http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/ Charlotte NC - Redesign + More is your resource for successfully selling your listings. nsw-bjxuslf11od0gaog-pxl-648t1i7q75gdlee1y430sn1yjse79vf51szwlocqasw529n2judunww2riudb1esmpvu-hyqny1l4zvmltrupv6kftmz00455rp4i6jel0g en-us http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/2737322/top-interior-design-trends-of-2012- <p class="Body"><strong><span>Top - Interior Design Trends of 2012 </span></strong></p> <p class="Body"><span>With<strong> 2012</strong> in full swing, we’re ready to hone in on all the <strong>trends</strong> for this year and execute them in our <strong>homes</strong>; along with some much needed spring-cleaning, of course. Follow these <strong>trends</strong> of<strong> 2012</strong>, and your <strong>house</strong> will be on the forefront of <strong>home design</strong>.</span></p> <p class="Body"><span> </span><span>Rustic Details</span></p> <p class="Body"><span>Who says rustic details should be reserved for the lumberjack or mountaineer? This year, <strong>interior designers</strong> are showing us how rustic details can make a seemingly cold<strong> house</strong> cozier and more comfortable. If you want to bring a little bit of the country into your<strong> home</strong>, try adding wood beams to the ceiling of your kitchen. Additionally, exposed stone gives a lodge-like appearance, without looking hokey or contrived.</span></p> <p class="Body"><span> </span><span>Backyards</span></p> <p class="Body"><span><strong>Design</strong> isn’t limited to the <strong>interior</strong> of your<strong> home</strong>. With smaller and more eco-friendly houses being built daily, people are transferring much more of their living space out into the great <strong>outdoors</strong>. Make a lush<strong> outdoor</strong> oasis by planting different sized plants. Layering different sizes of plants will create a textured appearance. Make room for a water feature, like a fountain, pond, or waterfall. If you live close to the street, a water feature can “drown out” the noises of passing cars (pun intended). Wildflowers can be planted to attract surrounding wildlife, like butterflies and hummingbirds.</span></p> <p class="Body"><span> </span><span>Romantic bedrooms</span></p> <p class="Body"><span>Put the romance back in your bedroom by revamping the most important room in the<strong> house</strong>. Luxurious bedrooms are back in style, so feel free to make your bedroom dramatic with multiple patterns, rich fabrics, heavy drapery, and baroque mirrors. Even a bed canopy can be styled to look tasteful when made from thick, white, opaque drapes. Of course, no romantic bedroom is complete without an oversized leather chair, </span><span>récamier</span><span>, or an ornate </span><span>chaise longue</span><span>.</span></p> <p class="Body"><span>Take these<strong> interior design trends</strong> into account when you’re <strong>redecorating</strong> this year for a<strong> house</strong> that will look stylish and cutting-edge for years to come.</span></p> <p class="Body"><span>About the Author: Ryan is a writer,<strong> interior designer</strong>, and artist who works with </span><strong><a href="http://austinrealestate.homecity.com/"><span>homes for sale in Austin</span></a></strong><span> and </span><a href="http://austinrealestate.homecity.com/Texas/Austin-Homes-For-Sale/Barton-Creek"><span>Barton <strong>Creek homes for sale</strong></span></a><span>. </span></p> <p class="Body"><span><br></span></p><div class="agent_signature"> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="268"></a></p> <p> </p> <p><span><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Interior Redesign - Interior Home Staging - Charlotte NC"><span><strong>Peggy Johnson</strong></span></a></span></p> <p><span><strong>704.880.7901</strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="mailto:peggy@peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Staged To Sell - Charlotte NC">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging Resources - Charlotte NC"> </a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Residential Properties - Commercial Properties - Charlotte NC">www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Experts in Design Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging">www.redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><br></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>"Creating a new view- one room at a time"</strong></span></span></p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com"><img title="Home Stager Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/2/0/0/ar125841898100232.png" height="60" alt="Blogger" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson%20"><img title="Redesign and Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/4/4/7/ar125841907874401.png" height="60" alt="Facebook Profile" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><img title="Experts in Design Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/9/1/4/5/ar125841913754192.png" height="60" alt="Twitter" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><img title="Real Estate Home Stager Charlotte &amp; Lake Norman NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/5/6/9/1/ar125841920419656.png" height="60" alt="Linked In" width="60"></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson"><br></a></p>   <p><a href="http://twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><br></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><br></a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Peggy Johnson Blogger"> </a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"> </a></p> </div> Peggy Johnson Charlotte NC Home Stager (Redesign + More) Thu, 19 Jan 2012 20:33:55 -0500 http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/2737322/top-interior-design-trends-of-2012- http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/2162980/-redesign-more-cobalt-dbs-affordable-unique-sustainable-home-designs <p> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span><span>Are you encountering companies that provide choppy floor plans and an over-priced budget that does not include energy and water efficiency? Let Cobalt DBS handle it for you. Starting with excellent space planning and a style that fits you and your neighborhood, and following through with meticulous attention to detail from conception</span></span><span><span> </span></span><span class="textexposedshow"><span>through completion, our experienced team of experts know what it takes to keep a project on time and on budget. Using a proven system that ensures a top-quality, efficient build every time, these customized projects provide the most professional and all-inclusive approach in today's economy.