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2009
Bevin has been working putting some statistics together for a new flyer and I have to say that even I am impressed. First Impressions has been busy this year and thankfully we've got some great stats to prove it. It is hard to argue with hard facts and numbers... Staging turns listings into S...
06/30/2009
Last week I received an email from a past client. Two years ago we staged her downtown Charleston loft and in less than a month it went under contract. The deal was supposed to be a lease to own, but apparently things didn't go exactly as planned with the economy and banking being what they are...
06/26/2009
I thought this blog (see reblog below) was well written regarding the need for research before getting into the staging industry. Anytime you are going to put out money for a training in a given profession, research is paramount. Gary Barnett recently commented on another one of my blogs regar...
06/26/2009
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This seems to be the philosophy of so many new staging training providers that are popping up in the industry these days. Have you noticed how many there are? Because many businesses are struggling, and of course staging training is a 'cash cow', they have decided to throw their hats into the r...
06/25/2009
This is the mentality of today's buyer - particularly the younger first time buyer. Move in ready is the name of the game.... Do your listings meet this guideline? Did you know that * 72% of a buyer's first impression of a home can be controlled through proper staging techniques? * Home Equit...
06/24/2009
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That's right! I've been enjoying my new position with CSP. I have had some great fun working with so many dynamic people. One of my responsibilities has been training fantastic professionals on how to educate agents to the importance of the staging process in real estate. Our new Elite course...
06/24/2009
It can be difficult to make a decision when you are researching companies. If you are not happy with your return on investment for the training you received, or if you simply aren't feeling confident in what you learned, or you simply are not making the income you want...consider upgrading to a ...
06/18/2009
I had a call tonight from an agent who was having a little frustration. One of his listings actually received an offer and a ratified contract from a client who he also has a listing for.... (wild, huh?) The seller (who is also the buyer on another of his listings) isn't sure that staging reall...
06/17/2009
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Every month we will be adding to this series. Parts 2 & 3 are available in the May 2009 & June 2009 newsletters on our website. (June is being added today, so if it's not there when you look, check back tomorrow!) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------...
06/16/2009
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This morning our newsletter went out and it has already been wildly successful! That is very exciting for me as I remember a few years ago sitting at the computer ready to write my first one. I was nervous as to how it would be received and even more nervous about the committment of spending $5...
06/16/2009
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Melissa Marro
Jacksonville Real Estate and Home Staging
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Author Bio: Melissa Marro, Home Staging Industry leader, Realtor, and entrepreneur offers a unique perspective on New Home Construction, Resale Residential Real Estate, and Home Staging