Home Staging Photos 1813 Chelwood Park Blvd NE Listed by Cindy Chavez, Realty One of NM

Melinda Potcher, Design Consultant & Home Staging Specialist

MAPConsultants.houzz.com

 This is a great family home and is an "estate sale" in the NE Heights of Albuquerque.

 It's listed by Cindy Chavez, Realty One of NM, 505-280-0504, CChavez451@comcast.net

 There's a great family Room with space to lounge, play games and do homework.

 The kitchen is white, light and airy with plenty of space to move around to prepare meals.

 Couldn't you see yourself here?  Could you call this place "HOME"?

 Hall way has built-ins for extra storage

 Dining Area is expansive and right off the kitchen

 You could host large gatherings in this space.

 There are clear sight lines to the kitchen.

Furniture Provided by CORT Furniture Rental.
Photos by Sean Poi.

#7 The Art of Letting Go - You Want to Sell Your House, Right? #HomeStaginginAlbuquerque

Home Staging Tips and Suggestions by Melinda Potcher

http://MAPConsultants.houzz.com

There are three types of Home Sellers I work with;

#1 - I'm/We're in control, it's my/our house, it's my/our way or the highway

#2 - I/We have moved my/our ego to the side and detached, I/we am ready to let go and sell my/our house

#3 - I/We don't know what to think or what to expect, and I'm/We're going to "try" to go with the flow.  I/We have a "deer in the headlights mentality - I'm/We're frozen, and I/We need help.

There really is an art of letting go when it comes to selling your home.  You have to convince yourself it is no longer your nest, your abode, your refuge, your home.  The things you need to think about are basically that of a business person - Time, Money, Investment, Return on Investment.

When I meet with homeowners who are getting ready to list their homes for sale, some of them get really caught up and attached to personal items and especially decor/religious items within the home.  I want to encourage you to embrace the mindset of letting go.  If you continue to hold on the process will be more difficult for you.  Neither I nor your Realtor want you (or us) to have a negative experience.  Everyone wants everyone else to have a positive experience.  

If you have a collage of religious artifacts in every room, you may scare off some buyers in the pool for your property because they may not share similar beliefs.  It's nothing to be offended by - you want as many people as possible to feel welcome in the house you have listed for sale.

Same thing goes with collections of any kind - you may love frogs or beer steins or classic model cars.  When it comes to selling your real estate investment (it's not your home anymore if you really want to sell it), pack it up, let it go, and watch the process change.

Your Professional Home Stager (that would be me) and your Realtor want what is best for you and for your house.  If I suggest you consider repainting the lime green walls in your kitchen, don't take it personally, I only have your best interest at heart.  I want your house to sell quickly and for as much money as possible.  By and large, same thing goes for your Realtor and all the Realtors out there showing your house.  If you receive less than stellar feedback from Realtors showing your house, take a deep breath open your mind and consider what they are saying.  Try to be objective and see it from their perspective.  It's entirely possible it's one of two things;

#1 - Easy fix, I can do that, and I'm willing to do that to make the deal work and move forward.

#2 - Unrealistic expectations, I've consulted my Realtor and my Home Stager, and I'm not going to do that

There's a reason you hire a team of professionals to help you sell your house - they are your advisors, they are here to be of service and assistance to you and by all means, ask for their professional opinions.

#HomeStaginginAlbuquerque 3614 Calle del Sol NE Photos Listed by Bob Pennington, Keller Williams

This nicely remodeled gem is close to Nob Hill

 This is the formal living room and you can see the original hardwood floors.

 There are actually 2 rooms with a fireplace - the entry, and on the other side of the entry, the formal living room

 The photos were shot by Josh Frick of Fotovan

 The furniture for this home staging I did was provided by

 CORT Furniture Rental Albuquerque

 I think the kitchen may be my favorite room 

 Because there is a lot of natural light

 There is a timeless simplicity with the flat front cabinets

 The colorful backsplash and all white appliances.

