How to Stage a Property During the Winter Market

Here in the Chicago area winter can be brutal, especially when it comes to buying and selling real estate. While this is considered the slow season for the market, it can be a crucial time for a home seller to sell quickly. According to an article from Realtor.com, “in the winter, there are fewer homes…

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[Before + After] Staging a Hinsdale Property Comeback

Flipping a property can be a gamble, not only do you have to find a good deal, but you have to complete the rehab in a timely manner, relist the property and find the perfect buyer. Having a good team, behind your flipping business is an understatement — you’ll need a contract, real estate agent, lender,…

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Should I Sell My Home During the Holidays

Often times preparing a home for sale takes a back seat to the holiday season. It’s already a stressful time with all the holiday decorating, gift-giving and entertaining. Why have the added stress of selling a home during the jolliest of seasons, when it’s a slow-time for the real estate market to begin with. Yes,…

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[Before + After]Small Tweaks Sold This Home Quickly

We recently were hired to stage a Glen Ellyn, Illinois home for one client looking to sell their property quickly for the biggest return on their investment. Here at Chicagoland Home Staging we couldn’t wait to transform this space with a few small tweaks to highlight each room, while still creating one cohesive look throughout…

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How to Stage a Bookcase Like a Pro

While built-in bookcases, shelves and storage can be a highlight of a room, these surfaces can easily accumulate clutter overtime, leaving a homebuyer feeling overwhelmed when touring the property. Here at Chicagoland Home Staging, we don’t want the homebuyer caught up looking at what’s displayed on the shelves, rather we want them to feel comfortable…

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#RESACON2018 Inspire and Implement

Chicagoland’s Margaret Gehr and Kathy Lobkovich, had the opportunity to head to Las Vegas for the 2018 RESA Convention last month to learn and interact with some of the industry’s most influential leaders. The RESA Convention is the real estate staging industry’s annual convention known for it’s diverse line-up of speakers, who are carefully selected…

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[Before + After] Cottage Style Home Staged in Burr Ridge

We recently had the opportunity to stage an affordable Burr Ridge Illinois home for our client, who needed an amazing home staging transformation to show off the property’s value. Here at Chicagoland Home Staging we were excited to highlight the positive features of the home, including it’s amazing views looking out over a valley of trees and…

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5 Must Have Accessories to Dress Up Your Outdoor Space

Staging decor doesn’t stop at the patio door. It’s important to treat your outdoor spaces like an extension of the home showcasing stylish patio furniture, colorful accessories, outdoor lighting, and privacy. Here at Chicagoland Home Staging we know how to accessorize your Naperville home’s outdoor spaces to connect with a home buyer. According to a…

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Mixing Patterns Helps Showcase a Naperville Home

To begin using patterned elements inside a room it’s important to start small. Rather than utilizing bold, graphic, eye-catching prints that can be a bit overwhelming in a property for sale, here at Chicagoland Home Staging we pair designs with similar colors to set the tone of the room. When pulling inventory for a staging day,…

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4 Ways to Stage an Office Space in Your Naperville Home

The number of people who want to work from home or remotely has grown significantly in the last few years, making an office space inside the property an important room to highlight in a home for sale. In a recent report from FlexJobs, there are now 3.9 million Americans or 2.9% of the total US workforce who…

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