</span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span><span>Allow “Cobalt DBS” to present affordable, architecturally unique, and sustainable home designs that fit your lifestyle.</span></span><span><br><span></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span><span><span><span>Custom New Home Construction.</span></span><span><span> </span></span></span></span></p> <p><span> <p class="MsoNormal">Remodels, and Additions With An Eye On Sustainability.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Perform Energy And Water Efficient Upgrades To Older Homes To Increase Salability.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Sustainable, Cool Roof Systems for Commercial Spaces.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Boutique Infill Developments Focused On Smart, Sustainable Living.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Cobalt DBS is a trusted builder of new homes in Charlotte, Raleigh, and Asheville, North Carolina and Fort Mill, Columbia, and Charleston, South Carolina. Cobalt DBS remodels older homes in Charlotte, North Carolina. We serve both custom and investment clients. The Cobalt DBS team designs and builds architecturally unique, value-engineered, and sustainable homes designed to fit our clients' lifestyles.</p> <span> </span></span>Redesign + More &amp; Cobalt DBS is the Establishment of Experts with common goals in efficient planning, sustainable construction &amp; design, affordability and problem solving.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span><span class="textexposedshow">One Source. Energy Efficient. Affordable. Beautiful Homes.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><img title="Cobalt DBS Affordable, Unique, Sustainable, Home Designs" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/5/0/2/1/ar129894949312052.jpg" height="51" alt="Cobalt DBS Affordable, Unique, Sustainable, Home Designs" width="321"></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.cobaltdbs.com/">http://www.cobaltdbs.com/</a></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Visit one of Cobalts beautiful affordable homes on our website at <a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com/announcements">http://www.redesignplusmore.com/announcements</a></p><div class="agent_signature"> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="268"></a></p> <p> </p> <p><span><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Interior Redesign - Interior Home Staging - Charlotte NC"><span><strong>Peggy Johnson</strong></span></a></span></p> <p><span><strong>704.880.7901</strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="mailto:peggy@peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Staged To Sell - Charlotte NC">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging Resources - Charlotte NC"> </a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Residential Properties - Commercial Properties - Charlotte NC">www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Experts in Design Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging">www.redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><br></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>"Creating a new view- one room at a time"</strong></span></span></p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com"><img title="Home Stager Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/2/0/0/ar125841898100232.png" height="60" alt="Blogger" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson%20"><img title="Redesign and Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/4/4/7/ar125841907874401.png" height="60" alt="Facebook Profile" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><img title="Experts in Design Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/9/1/4/5/ar125841913754192.png" height="60" alt="Twitter" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><img title="Real Estate Home Stager Charlotte &amp; Lake Norman NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/5/6/9/1/ar125841920419656.png" height="60" alt="Linked In" width="60"></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson"><br></a></p>   <p><a href="http://twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><br></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><br></a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Peggy Johnson Blogger"> </a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"> </a></p> </div> Peggy Johnson Charlotte NC Home Stager (Redesign + More) Mon, 28 Feb 2011 22:19:07 -0500 http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/2162980/-redesign-more-cobalt-dbs-affordable-unique-sustainable-home-designs http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/2047579/-housing-trends-realtor-jim-mcguire-keller-williams-realty-charlotte-nc <p><img title="Charlotte NC Housing Trends" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/6/0/7/4/ar129375981047062.jpg" height="132" alt="Housing Trends Charlotte NC" width="625"></p> <p><strong>"Housing Trends</strong>" - <strong>REALTOR</strong> - <strong>Jim McGuire Keller Williams Realty Charlotte NC</strong><br><br>Welcome to the most current <strong>Housing Trends </strong>eNewsletter. This eNewsletter is specially designed for you, with national and local <strong>housing </strong>information that you may find useful whether you’re in the <strong>market</strong> for a <strong>home</strong>, thinking about <strong>selling your home</strong>, or just interested in <strong>homeowner</strong> issues in general.<br><br><strong>Please click on this link to view the</strong> <strong>Housing Trends - DECEMBER-2010 Newsletter </strong><a href="http://jimmcguire.housingtrendsenewsletter.com">http://jimmcguire.housingtrendsenewsletter.com</a><br><br>The <strong>Housing Trends</strong> eNewsletter contains the latest information from the <strong>National Association of REALTORS</strong>®, the <strong>U.S. Census Bureau</strong>, <strong>Realtor.org</strong> reports and other sources.<br><br><strong>Housing Trends</strong> eNewsletter is filled with local and national <strong>real estate</strong> sales and price activity provided by MLSs and the National Association of Realtors, U.S. Census Bureau key market indicators, consumer videos, blogs, <strong>real estate </strong>glossary, mortgage rates and calculators, consumer articles, and <strong>REALTOR</strong>.com local community reports.