Michele Civanich, Home Selling Specialist

06/20/2026

🏡✨ 5 Staging Tips That Sell Homes Faster ✨🏡

Ready to get your listing SOLD? Here are 5 home-staging tips that buyers can’t resist:

✨ Declutter & Depersonalize – Help buyers envision themselves living there by removing personal items and unnecessary clutter.

🎨 Stick to Neutral Colors – Neutral tones appeal to more buyers and create a fresh, inviting space.

🛋️ Rearrange Furniture for Flow – Arrange furniture to highlight the home’s best features and improve overall flow.

💡 Brighten It Up – Open curtains, add lighting, and keep spaces bright and welcoming to enhance visual appeal.

🌿 Add Fresh Touches – Plants, flowers, or fresh towels add warmth and life, making the home instantly inviting.

Which tip will you use first? Let us know in the comments! 👇



Michele Civanich, BHHS Executive Group, 219.771.1337

06/19/2026

More inventory for buyers and a need for better strategy for sellers—welcome to the balanced market. Learn how to navigate these new conditions with confidence and realism in this blog post.

Read it here: https://www.bhhs.com/blog/blog-detail/2026/6/what-a-%E2%80%9Cmore-balanced-market%E2%80%9D-actually-means-for-buyers-and-sellers.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social_media&utm_campaign=soci&utm_date=June2026

Got questions? Feel free to reach out.

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06/18/2026

Your household items could be more valuable than you think. Here are some tips for repurposing to save.

For many of us, mom’s ‘use-it-up, make-it-last, wear-it-out’ mantra was our introduction to thriftin...

06/17/2026

"In the country, I feel like I can breathe. I find that I’m more creative and I get more done." - Faith Hill

Michele Civanich, BHHS Executive Group, 219.771.1337

06/17/2026

“Mom, what were the dream home luxuries in the ‘90s?”

Let’s take a little tour.

06/15/2026

In today’s market, the median "Days on Market" is sitting at 52 days - but the best homes are gone in 14. Are you on the "off-market" list yet?

Michele Civanich, BHHS Executive Group, 219.771.1337

06/15/2026

Negotiation is about more than just the sales price. Are you utilizing the right tools to close the deal? Explore how credits and buydowns are changing the game in this blog post before making your move.

Read it here: https://www.bhhs.com/blog/blog-detail/2026/6/should-you-ask-for-seller-concessions-in-today%E2%80%99s-market-.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social_media&utm_campaign=soci&utm_date=June2026

Have questions? Don’t hesitate to reach out.

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06/13/2026

Which book on your bookshelf have you been meaning to finally read? 📚

Michele Civanich, BHHS Executive Group, 219.771.1337

06/11/2026

Have you eaten at this Pizza restaurant yet? It's one of the highest rated in La Porte!

Michele Civanich, BHHS Executive Group, 219.771.1337

Pizza in La Porte, IN

06/11/2026

With AI dominating headlines, it may be surprising to learn that homebuyers aren’t actively chasing homes packed with cutting‑edge tech. Instead, demand is rising modestly for practical upgrades that enhance convenience, security, and efficiency—features like video doorbells and smart thermostats. The Snap explores buyer attitudes toward AI and home technology.

Read the report at www.BHHS.com/reports?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social_media&utm_campaign=soci&utm_date=June2026

Get in touch if you’d like to dive deeper.

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