Does the homeowner have any input in the staging and design process?

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Our clients have hired us because they trust our professional experience and expertise. We value our clients and their opinions. We take all recommendations and requests from our clients into consideration when staging a home. Our goal is to get the best outcome possible for them. We can also accommodate custom furniture when needed.

Answer: Always
Explanation: I love the homeowner input and I play off that.

Answer: Always
Explanation: During our Free consultation we go over the whole process and we ask our clients' input.

Answer: Always
Explanation: When staging a home, I remind homeowners that we are staging for buyers' tastes, but they ultimately decide their budget and how much or how little they want to do. However, if I'm redesigning rooms for clients who are not moving, their personal preferences are of paramount importance, since they are the ones who will be living in the space. I offer design advice and guidance, but the plan we come up with is always a collaborative effort.

Answer: Always
Explanation: Yes, the homeowner is the ultimate decision maker.

Answer: Always
Explanation: The homeowner always has direct input in the staging and design project and we take our cues from you. You, the seller, set the boundaries. If there is something that you are emotionally connected to and you really think it should stay in the home, we will share our recommendations and reasons with you but ultimately our goal is that you the client are happy with your staged home and that it appeals to as many buyers as possible.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: I am happy to discuss the staging and design process with home owners and realtors; however, after nine years in the staging business, I can quickly design my stagings to make the house very appealing to prospective buyers.

Answer: Always
Explanation: Of course!

Answer: Rarely
Explanation: I am a trained professional and know what today's buyers are looking for. Staging is so different from redesign, so I usually do not ask for the homeowners input. I will however get the homeowners consent on moving or removing certain items in the home or if it is okay to add nail holes to hang updated art.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: The purpose of having a home staged is to highlight the great features of a home and downplay the not so great features. Also to create emotional connections to make a potential buyer fall in love with the home. A home stager will know how to accomplish this and it may not always be how a homeowner wants to see their home. Taking down family photos is usually not popular with a homeowner, but you want a potential buyer to see themselves in your home and not you.

Answer: Always
Explanation: Absolutely. I will let them know what is ideal and then they will let me know what is practical. They have to live in their homes and I don't want the staging to be an obstacle for them.

Answer: Always
Explanation: During the consultation we always ask the homeowner their thoughts especially on pieces of furniture, if there is something that you have to have in a certain room then we will work with it. The actual design process is slightly different as we are looking to optimize the home's potential for buyers not necessarily for the best living practice. We may move some pieces to make the focal points stand out more but we always explain to the homeowners why we are doing that.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Absolutely! In some cases, the homeowner has fresh ideas to share. In other cases, the homeowner just needs a pair of fresh, objective eyes.

Answer: Rarely
Explanation: They hire me because I am the professional. Some homeowners think they can "Stage" their own homes but usually fall short.

Answer: Always
Explanation: To some point - in what they would like to see - the stager will make recommendations and help choose the right furnishings.

Answer: Always
Explanation: A stager provides professional advice that, when taken, allows a home to appeal to the greatest number of prospective home buyers. The home seller always has final say as to what projects they would like to take on. However, the more steps they take to prepare their house for the market, the faster they will sell, and for more.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: If the home is still occupied the home owners need to be involved so they can continue to live there after the staging is complete.

Answer: Rarely
Explanation: They hire us because we are the experts. Many times the home owner does not agree on the design, but when they trust us they see that we work magic.

Answer: Always
Explanation: The homeowner always discusses with the stager how they want the process to go to receive expected results

Answer: Always
Explanation: The homeowner is always the boss! We work for them! Always.

Answer: Always
Explanation: The homeowner has the final say in what projects and services are implemented at all times. Stagers are there to help the homeowner to the end result and will offer advice and options which the seller can choose or not choose.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: most homeowners are too attached to their home as a home, not as a separate entity that they are trying to get the best price for

Answer: Rarely
Explanation: Staging is a creative process. A trained and professional stager is educated on what is necessary to stage a home to get the best results. Some stagers may have the owner provide input, but it's rare.

Answer: Always
Explanation: The home owner always has input during the staging and design process, but, since staging is merchandising and not decorating, the stager provides the guidance required to properly merchandise any space.

Answer: Always
Explanation: I always take into consideration the homeowners suggestions and input.

Answer: Never
Explanation: The reason being the homeowner is too attached to the home. The stager are professional and they know what the buyers are looking for in a home. They will stage for that purpose only, where as the homeowners may stage with their emotions.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: The truth is a large number homeowners can not see their home objectively. Home Staging is not decorating for the homeowner, but rather de-personalizing the space to appeal to the largest audience of potential buyers.