<br><br>If you are interested in determining the value of your <strong>home</strong>, click the “Home Evaluator” link for a free evaluation report:<br><br><a href="http://jimmcguire.housingtrendsenewsletter.com/dispContent.cfm?loadid=2&amp;loadtype=0" title="Jim McGuire Keller Williams Realtor">http://jimmcguire.housingtrendsenewsletter.com/dispContent.cfm?loadid=2&amp;loadtype=0</a></p> <p>Sound decisions can only be made with accurate and reliable information, Jim McGuire is happy to be a trusted resource for you. Jim looks forward to answering any questions you may have and to the opportunity to be your <strong>REALTOR</strong>® in the future.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Contact Information</strong><br><br><strong>Jim McGuire</strong><br><br><strong>Keller Williams Realty</strong><br><br><strong>Broker/Realtor - Licensed NC &amp; SC<br></strong><br><strong>Cell # 704-497-2224<br></strong></p> <p><strong>Fax# 704-717-5772</strong></p> <p><a href="http://jimmcguirehomes.yourkwagent.com/" title="Keller Williams Realtor Jim McQuire Charlotte NC">www.JimMcGuireHomes.com</a></p> <p><strong><em>Serving the Charlotte NC and surrounding areas including South Carolina.</em></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Home Buying in Charlotte NC</strong> - <strong>Home Selling in Charlotte NC</strong> - <strong>Foreclosure in Charlotte</strong></p> <p><strong>Housing Market</strong>  - <strong>Housing Trends Charlotte NC</strong> - <strong>Charlotte Homes </strong>- <strong>Charlotte NC Real Estate</strong></p> <p><strong>Staging Homes Charlotte NC</strong> - <strong>Home Stager Charlotte</strong></p><div class="agent_signature"> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="268"></a></p> <p> </p> <p><span><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Interior Redesign - Interior Home Staging - Charlotte NC"><span><strong>Peggy Johnson</strong></span></a></span></p> <p><span><strong>704.880.7901</strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="mailto:peggy@peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Staged To Sell - Charlotte NC">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging Resources - Charlotte NC"> </a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Residential Properties - Commercial Properties - Charlotte NC">www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Experts in Design Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging">www.redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><br></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>"Creating a new view- one room at a time"</strong></span></span></p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com"><img title="Home Stager Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/2/0/0/ar125841898100232.png" height="60" alt="Blogger" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson%20"><img title="Redesign and Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/4/4/7/ar125841907874401.png" height="60" alt="Facebook Profile" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><img title="Experts in Design Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/9/1/4/5/ar125841913754192.png" height="60" alt="Twitter" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><img title="Real Estate Home Stager Charlotte &amp; Lake Norman NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/5/6/9/1/ar125841920419656.png" height="60" alt="Linked In" width="60"></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson"><br></a></p>   <p><a href="http://twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><br></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><br></a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Peggy Johnson Blogger"> </a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"> </a></p> </div> Peggy Johnson Charlotte NC Home Stager (Redesign + More) Thu, 30 Dec 2010 20:53:49 -0500 http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/2047579/-housing-trends-realtor-jim-mcguire-keller-williams-realty-charlotte-nc http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/2027107/-the-power-of-2-brokers-keller-williams-realty-redesign-more-home-staging <p class="MsoNormal"><br><br><img title="Peggy Johnson Charlotte NC Real Estate Home Staging" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/2/3/6/3/ar129263515236326.jpg" height="119" alt="" width="245"></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>“The Power of 2 Brokers Team </strong>with <strong>Keller Williams Realty</strong> has partnered with <strong>Redesign + More </strong>to provide you with <strong>professional home staging </strong>advice.”<br><br><strong>Why Stage Your Home?</strong></p> <p>You only have one chance to make a first impression. Using <strong>Redesign + Mores Home Staging Professionals </strong>to prepare your <strong>home</strong> for <strong>sale </strong>offers a competitive advantage over <strong>homes</strong> in your community!<br><br>Make More Money - Did you know that U.S. Housing and Urban Development reported that a <strong>staged </strong>house <strong>sells</strong>, on average 17% higher than a non-staged house.<br><br>You’re House Will Sell Faster - <strong>Staged properties</strong> <strong>sell quicker</strong> than un-staged homes. Research shows that <strong>staged homes</strong> sell 2 to 2.5 times faster than un-staged ones.<br><br>The Cost Of Staging - <strong>Home Staging</strong> cost far less than your first price reduction. The HomeGain survey of over 2,000 <strong>Realtors</strong> discovered that sellers who <strong>staged</strong> their <strong>home</strong> recovered approximately 200% of the cost of <strong>Staging</strong> in the sale price of their home.<br><br>Image is everything. <strong>Staged homes</strong> encourage buyers to envision themselves living in the space while forming a necessary emotional connection to the property.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><img title="The Power of 2 Brokers Keller William Realty" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/6/6/2/3/ar129263614132668.png" height="152" alt="Jim and Eileen" width="211"></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><img title="The Power of 2 Brokers Keller William Realty" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/7/4/6/4/ar129263597846471.jpg" height="101" alt="Keller Williams " width="152"></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span> <br></span></strong></p> <p><strong> “We believe home staging helps sell listings<br> faster and for more money, so when you hire<br> us to sell your home, we will provide you<br> with a 1 hour staging consultation with<br> Redesign + More.”