  --   New clients, new rea...

Thinking of selling your home this spring and summer?  If homes continue selling at the current rate it would take from 11-21 months to sell the homes already listed in our local areas.  With so much competition for home buyer's attention, what will set your home apart from others? Did you know t...

What Fun to be able to collaborate with Ticor Title and do this seminar for them.  We (Liz and I) are looking forward to this opportunity to present to many realtors we haven't met before!  ~Join Ticor Title for a Series of STAGING Classes for Area Real Estate Professionals ~  Help your seller e...

You won’t believe what home was under contract in less than 30 days with a great offer and no contingencies!     Of course – it looked like this when it went on the market and caused a buzz from day one about how great it looked!     While discussing the real estate market with a realtor from ano...

Economic stimulus – popular buzzwords these days, but how does it apply to me or my business?  How has the new Stimulus bill affected the tax credits for energy efficient home improvements?  Are there funds available and how do I find out if I qualify?  Is there a tax credit for new homes?   Thes...

  That may be how long it takes us from over-reacting and preparing to think before we speak, but –   it’s also how many seconds you have to make a great first impression on that potential home buyer!       Within seconds, buyers have formed a strong first impression – one that’s hard to change! ...

Thinking about putting your home on the market?  Don't worry . . . People will understand you are getting ready to move and see past your "stuff".                             We all live busy lives and after all -- you've got to live there while it's still for sale right?               Serious bu...