Hot Winter Staging Ideas
Staging is a good idea no matter the season, but each season brings its own staging strategy. In winter months, your staging goal is to create visual appeal and warmth. Think cozy, inviting and an escape from the cold. If…
The Why, What and How of Decluttering Before You Sell
I bet you’ve either seen it on TV, read it in an article or heard it from a friend — you must declutter your home before you sell it. In Prince William County, the real estate market is excellent, so…
Selling a Home When a Loved One Dies
When you lose a family member, the hole it leaves in your life can be unbearable. You’re missing them, trying to continue living your life and upholding responsibilities, and on top of this you are responsible for selling their home…
Small Staging Projects = Big Payoffs!
Often when people hear me mention staging projects, they assume they have to hire a professional stager and let them take over their home. Not at all! Staging is more than just arranging furniture and YOU can accomplish much of…
7 Tips for First-Time Home Sellers
Buying your first home is always so exciting. There’s nothing to sell! There’s just your belongings to pack up and go with you into your new dream home. Selling, on the other hand, can feel a little more daunting. You’ve…
Selling a Home With Pets
I know. Your pets are like your children, right? But pets can make keeping a home spic and span for showings a true challenge, can’t they? Many of my clients are concerned about how their home will show because of…
Avoid a Home Staging Nightmare: 5 Things You Should Never Do
If you’re like most home sellers, your list of things to do before putting your home on the market is a mile long. Things can get hectic, and it’s easy to lose sight of what potential buyers want. So, as…
10 Tips for Selling a Small Home
If you think your house won’t sell because it’s small, think again. ALL size homes are marketable and can be sold! You just need to know how to play it right. Instead of focusing on the low square footage (which…
5 Things NOT to Do When Selling Your Home
The Internet is loaded with tips on how to prepare your home for sale. Declutter, paint, declutter some more, update your kitchen, and on and on. Sometimes we’re so focused on what we should do that we overlook some big…
What You Need to Know Before Selling Your Home
Many people who are getting ready to sell their home wonder if they should sell it themselves or choose an agent. If you’re jumping into the real estate market as a home owner, there are some things you need to…