</strong></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>For more information please contact Redesign + More Peggy Johnson 704.880.7901 <a href="mailto:peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com" title="Peggy Johnson Home Stager in Partnership with Keller Williams Realty">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></p> <p> </p> <p><em>“Changing the view of real estate in Charlotte NC and surrounding area”</em></p><div class="agent_signature"> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; 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Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="268"></a></p> <p> </p> <p><span><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Interior Redesign - Interior Home Staging - Charlotte NC"><span><strong>Peggy Johnson</strong></span></a></span></p> <p><span><strong>704.880.7901</strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="mailto:peggy@peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Staged To Sell - Charlotte NC">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging Resources - Charlotte NC"> </a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Residential Properties - Commercial Properties - Charlotte NC">www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Experts in Design Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging">www.redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><br></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>"Creating a new view- one room at a time"</strong></span></span></p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com"><img title="Home Stager Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/2/0/0/ar125841898100232.png" height="60" alt="Blogger" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson%20"><img title="Redesign and Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/4/4/7/ar125841907874401.png" height="60" alt="Facebook Profile" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><img title="Experts in Design Redesign &amp; 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I offer an expert approach to create appealing <strong>home décor</strong> that compliments your style and stays within your <strong>decorating budget</strong>.<br><br>You can still create a great looking<strong> home </strong>on a <strong>budget,</strong> I will customize an <strong>affordable budget decorating</strong> plan for you.<br><br>    * I begin by taking an inventory of items you have.<br><br>    * Select the items that must go and which items can stay.<br><br>    * Rearrange and organize what you already own to create a new look.<br><br>    * Receive professional advice on how to reuse, refurbish and paint existing furniture.<br><br>    * Shop my resources to find bargain designer furniture at great prices.<br><br>    * Tips on buying furniture and accessories that are timeless and worth the investment.<br><br><strong>Decorating</strong> your <strong>home </strong>on a <strong>budget</strong> can be as simple as painting your walls &amp; changing hardware on cabinets. <br><br>Call today for your <strong>affordable budget  home decorating</strong>  <br><br><em><strong>Professional Company providing Budget Home Decorating, Interior Design, Interior Room Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging Services in Charlotte NC, including Concord, Davidson, Belmont, Lake Norman, Statesville, Hickory,Winston Salem North Carolina &amp; South Carolina.</strong></em></p><div class="agent_signature"> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="268"></a></p> <p> </p> <p><span><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Interior Redesign - Interior Home Staging - Charlotte NC"><span><strong>Peggy Johnson</strong></span></a></span></p> <p><span><strong>704.880.7901</strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="mailto:peggy@peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Staged To Sell - Charlotte NC">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging Resources - Charlotte NC"> </a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Residential Properties - Commercial Properties - Charlotte NC">www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Experts in Design Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging">www.redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><br></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>"Creating a new view- one room at a time"</strong></span></span></p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com"><img title="Home Stager Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/2/0/0/ar125841898100232.png" height="60" alt="Blogger" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson%20"><img title="Redesign and Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/4/4/7/ar125841907874401.png" height="60" alt="Facebook Profile" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><img title="Experts in Design Redesign &amp; 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When comparing prices, consider durability and maintenance. In addition note whether each material is priced by the linear or square foot.<br><br><span>Countertop Material</span><br><br><strong>Bamboo – </strong>This replacement grass can be assembled using food-safe adhesives.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/9/2/6/8/ar127428923886291.jpg" height="173" alt="" width="179"><br><br><strong>Butcher Block – </strong>Made from laminated wood, this is most excellent for baking areas and island tops. Seal with oil to increase moisture resistance. Allow knife marks to create a patina, or sand the surface for a smooth appearance.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/6/7/7/7/ar127428934377766.jpg" height="97" alt="" width="304"><br><br><strong>Concrete – </strong>Cast in place or installed as preformed slabs, sealed concrete resists burns, stains, and scratches but is labor-intensive to install. Customize by adding in tints, texture, or inset shells, glass or other items.