 The dining area opens onto the back yard deck through a set of french doors

 It also holds an original built-in cabinet

 This is the entryway from the front door and the garage

 It's so much more than a foyer - it's a landing spot - a place to plug in your tech, sit down and take your shoes off and relax.

 The backyard is quiet and has lots of mature landscaping.

For more information, contact Bob Pennington, Keller Williams.

For information on #HomeStaginginAlbuquerque, please contact me;

#HomeStagerinAlbuquerque - New Staging, New Photos! 2936 Beach Rd NW, ABQ, NM 87104, Listed by Linda Joyce, Re/Max Elite

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	Linda Joyce mentioned you in a comment.     Linda Joyce March 15 at 12:02pm 2936 Beach Rd NW just sold this weekend because of your staging, Melinda Potcher! We've had a showing almost every day since it was listed a couple weeks ago! YOU are the BEST! xxxooo

I had the privilege of staging this "estate sale" listing for Linda Joyce of Re/Max Elite this past Monday.

It is a sprawling ranch with rustic charm,

expansive great room concept and

 large and luxurious Owners Suite with

Ensuite Bath.

You should definitely check it out!

#6 Condition, Price, Presentation – It’s a Balancing Act!

 Home Staging Tips and Suggestions by Melinda Potcher

http://MAPConsultants.houzz.com

The old adage I used to hear when I first got into the residential real estate industry here in New Mexico in 1994 (and I’m sure you have heard it before too) was “Location, Location, Location”.

Today, location still plays a part in the marketing of residential real estate as does “Condition, Price, and Presentation”.

Condition means addressing any deferred maintenance issues like fixing a hole in the wall to updating your kitchen and bathroom to appeal to today’s savvy buyer.  It means that when you hire a Realtor in preparation to put your house on the market, (and hopefully a professional home stager like me) that you take a critical and objective look at the overall condition of the property, inside and outside and make a plan to address all items that could be judged as significant in a potential purchaser’s decision when they are considering whether or not to buy your house, vs. the one down the street that has something more appealing.

You may also be advised to have a “pre-listing” home inspection to uncover any unseen repair issues and take care of those items prior to putting your house on the market for sale.  Realtors I talk to in the Albuquerque Metro Area say that pre-listing inspections that are performed on houses they list for sale tend to remove any sticking points once a house is pending and under contract.

Price means you have discussed values and comparable sales in your specific area with your Realtor, and based on the “comps” choose to price your home competitively with other properties that are currently available or have recently sold and closed.  Professional Realtors will tell you that even if you have significantly improved your home and spent time and money upgrading it, when pricing your home for sale serious considerations must be given to what the market will allow for your specific neighborhood. 

Example; A loved one in your family passed away and after inheriting their property, you make significant improvements like granite counter tops and extensive landscaping to make it more attractive to buyers.  Even though you may have spent $30,000 on these upgrades, you may not see a full return on your investment if the other houses in the neighborhood have minimal landscaping and perhaps tile or laminate counter tops.  This is where it is especially important to consult with a Realtor prior to making those improvements to get expert advice on how to improve the property and by how much.  A professional Home Stager and Design Consultant (Like Me) can also be of assistance and provide valuable information on the latest colors, fixtures and finishes to use when improving your property.

Presentation – We’ve all heard the cliché about first impressions, right?  This is where a Professional Home Stager (LIKE ME) and your Realtor really come in handy.  You have a very small window of time (typically less than 30 days, some say as little as 2 weeks) when you “hit the market” with your home for sale to grab local buyers and their Agents’ attention.  That means it is key to have done all the necessary things to make your house sparkle – from addressing condition issues, making recommended repairs and upgrades to hiring a professional Home Stager for a thorough consultation of how to present your home in its best light.  Last but certainly not least, hiring a professional photographer to shoot the MLS photos inside and outside and in the best lighting to showcase your house as “The One To Buy and Best on The Block”.

If you can have all three of these items in balance, Condition, Price, and Presentation you have put yourself in a position to have a positive selling experience.