Spruce Grove Real Estate - HEATHER M JOYES - August

Heather Joyes - Associate
RE/MAX Real Estate
16 Westgrove Drive, Spruce Grove, Alberta
P: 780-962-8580F: 780-962-8998
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A Few Tips for Staging your Home

There is a big difference between having your home decorated for your lifestyle and staging a home for sale. Staging has become an important tool when it comes to selling your home and your realtor may suggest it as a way to help your property appeal to a wider range of buyers. It usually results in a quicker sale and for more money. It is important to remember that buyers are looking at houses for a space suitable for them, and they need to see the home as that potential.

Curb Appeal

* The lawn and yard should be trimmed and flowerbeds weed free
   and looking their best.
* The walk ways clean and in good condition.
* Taking away any extra items, lawn ornaments etc… and put away
   yard tools to create an easy to keep impression.

Inside your Home
• It is best during the selling process to create a clean spacious
   looking environment.
• Arrange the furniture to create good flow through the home.
• Since you are moving anyway, why not start to pack up some of
   your personal items and extra furniture pieces now! It will save you
   some packing later on.
• In the Kitchen begin by removing items from your counter tops and
   put away dishes to let people see the counter space before
   showings.
• Living room, pack away things like family pictures and items that
   would prevent a potential buyer from seeing themselves and their
   belongings in the house.
• Some new toss cushions can freshen up the room.
• Bathrooms, clear away personal use items and put out some pretty
   towels and nice soaps.
• Bedrooms should be tidy beds made up and laundry put away.
• Closets should be neat and tidy pack up unneeded clothing and
   items to create a spacious feeling in the closet.
• Let the sun shine in open up blinds and drapery.

These are just a few tips on staging your home for sale. It takes a bit of work on your part or your Home Stager can do the work for you, by using what you already own and even bringing in furniture and accessories to stage your home with.

Remember ” Your home will never get a second chance to make a first impression”.

Written by Shelley Cronin

780-235-1800 www.shelleycronin.com

Email shelley@shelleycronin.com

How to Light up your Space Shelley Cronin Design

You can fill a space with wonderful pieces of furniture and accessories, but if it your room doesn’t have the correct lighting elements in it, your space can be left feeling feel flat, cold and uninviting, and not to mention dark.

The two main sources of lighting are Natural Light and Artificial light. Lighting can affect how a space is used and its character.

How you light your kitchen and bathroom is completely different than lighting your living room or dining room. It can also affect the way color in the room is viewed. Every space should include as many different sources as you can provide it is suggested at least 7 if possible.

Natural light can come from Window or skylights
Artificial light can be provided through Table Lamps, floor lamps, overhead pot lights, chandeliers, sconces, track lights and under mount lighting.

The different types of lighting used all provide different needs to a space.

Ambient/General Lighting Illuminates a room uniformly and provide lighting for the whole room, (such as a light in the center of the ceiling).
Task Lighting This is more local lighting like table lamps, desk lamps this provides a source of light for tasks like reading or cooking.
Accent or decorative Lighting This is provided from sources such as candles, fireplace, chandeliers, or even a small spot light aimed at a piece of art work on the wall.

Lighting is often overlooked when building, remodelling or redecorating I have seen many homes where the lighting in the room is drastically overlooked and it is a very important part of design and can have a huge impact on your home.

Shelley Cronin
Shelley Cronin Design
Certified Interior Decorator
“life styled”
780-235-1800
scronindesign@gmail.com

Monday, August 30, 2010 - Just Sold - E3236349

Just sold this listing: "2 Bedrooms, 2 parking spots and under $200,000. This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo is on the third floor, and offers a huge master bedroom with walk in closet and 4 pce bathroom and opens to balcony. The 2nd bedroom is a good size too. Open concept kitchen and living room open to the nice sized balcony which has a gas bbq outlet. Includes all appliances including Washer and Dryer. Freshly painted, carpets cleaned and spotlessly clean. Easy access to Anthony Henday. This c ... Full Article...

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Thursday, August 19, 2010 - New Listing - E3236349

Just added this listing: "2 Bedrooms, 2 parking spots and under $200,000. This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo is on the third floor, and offers a huge master bedroom with walk in closet and 4 pce bathroom and opens to balcony. The 2nd bedroom is a good size too. Open concept kitchen and living room open to the nice sized balcony which has a gas bbq outlet. Includes all appliances including Washer and Dryer. Freshly painted, carpets cleaned and spotlessly clean. Easy access to Anthony Henday. This ... Full Article...

posted in Listings at Thu, 19 Aug 2010 18:00:00 -0600

Sunday, August 15, 2010 - Just Sold - E3227219

Just sold this listing: "Perfect 1992 B-level is absolutely pristine with nearly 1100sf upstairs + fully developed basement. Front entrance has ceramic tile, Bright L/R with gas F/P, kitchen has large pantry, large eating area, 4 pce bath with jetted tub, 2 bedrooms up, basement has huge family room with gas fireplace, 3rd bedroom and a 4 pce bathroom. Close to St. Joseph Elementary school, playground, walking trails & shopping. Located in a quiet cul de sac. Looks like new - feels like new!" ... Full Article...

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Tuesday, August 10, 2010 - Just Sold - E3228205

Just sold this listing: "Cute as a button nestled in the trees with low maintenance landscaping you'll find this Bi-level with 2+1 bdrm (with potential for 4th). Kitchen has newer SS hi end appliances, new ceramic tiled floors, plus the ambiance of a wood cook stove & opens to a 2 season (14x19) screened sunroom room that opens to a large deck overlooking the gorgeous trees. Built with 2x6 construction, this well kept home offers almost 1000 sq feet upstairs, PLUS a fully finished bright walkou ... Full Article...

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Sunday, August 8, 2010 - Just Sold - E3230672

Just sold this listing: "Exceptional Family Home boasting 5 bdrms / 3 bth. This 4 Level split is located in a quiet cul de sac in Deer Park. Feel like you're on an acreage in town with the huge treed, fenced yard boasting mature trees and perennials. Large 2 tiered deck and back yard patio with arbor for private entertaining! Bright kitchen boasts oak cabinetry with ceramic back splash, window above sink, upgraded fixtures / wood burning fireplace in F/R. Formal LR & DR. Excellent storage. Fron ... Full Article...

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Wednesday, August 4, 2010 - New Listing - E3234533

Just added this listing: ""The Crossing at 47th" offers you your own 924sf luxury bedroom / 2 bathroom condominium at an affordable price! The Master is king sized with double sided walkin closets + 4 piece bathroom. The second bedroom is spacious and also offers a walk in closet. The open concept kitchen / living room / dining area is bright and airy. In the Kitchen you'll find a breakfast counter, fridge, stove, built in dishwasher + built in microwave oven. The living room has sliding doors ... Full Article...

posted in Listings at Wed, 04 Aug 2010 18:00:00 -0600

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