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/5/5/8/7/ar127428942578558.jpg" height="132" alt="" width="223"><br><br><strong>Glass – </strong>Sleek and dramatic. Tempered glass comes in clear or translucent forms with a smooth or textured surface. Recycled composites glass is also an option. Glass is waterproof and heat-tolerant: use a cutting board to avoid scratches.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/3/5/7/1/ar127428947817538.jpg" height="149" alt="" width="222">   <img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/0/6/2/6/ar127429007862607.jpg" height="134" alt="" width="147"></p> <p><br><strong>Granite – </strong>Today’s most popular choice offers a variety of colors and patterns. Shopping at a stone yard costs more than ordering from a sample but lets you buy the exact piece you want. You may reduce the cost by using granite tiles or remnants instead of a single slab. Granite is durable and impervious to heat but requires professional installation and periodic sealing to repel stains.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/1/9/1/2/ar127428956621914.jpg" height="159" alt="" width="195">  <img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/9/2/7/1/ar127428965017296.jpg" height="160" alt="" width="170">  <img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/9/1/4/2/3/ar127428968732419.jpg" height="163" alt="" width="160"><br><br><strong>Laminate –</strong> Laminate is affordable and comes preformed as a one-piece counter and backsplash in limited color choices. Custom ordering from a home center or kitchen dealer, and you will find hundreds of colors and patterns, some that even mimic stone, metal, or wood. Shaped edges or textured finishes are available as well. This material is easy to install but it has visible seams.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/8/8/2/6/ar127428973362887.jpg" height="164" alt="" width="225"><br><br><strong>Marble &amp; Limestone – </strong>These stones are classic and luxurious, they’re softer and more porous than granite, and they are most likely to scratch or stain.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/3/1/8/9/2/ar127428977729813.jpg" height="135" alt="" width="220">   <img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/0/7/5/0/ar127428980205705.jpg" height="136" alt="" width="192"><br><br><strong>Quartz-Surfacing –</strong> Also called engineered stone. This blend of ground quartz, resins and pigments produced consistent stone like patterns. It is nonporous, heat and scratch- resistant.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/6/3/8/2/ar127428989028365.jpg" height="147" alt="" width="251"><br><br><strong>Soapstone – </strong>Soft and silky, soapstone chips more easily than granite. Like other stones it resists heat. Treat with mineral oil to repel moisture.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/2/1/3/9/ar127428995193125.jpg" height="168" alt="" width="255"><br><br><strong>Solid –Surfacing –</strong> Shop for panels and veneers made of plastic resins in many colors and patterns. The nonporous material resists stains and scratches can be sanded out. Solid – surfacing sinks create a seamless installation.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/2/6/0/3/ar127429000430625.jpg" height="185" alt="" width="217"><br><br><strong>Stainless Steel – </strong>Sanitary and stain proof. This surface complements a stainless steel sink and perfects a pro-style kitchen. Steel is heatproof, waterproof, with a shiny finish that shows scratches and fingerprints.<br>Ready- made sections fit standard counter sizes and custom installations fit others.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/9/4/8/7/7/ar127429014277849.jpg" height="161" alt="" width="239">   <br><br><strong>Tile –</strong> Glazed ceramic or porcelain tiles come in many shapes, sizes, colors and are water – heat resistant. If they chip they are easy to replace. 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Retouch the front shell: </strong>If your property's exterior isn't appealing, no one will want to see your newly remodeled kitchen. So <strong>property sellers</strong> must first ensure that their <strong>home</strong> projects a cozy, inviting feeling. "The shell the outside front is probably the most important area for improvement, the area where you can make the biggest <strong>improvement </strong>with the smallest amount of cash," Touching up the paint on the front-entry portion of the house can be an inexpensive but effective way to make the entire property more inviting. "Really focus on that outside, external shell," You would be amazed by the amount of people that drive by a house and say, 'Ah, that's not for me.' And they can tell just by the way the upkeep and the outside looks."<br><br><strong>2. Trim the greenery:</strong> Ensuring that the lawn, hedges, and flowers are well maintained helps make your home more alluring to prospective buyers as well. Property owners can hire professional landscapers or break out the lawn mower and get busy themselves. "Many people have landscaping that is overgrown and too heavy, and it is concealing a lot of the house, trim the trees, trim the hedges and add a little color to the flower beds.<br><br><strong>3. Paint the interior:</strong> Putting a fresh coat of paint on the <strong>homes interior</strong> is a cost-effective way for <strong>sellers</strong> to make their home more appealing to buyers. But when choosing the color, homeowners should be conservative. "The caution is that your favorite color may not be the favorite color of the buyer." Instead, homeowners are best off using neutral colors. "Go with something that is a very light yellow or a light cream with a contrasting white, so it just looks very fresh and crisp. ... Having the paint in good condition is almost more important than the color."<br><br><strong>4. Don't forget the floors:</strong> Improving the condition of a home's flooring is also a smart move for sellers and you don't need to refinish wood floors or install new carpets to make them more attractive. "If it's a hardwood floor, has the floor been buffed?" If you have carpets, have the carpets been cleaned?"<br><br><strong>5. Make all major repairs:</strong> Because tighter lending standards demand higher down payments, today's home buyers won't have much cash left over for improvements once they've made their purchase. So it's imperative for sellers to make all major home repairs fixing the leaky roof, rebuilding the front stoop before they put the property on the market. "Repairs can't be ignored, because nobody has any extra money," to determine what needs to be done, <strong>property owners</strong> can scrutinize their homes themselves or bring in a home inspector to examine the property professionally. The home inspection piece is something that is a huge value, particularly if there is something that is a question.