Northern Lights Home Staging and Design of Seward Alaska Awarded Best of Houzz 2018 Over 35 Million Monthly Unique Users Nominated Best Home Building, Remodeling and Design Professionals in North America and Around the World Seward, Alaska, January 17, 2018 – Northern Lights Home Staging and Design of Seward, Alaska has won “Best Of… Continue reading Northern Lights Home Staging and Design wins Best of Houzz 2018 for Customer Service!
Author: Mary Ann Benoit
President- Northern Lights Home Staging and Design
Owner- Arctic Paradise Bed and Breakfast
Artist- Stained Glass, Jewelry and Alcohol Ink Art
Wildlife Biologist
Director- Kaleido World Percussion and Dance Company
Director- Tavus Dance Company of Alaska
Lover of music, art, dance and animals.
FAQ’s For Home Sellers- What is Home Staging?
What is Home Staging? Wondering if there is a magic wand that you could wave at your house to make it sell fast and for more? Well, there is! It is called home staging. Find out “What is home staging” in this video on FAQ’s for Home Sellers on Home Staging. What is home staging?… Continue reading FAQ’s For Home Sellers- What is Home Staging?
Staging the Stager’s House
One of my favorite home staging jobs was when I staged another home stagers house. What??? Yes, even home stagers can benefit from home staging when selling their house! Why? Two reasons: One of the most valuable aspects of home staging is getting that objective view of your for-sale home that a home stager can… Continue reading Staging the Stager’s House
Why Your House Won’t Sell
There are many reasons why your house won’t sell. Common reasons include condition, buyer appeal, price, marketing, market conditions and you! To sell a home fast and for the price you want, it has to appeal to buyers! Buyers want a move in ready property that is clean, modern, well maintained and that they make… Continue reading Why Your House Won’t Sell
Out with the Old- Ten Ways to Make Your House Beautiful in 2018
It’s a new year. Why not make a resolution to make your house beautiful! But how! Here are ten ways to make your house beautiful in 2018. Make a Plan You are much more likely to get the end result you want if you start with a plan. Many people just start buying things they like, hoping… Continue reading Out with the Old- Ten Ways to Make Your House Beautiful in 2018
My Life as a Home Stager
Ever wondered what life as a home stager is like? How I Became a Home Stager Many years ago I got a degree in Interior Design, and although I used it on some jobs and always loved it, my life took a different path and I became a wildlife biologist. Three years ago, I decided… Continue reading My Life as a Home Stager
How much does home staging cost and who pays for it?
How much does it cost is usually the first question I get from home sellers! A better question might be can home staging help me sell faster and for more! Think of home staging as an investment, rather than a cost. Home Staging is an Investment. Which House Would You Rather Buy? Before Home Staging… Continue reading How much does home staging cost and who pays for it?
How Home Staging Works. FAQs for Realtors
FAQs for Realtors on Home Staging You are interested in selling your listing fast and getting the most money for your client, aren’t you? I’de like to show you how with the following FAQs for Realtors on home staging. FAQs for Realtors on Home Staging – What you need to know about cost, time, value,… Continue reading How Home Staging Works. FAQs for Realtors
Interview with Mary Ann Benoit-Seward Public Radio
Mary Ann Benoit was honored to be asked to do an interview on Seward Public Radio last night with host Beck Dunn. She was the first guest on the “Knot so Fast” radio show. They talked about a wide range of topics including bats, wildlife, home staging and design, using home staging to increase your… Continue reading Interview with Mary Ann Benoit-Seward Public Radio
What is the Value of Home Staging? FAQs for Realtors
Can home staging help me sell my listing faster and for more money? Various reports publish statistics on the benefits and value of home staging. A 2017 report by the National Association of Realtors states that at least 50% of Realtors think staging increases the dollar amount buyers will offer to pay by between 1… Continue reading What is the Value of Home Staging? FAQs for Realtors