Should You Stage Your Own Home? Or Hire a Pro?

An inviting front entrance like this colorful one -- so important for curb appeal --  is easy to stage by basic staging principles.  So I wa...

The Pros and Cons of Renting Your Home on the Market

When my friend Christina’s husband accepted a job out of state, they knew they’d be moving. Soon. With all their furniture.  One of the real...

How Container Plantings Can Help You Sell Your Home

I'm forever singing the praises of silk plants and flowers, but when it comes to adding curb appeal with real, fresh flowers in containe...

Setting Goals -- Six Steps That Get Results

I used this silly photo to remind me of the life I wanted. Is selling your home one of the goals you hope to accomplish in 2012? If so, can ...

Bedroom Staging: DIY Headboard and Make-Believe Bed

Do you need to stage an empty bedroom, or make a glam headboard to gussy up a drab bed? You've probably seen photos and tutorials for DI...

How January Is Good To Home Stagers

My father-in-law had a tradition of opening wide the front door on New Year's Eve to welcome the new year. Are you ready for the adventu...

Tips for Storing Stuff Off-Site.

Have you ever rented a self-storage unit? I have. A few times. When we were selling a residence. It's kind of a hassle, but it sure help...