<br><br><strong>6. Put appliances under warranty:</strong> To give buyers more confidence in a home's appliances, recommends that sellers put them under warranty. Sellers can buy home warranties which cover repair and replacement costs for many home appliances from several different firms. "Example If  you have a 40- or 50-year-old house, it is going to be harder for you to persuade a <strong>first-time</strong> <strong>home buyer </strong>with a limited amount of cash to buy it because they will say, 'Well, what happens if something breaks down? If you have a home warranty … that solves that problem."<br><br><strong>7. Make energy-efficient home improvements:</strong> Increasing your home's energy efficiency is another good way to make your property more attractive to buyers. Many such improvements such as new windows or better insulation come with federal tax benefits. In addition, a growing awareness of human impact on the environment means homes that have these upgrades will stand out from other listings. "If you have some cruddy old windows that are leaky and just not energy efficient, you can put in new replacement windows and take advantage of the tax credit, it's not green washing. Those are really practical things that make your <strong>house more sellable.</strong>" Many contractors will conduct a so-called energy audit free of charge to determine where efficiencies can be created "If your house is more energy efficient you use less energy, its better insulated it is going to be more desirable for a potential buyer." <br><br><strong>8. New light fixtures:</strong> Replacing old or broken light fixtures with new ones can also be a low-cost way to add value. Installing a nice new light fixture in the foyer near the home's entrance can be a particular benefit, he said, because it can make a strong first impression on would-be buyers. Creating an inviting feeling in the interior entryway, in turn, helps get home shoppers more interested in checking out the rest of the property. You do not have to redo the house, but you can update those features so that somebody can walk in and say, you know what? The homeowners took care of this.<br><br><strong>9. New stove in the kitchen:</strong> While some <strong>homeowners </strong>might think the only way to jazz up a dated kitchen is a full remodeling job, a much less costly alternative is buying a new stove. "If there is an updated stove in the kitchen, it is amazing how that draws people in, and people say, 'Wow, this kitchen is going to be great.’ While upscale <strong>homeowners</strong> may have to shell out for top-of-the-line appliances to maintain their kitchen's décor, others can budget well under $1,000 for the upgrade. You can get a really nice stove for $700 or $800, and you can basically have the look of a new kitchen that is going to be really enticing to someone and what you are really trying to do is differentiate your house from somebody else's.<br><br><strong>Property owners</strong> in neighborhoods where most homes have granite countertops can consider making this upgrade as well. This project makes sense only for homeowners with extremely dated kitchens that are going to serve as a serious impediment to finding a buyer. A real estate agent with experience in the local market can help you determine whether or not the upgrade is essential, he says.<br><br><strong>10. Freshen up the bathrooms:</strong> Getting rid of mildew stains on the bathroom caulking can boost a <strong>home's </strong>appeal as well. Such stains scream, these people haven't taken care of this house. It's going to be a money pit. Use a razor blade to remove the old caulk, and replace it with new, mildew-resistant caulk, and rather than remodeling the entire space, <strong>homeowners</strong> can reinvigorate a worn-down bathroom by replacing cracked sinks.</p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/9/0/4/4/2/ar126886997224409.jpg" height="251" alt="" width="309"></p> <p><em><strong>Providing professional Real Estate Home Staging Services in Charlotte NC, including Concord, Davidson, Belmont, Lake Norman, Statesville, Hickory, Winston Salem North Carolina and South Carolina.</strong></em></p><div class="agent_signature"> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="268"></a></p> <p> </p> <p><span><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Interior Redesign - Interior Home Staging - Charlotte NC"><span><strong>Peggy Johnson</strong></span></a></span></p> <p><span><strong>704.880.7901</strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="mailto:peggy@peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Staged To Sell - Charlotte NC">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging Resources - Charlotte NC"> </a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Residential Properties - Commercial Properties - Charlotte NC">www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Experts in Design Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging">www.redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><br></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>"Creating a new view- one room at a time"</strong></span></span></p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com"><img title="Home Stager Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/2/0/0/ar125841898100232.png" height="60" alt="Blogger" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson%20"><img title="Redesign and Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/4/4/7/ar125841907874401.png" height="60" alt="Facebook Profile" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><img title="Experts in Design Redesign &amp; 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There are some key areas to consider when <strong>staging</strong> your <strong>home </strong>for the<strong> holidays</strong>. Just because it is getting cold outside this doesn't mean the interior of your home has to appear cold too, bring on the warmth of the holidays but keep it tasteful, no clutter and set the stage for the holidays. Just because it's the holidays doesn't mean buyers aren't looking, and your home may spark an interest to a potential buyer. So plant the thought in a potential buyer's mind, add some holiday cheer and warmth, <strong>set the stage</strong>.