Nairn Friemann's (nairn) Blog

After a challenging year in New York, buyers are returning to the marketplace in search of the best values. Price, location and terms are still key factors in any sale, but never before have condition and presentation been so important. Savvy real estate agents are collaborating with professional...

Congratulations to Carol Halt, Senior Vice President & Associate Broker at Barak Realty in New York, who was recently honored with top awards at her firm: WINNER BARAK 2009 BEST IN CUSTOMER SERVICE WINNER BARAK 2009 DEAL OF THE YEAR WINNER BARAK 2009 #2 TOP PRODUCER Carol has built her reputation...

  It is such an honor to have been nominated for RESA’s 2010 Industry Award for Stager Pro. As president of Ingenuity & Pizzazz, Inc. I have been a home stager for over six years, and it has been quite a journey for all of us who got started in “the beginning.” It has been exciting to witness the...

As president of Ingenuity & Pizzazz, Inc. I have met hundreds of real estate agents and collaborate with some of New York City’s top brokers. With all the media attention home staging has captured over the past few years, I would think that all real estate agents would be advocates for home stagi...

As a very experienced stager and president of Ingenuity & Pizzazz, Inc., (I have collaborated with home sellers and real estate agents in the staging and marketing of over $500 million in real estate in the Tri-state area), I feel the need to comment on the issue of hiring a home stager, based on...

Certified Staging Professionals is widely recognized as North America’s leading staging training company. The three-day intensive training program, including a ...

Today we all begin a new year, full of hope and resolutions. This year, 2008, is a universal #1 year in numerology (2 + 8 = 10 = 1) and signifies not only a new year but the beginning of a new nine year cycle. Wow, I know I want to get it started with positive energy! I’ve just re-read a book on ...

    What is the one common feature in rooms showcased in decorating magazines, regardless of design style? Floral Accents! Everyone would agree that flowers and plants are beautiful decorative accents to these stylish rooms. B...