Kitsilano Townhome Sells Over the Asking Price

This two bedroom townhome in Kitsilano, Vancouver went on the market for the second time. It was listed for sale in 2008 for at least 5 months and sat vacant of furniture & buyers. The homeowner decided to take it off the market & relist it. This time she brought on the services of Suze Interiors to stage it from top to bottom.

The lower bedroom was turned into a fabulous home office & the adjoining patio was set up with a nice patio set, setting the stage for outdoor living as well.

Within the first 8 days, they received 2 offers, one being above the asking price & a cash sale, which they gladly accepted.

Prospective buyers find it really difficult envisioning the potential & beauty of a space. With the help of professionals, the guesswork is removed. For a free staging estimate please call Suze Interiors at 604.733.5015.

Staging to Sell Over the Competition

If you are planning on selling your condo & you live in a large building, you will almost always have direct competition.

Recently Suze Interiors staged a vacant 2 bedroom condo in Vancouver, BC. The owner of the suite knew the benefits of staging, because she had staged a condo a few years prior, and received the results that she had hoped for, a quick sale! This particular condo that Suze Interiors staged, sold in about 7 weeks or so, which considering the current market wasn't a huge surprise. What we didn't realize at the time was that there were also 6 other units in her building for sale at the same time. Our client was thrilled to inform us that hers was the only one that had sold and she was very pleased. She reiterated that she believes the difference and the results that she got, were mainly due to the Staging. Below is a before & after of the master suite.

For more information or to receive a FREE Home Staging estimate, contact the owner of Suze Interiors either by email at susan@suzeinteriors.ca or phone directly 604.733.5015.

Buying a New Home - A New Law Passed

Just recently read in the news that a new law is in effect with regards to BC House Inspectors. As of this month, anyone offering house inspection services in BC must be licensed. A government agency will issue the licences. The technologists & technicians, and other groups will provide the certification. A list of house inspectors will be posted at bpcpa.ca.

Not only is it important to have your home House Inspector ready, but it is also very important that your home show it's best for prospective buyers. Please visit http://www.suzeinteriors.ca for information on getting your home ready to sell. Suze Interiors, based in Vancouver, BC, offers expert advice on Home Staging, a proven way to achieve fast profitable sales.

Staged Vancouver Condo Sells in 4 Days

This adorable little condo on the east side of Vancouver, was recently listed at $299,000, about $10,000 above market value for the neighbourhood. Focusing on staging it for the demographics, I made it somewhat funky, quite colourful & a little bit whimsy. Within 4 days, it was purchased by a young couple at full asking price. This more than tripled the return on the homeowners staging investment.

Many realtors & homeowners have come to realize that staging a home is quite a necessary marketing tool. When a home is clutter free & spacious, showcasing beautiful things, it will automatically sell quickly & for more money.

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Home Staging Statistics by Maritz

Maritz conducted a staging poll in 2005/2006, and it was very interesting to see the results that they found, and why it is important to use the services of a Professional Stager to prepare your home to sell quickly & for top dollar.

They found:

77% of people will view a home or condo on the internet, before they go and see it. This makes it crucial that your home looks fabulous for the photos that are going to be posted on MLS for all to see. Decluttered, bright & fresh spaces are what will attract people to want to come and see your home.
75% of buyers who searched on the internet went on to drive by homes. This is why curb appeal is so important. Tidy, well groomed yards & gardens are important and the addition of bright flowers are very appealing to those that pass by.
79% of sellers are willing to spend up to $5000 to get their home "ready" to sell. This investment is just that, an investment! It will allow your home to be listed for a higher price than the house that looks tired & outdated and will create a faster sale, all in all a win-win situation!
63% of buyers are willing to pay more money for a house that is "move-in" ready. With todays busy lifestyles, for most people, the thought of moving into a home that requires lots of work, is not very appealing. Moving is a stressful & tiring task on it's own, so if the prospective buyer knows that he can just unpack & be settled quickly, it is very enticing.
58% of buyers are willing to make a decision to buy within seeing 10 properties. So, if you want your home to top of mind, why not contact a professional Stager to get it Show Home Ready?

Call today for your staging consultation http://www.suzeinteriors.ca/.

The Ugliest Office Contest

Does your office look like this? Suze Interiors and Savvy Solutions is on the lookout for Vancouver's Ugliest Office. If you would like to win a complete decorating & organizational transformation for your home office, keep reading.........................................

Prize: If you’re like most people, you spend a great deal of time in the office. Your workspace should support your needs and work for you, not against you. The person with the ugliest office in Vancouver will win a Decorating and Organizing Office Makeover from Suze Interiors and Savvy Solutions. The winner will receive a one-hour decorating and organizing assessment and an 8-hour decorating and 8-hour organizing session with owners Suze McCart and Christa Wagner. The winner has the opportunity to create a comfortable, functional, organized and attractive workspace to be proud of.

. Promotion Dates: February 9 – March 6
. Last day to submit entry is 5pm, March 6
. Winner announced on March 13

How to Submit: Email your submission to http://www.suzeinteriors.ca/ with the following:

Describe your situation and why you want to win the Ugliest Office Contest. (150 words or less)
· What is your home based business? (50 words or less)
· How long have you been in business? (50 words or less)
· What is your biggest office challenge (50 words or less)
· What is your contact info?
. Name
. Address
. Phone Number
. Fax
. Email
. Website
. How did you hear about the promotion.

Rules:
. Ugliest office faces both decorating and organizational challenges.
. Must be a home-office with a home-based business, located in the lower mainland including . Vancouver, Richmond, Burnaby and Coquitlam.
. Project will take place Monday – Friday, 9am – 6pm.
. Winner agrees to complete project within 60 days of announcement.
. Winner will receive free assessment and consultation sessions from Suze Interiors and Savvy Solutions.
. Winner agrees to pay hard costs for any purchases winner decides to make, including: office furniture, office containers, office paint, office art, office lighting, office organizing supplies and office files supplies.
. Winner allows photographs to be taken for promotional use.
. Winner cannot be a friend or relative of Suze McCart and Christa Wagner.

As a bonus:
As a thank you for submitting you will receive Savvy Solutions inspiring Audio Mini Course; Live a More Organized Life helping you create order and tranquility in your home or office and a $50 gift certificate towards a colour consultation with Suze Interiors.

Contact us with any questions and we look forward to seeing your ugly office photos!