<br> <br><strong>Adding Holiday cheer at the Curb-</strong> Do not confuse your lawn with large plastic holiday sculptures or vignettes, this can overpower the curb appeal of the home. Remember the first rule "First Impression". When you use outdoor lights, stick to one color and avoid the blinking/chasing lights... you do not want a potential buyer to keep driving you want them to stop and say "WOW"!  I can see my family living in that home. Use the lights to highlight the architectural features of your home’s exterior, without over doing it. Evergreen topiaries with white lights add some vibrancy to the front in winter. Wreaths on the door can be welcoming, just remember to keep them tasteful.<br><br><strong>Warmth and Festive Rooms</strong>– It’s about maximizing square footage and maintaining proper flow. If you’re a holiday village collector, this year you may want to think about skipping setting up the giant collection of your Christmas village. Instead, pick a couple of your favorites and display them in different locations around your home. Please remember although we all love to decorate for the season, keep your rooms de-cluttered and less is more. <br><br>If you put up a Christmas tree, is it going to take up floor space that was otherwise clear before? Consider removing a different item, such as an extra chair, from the room in its place. Try to place your tree away from the natural flow of the room. You don’t want buyers to be forced to go around obstacles any more during the holidays than any other time of the year. Watch where you lay your power cords! You don’t want your guests to trip and fall over your cords. Also, cords that run across the floor look messy and taping them to the floor is not an option.<br><br>Accessories on table tops, foyers, mantles and counters need to be thought out. For any accessory you add, there should be something removed. Otherwise, you’re adding visual clutter. Holiday garland can be used on mantles or staircase railings, but try to keep from putting so much out that you can’t see the mantle or the railing.  Less is more!<br><br>Be creative with your framed artwork. Find some festive wrapping paper with a simple, repeating pattern (not something that is too busy). Wrap your framed art like a present. Dress it up with ribbons and a bow. It doesn’t take up any additional space, so it’s a great way to do something fun and different. If you have a wall of family photos that should come down while your home is on the market, this is a great way to cover them up. As home stagers it is our job to explain to the homeowner where to place their tree and the time-frame to keep the tree up; most homeowners are very receptive to the idea. <br><br><strong>Selling a home</strong> can be a stressful time in a person's life and bringing in a few <strong>holiday decorations</strong> can be a good idea. A nice attractive Christmas tree up for a week or so will most likely not delay the sale of the home.  <br><br>Our team at Redesign + More is available to help you with your <strong>Home Staging and Holiday Decorating</strong> needs. If you are feeling some what stressed this time of year, we can take the burden off of you and set the <strong>holiday home selling stage</strong> for you.</p> <p> </p> <p> <em><strong>Happy Holidays from Charlotte NC Home Stagers - Redesign + More Staging Homes for all Seasons<br> </strong></em></p><div class="agent_signature"> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="268"></a></p> <p> </p> <p><span><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Interior Redesign - Interior Home Staging - Charlotte NC"><span><strong>Peggy Johnson</strong></span></a></span></p> <p><span><strong>704.880.7901</strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="mailto:peggy@peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Staged To Sell - Charlotte NC">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging Resources - Charlotte NC"> </a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Residential Properties - Commercial Properties - Charlotte NC">www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Experts in Design Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging">www.redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><br></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>"Creating a new view- one room at a time"</strong></span></span></p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com"><img title="Home Stager Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/2/0/0/ar125841898100232.png" height="60" alt="Blogger" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson%20"><img title="Redesign and Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/4/4/7/ar125841907874401.png" height="60" alt="Facebook Profile" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><img title="Experts in Design Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/9/1/4/5/ar125841913754192.png" height="60" alt="Twitter" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><img title="Real Estate Home Stager Charlotte &amp; Lake Norman NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/5/6/9/1/ar125841920419656.png" height="60" alt="Linked In" width="60"></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson"><br></a></p>   <p><a href="http://twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><br></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><br></a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Peggy Johnson Blogger"> </a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"> </a></p> </div> Peggy Johnson Charlotte NC Home Stager (Redesign + More) Wed, 09 Dec 2009 21:39:59 -0500 http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1377439/holiday-home-staging-charlotte-nc http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1344450/charlotte-nc-holiday-open-house- <p><img title="Holiday and Event Decorating Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/4/9/7/2/ar125858182427947.jpg" height="218" alt="holiday decorating" width="294"> <strong>Charlotte NC Holiday Open House </strong>  <br></p> <p>Follow these steps to throw a <strong>Holiday Open House in Charlotte NC</strong><br><br><strong>It’s all in the timing stick to a time frame</strong> - For a dessert<strong> open house</strong>; a three-hour window is perfect during the <strong>holiday </strong>season, either in the evening or afternoon. Keep in mind that an afternoon event will probably draw more people for two reasons: there aren’t as many daytime party conflicts, and adults will bring their children. Plan quantities accordingly.