Preparing to sell your home? Assemble a top-tier team to optimize your chances for a swift and profitable sale. This indispensable trio should comprise a seasoned home stager, a skilled real estate photographer, and a Realtor whose top commitment is your interests. In Part 1, we delved into choosing the perfect home stager. Now, let’s navigate the search for the ideal Realtor. Drawing insights from two Realtors I’ve collaborated with, we’ll explore the hallmarks of a commendable Realtor. These professionals Read more […]
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5 Steps to Attract Your Ideal Customer and Increase Your Vacation Rental Income
Would you like to attract your ideal customer and increase your vacation rental income? Whether you have a Bed and Breakfast or other vacation rental, it is important to have your property stand out online to attract the guests you want and make the income you want. Learn more by listening to this interview with Mary Ann Benoit on Seward Public Radio’s “Market Minute” with Nicole Lawrence.For additional information, see my blog articles on Increasing your Vacation Rental Income and Bookings with Read more […]
Will Buyers Love Your For Sale 1980’s Home?
Considering selling your 1980’s home? Want to modernize it to attract younger buyers without breaking the bank? It’s crucial to identify updates that yield a return on investment. Consult with your realtor on worthwhile upgrades. On one home staging project, I revitalized an ’80s home by painting the interior, updating the carpet, lighting, master bath countertop, and some hardware. I swapped out older furniture for trendy rental pieces, added modern art, and introduced vibrant colors. The Read more […]
Saving Money on Home Staging will Cost You
Every initial inquiry about home staging usually begins with, “What’s the cost?” Likewise, if you offer a service or product, you’ve likely been asked the same. While the cost of home staging might catch some off guard, it’s essential to consider its value. Thinking it’s “too expensive” is relative. Compared to the price drop on your home? It’s a wise investment! “Home staging is more expensive than I expected.” More expensive compared to what? Not your first price reduction. I completely Read more […]
How a Silly Facebook Quiz Changed My Life
Here is the crazy story of how I started Northern Lights Home Staging and Design.You never know when inspiration will hit. The question is, will you take action and do something about it? My inspiration came in a surprising way, from one of those silly “Facebook” quizzes. You know, one of those games that tell you who you were in a past life or what your handwriting says about you etc. One day I played “What is your true profession”. The answer was “Designer”. Read more […]
Home Sellers, Build Your Home Selling Team! Part 1- Find a Home Stager
Ready to put your home on the market? Assemble a top-notch team to ensure a smooth and profitable sale. Your squad should include an expert home stager, a skilled real estate photographer, and a Realtor who excels in marketing and truly champions your interests. Wondering how to pick the perfect team? Begin with your home stager. I recommend taking the initiative as a seller to make this selection. Choose the best in the business! For insights on why this matters, check out my blog post titled Why Read more […]
Are You Living the Life the Universe Wants You to Live?
There Will Only Ever Be One of You There is only one of you in all the world. There will only ever be one. You are here to do what you alone are meant to do for the world in your unique way. Are you doing it?One thing I have learned over the last year is that there is a reason I am here. That is to do what I am meant to do in my unique way, because no one else can do it like me. It is funny. I was doing a home staging job the other day and the client asked what made me special. It Read more […]
Home Staging is Like Meeting the Person you Want to Marry on Your First Date
You know it when you see it.Whether it is the right person or the right house for you, your gut instinct will tell you it is right. Then your logical brain will come up with all the reasons to support the decision you already made.The person or the home has made an emotional connection with you and that is all she wrote.If you are the one selling, how do you make the emotional connection with buyers?Home Staging. Home staging is the art of decorating a home to sell Read more […]
How to Sell Your House Stress-Free…..or Not
Selling your home? It can be very stressful. Or not.Regardless of the circumstances, these tips can make selling your home a reason to celebrate rather than a reason to get stressed out.It doesn’t matter if it is a buyers market or a seller’s market.It doesn’t matter if you are moving because it is a great opportunity or because you are being forced to.Selling doesn’t have to be stressful. Who wants to be ready at a moment’s notice to leave a let a realtor show the Read more […]
Do You Do These Dumb Things When Selling Your Home?
When you decide to sell your house, of course, you want to make the most money on the sale and sell fast. My house is my biggest asset. I bet it is for you too. It is important to hire the best person for the job to get the best results. After all, if you had a brain tumor, would you go to someone who does cosmetic surgery and expect them to get the job done? If you needed a tooth pulled, would you ask your neighbor? Maybe if they were a dentist. Invest in the right person. Make sure they Read more […]