Flipping Homes for Profit
Tuesday June 22nd 2010, 7:47 pm
Filed under: interior decorating training

Flipping homes for immediate profit has become a trend across the country. A few things to consider when purchasing a home to “flip” is to look for homes in a good marketable area. The neighborhood, job market and schools are your top considerations when you need to sell quickly. Make sure that there are no major repairs. Foundation, wiring and plumbing are all pricey and will suck up your profits fast. Go for the more “st (more…)



Contemporary Furniture
Sunday June 20th 2010, 7:47 pm
Filed under: interior decorating training

Contemporary furniture can compliment any type of room in a house with a distinctive look that truly defines modern furniture. With its simple, sleek lines and uncluttered appeal, modern designs for interior dwellings has its enthusiasts for everything from kitchen appliances to contemporary bedroom furniture. (more…)



A Unique Way of Interior Decorating
Sunday June 20th 2010, 7:46 pm
Filed under: interior decorating training

When Rooms TO Go first opened their doors in 1991, who would have thought that they would forever change the way the we as consumers do our furniture shopping. By employing top quality and highly trained staff they not only provide you with unparalleled service but also give you the opportunity to have a designer look in your home without having to pay the exorbitant fees.

And how do they do that? – You ask. And ask y (more…)



The Easiest Way to Prevent Bankrupting Your Home Staging Business…stop Giving “free Estimates”!
Thursday June 17th 2010, 7:47 pm
Filed under: interior decorating training

When I ask many real estate agents today about the state of the market and its effect on their income, I often get an earful about tiny, intermittent commission checks and complaints of record breaking gas prices cutting into already bleak profits. Things aren’t great for many in the front lines selling real estate right now.

However, if you’re a home stager, chances are you are building your (more…)



Home Staging Inspection at a Glance
Wednesday June 16th 2010, 7:46 pm
Filed under: interior decorating training

We will start with the “hard” surfaces of the home first. You should check all walls for holes that need patching, etc. This is a must as buyers will shy away from repairs such as these. If you have chipped or cracked tile in your flooring then repair these right away as well. Your countertops should be inspected carefully for chips and cut marks. Cabinetry that is weathered or outdated can be “spruced” up with a bit of ora (more…)