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03/09/2022

Is minimalism in for 2022? Going beyond the Marie Kondo phase, still sparking Joy, but with a more sustainable and healthy approach. It's about removing clutter and using your time and energy for the things that remain. Being mindful of what people, items and experiences you choose to allow in your life.
Why am I sharing the idea of minimalism and how does it apply to Staging?
One of the steps I take in the staging process is leaving the homeowner with a list of "homework" for them to accomplish before for my next staging visit. More often than not it includes a note about organizing, pre packing and removing "clutter" if you will. We are intentionally keeping items for use and display, leaving lots of extra space and giving the buyer the room to imagine how they would use and fill that space.
Buyers need to feel the home as spacious, clean and clutter free.

Next up, clean Clean, CLEAN!

03/08/2022

Here are a couple before and afters from a January staging we completed. The home was under contract in four days with a successful closing shortly thereafter.
The goal of staging is to help get the property sold in the shortest amount of time. Great photos are an important aspect to the listing process. Staging is sometimes moving a sofa. Sometimes it means paint. Sometimes it's just help with de-cluttering. I'm here to help!!

10/14/2021

This room had been used as an office, TV watching and reading room just off the Master. It sported the same paint, carpet and color scheme. Though it has several windows with beautiful views, it felt dark because of the heavy window treatments and blinds. The homeowner removed all of the window treatments, fresh coat of paint and new carpet. I then took out all of the furniture with the exception of the comfortable leather recliner. A large repurposed vintage desk with a view of the lake is all this room needs for a very comfortable yet useful home office.

10/14/2021

This bedroom was painted a pale mauve hue. Green wall to wall carpet. Heavy floor to ceiling drapes. The bed pictured is a full size bed and though small its placement made the room feel very small.
New carpet, new paint, no window coverings and now even with a King bed, the room is bright and feels large!!

06/08/2021

The past few weeks have been a whirlwind of activity both with staging, property management and just life!! If you haven't already check out my Instagram . The day to day adventures of me and Zoe in the staging assault vehicle can be entertaining. Here is a home that I staged for Idaho Luxe. Photo credit to Kit Mitchell Photography.

04/25/2021

Finally got to the finish line of the office refresh we did for ! We worked with the existing office wall color, moved the big desk to the center of the room and anchored with a large beautiful rug. Inspiration came from the existing vintage cabinet that was lost under random stacks of paper. I painted a large dresser Caviar black by giving Allison a place to put away the extra papers and files that she needs. The room is now free of clutter, warm and welcoming for her clients as well as a comfortable place to work.

04/13/2021

Here's the listing for the darling house I staged last week. What a great location with a huge fully fenced back yard. Walking or pedaling distance to the bike path, Dub's!, the park's.

Property 923 Pine St., Sandpoint, 83864 has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with 1314 square feet.

04/13/2021

This property won't last long. Privacy, beautiful view of HooDoo Mountain, horse pastures, an established fenced organic garden. The house has tons of space.
Contact Allison Hagman!

For Sale: 4 bed, 3 bath, 2,856 SQFT ∙ $849,000 ∙ 577 Meadowlark Lane, Oldtown, ID 83822 ∙ Coeur D'Alene MLS # 21-3011 ∙ This is the one you have been waiting for! 4 BR/3 Bath solidly constructed and meticulously cared for home on 19.81 acres. Main floor master bedroom and bath with an open f...

01/26/2021

Tracie's Tuesday thoughts.
Listing your home?
Should I hire a stager?
Will she criticize my stuff? My decorating style?
Is she going to recommend updates that I don't think are necessary?

This is a great time to sell!!

*Yes!! Work with your agent to bring a stager on board.
*No criticism here! Your style works for you and your family. You love your decor!! I'm here to help the next family picture themselves there.
*Some updates do translate in to a faster sale ie; paint, lighting, curb appeal. Editing the items in your home limits the amount of distraction a buyer feels when they are in your personal space.

I'm here to help!!
Give me a call, send me a message and let's get started!!