<br><br><strong>Portion control </strong>- Have one or two substantial items to offer the guests who plan on hanging out for a while, plus nibble snacks for those who are party hopping.<br><br><strong>Bring on tradition</strong> Chances are good that your <strong>holiday open house </strong>will become an annual <strong>event,</strong> so throw in a tradition guests will relish from year to year, like a carol sing-along, signature drink, cookie exchange or secret Santa grab bag.<br><br><strong>Christmas clarity</strong> let guests know what to expect. State “champagne and desserts” or “wine and cheese” so they prepare and eat accordingly.</p> <p><strong>Open your house for the holidays and call Redesign + More for your holiday house decorating.<em><br></em><br>Seasonal and Holiday Event Services &amp; Special Event Services -<br>Interior decorating design for holidays, special occasion decorating, events such as birthday parties, anniversaries and retirement parties. Let us handle all the event details so you can enjoy life without the </strong><strong>stress! <br></strong></p> <p><img title="Holiday Home Decorating Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/9/1/7/8/ar125858190787192.jpg" height="240" alt="Holiday Cheer" width="261"></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p><div class="agent_signature"> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="268"></a></p> <p> </p> <p><span><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Interior Redesign - Interior Home Staging - Charlotte NC"><span><strong>Peggy Johnson</strong></span></a></span></p> <p><span><strong>704.880.7901</strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="mailto:peggy@peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Staged To Sell - Charlotte NC">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging Resources - Charlotte NC"> </a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Residential Properties - Commercial Properties - Charlotte NC">www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Experts in Design Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging">www.redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><br></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>"Creating a new view- one room at a time"</strong></span></span></p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com"><img title="Home Stager Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/2/0/0/ar125841898100232.png" height="60" alt="Blogger" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson%20"><img title="Redesign and Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/4/4/7/ar125841907874401.png" height="60" alt="Facebook Profile" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><img title="Experts in Design Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/9/1/4/5/ar125841913754192.png" height="60" alt="Twitter" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><img title="Real Estate Home Stager Charlotte &amp; Lake Norman NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/5/6/9/1/ar125841920419656.png" height="60" alt="Linked In" width="60"></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson"><br></a></p>   <p><a href="http://twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><br></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><br></a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Peggy Johnson Blogger"> </a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"> </a></p> </div> Peggy Johnson Charlotte NC Home Stager (Redesign + More) Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:09:02 -0500 http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1344450/charlotte-nc-holiday-open-house- http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1330672/home-staging-to-sell-in-the-cooler-months <p><img title="Home Staging Services North Carolina" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/9/5/9/7/ar125788664079596.jpg" height="211" alt="Home Staging to sell firepit " width="289"></p> <p><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com">Charlotte NC Home Staging </a>- to sell  in the cooler months</strong></p> <p>During the spring and summer days when we see sunny skies and plenty of colorful flowers it can make a<strong> home </strong>more appealing to <strong>sell.</strong> Sometimes thats not an option and we must <strong>sell</strong> and<strong> stage </strong>our <strong>home </strong>during the shorter days and darker evenings of autumn and winter. Here are a few tips for making your <strong>home staging</strong> warm and appealing to potential buyers.</p> <p><strong>Curb appeal staging</strong> - Even without leafy trees and bright flowers, your yard and landscape can attract buyers if treated right. Remember that bare spots become more obvious in winter, so do what you can to camouflage them by laying mulch down around shrubbery and in flower beds. No one likes a messy yard in any weather, so keep it neat by making sure the yard is raked, the grass is evenly mowed and gutters are kept free and clear. To be competitive and to add that extra value to your listing, you have to think outside the box. And that literally means <strong>staging</strong> the kind of <strong>curb appeal</strong> that helps your <strong>home</strong> stand out from the other five or more on the same street.  <br>  <br><strong>Attracting visual interest</strong> - Normally most people bring in the patio furniture when colder weather arrives; leave it out to create more visual appeal for potential buyers. A chimney or any portable outdoor fire pit is a neat touch for an outdoor patio or deck. Keep in mind faded and peeling paint or warped siding is even more obvious in the winter, so take care of all exterior touchups before listing your house. <br> <br><strong>Keep the interior of the home cozy </strong>- Set the furnace or central heat high enough to make the house as warm and comfortable as possible. Fireplaces are a big draw for potential buyers, so keep them free of dirt and clutter and arrange the <strong>room </strong>to highlight this feature. Get creative with warm touches - drape a warm throw over the sofa, or consider baking cookies or simmering cinnamon and other winter spices on the stove before showings. Those small touches will exude warmth and make your <strong>home </strong>feel cozy and welcoming.<br> <br><strong>Bring in light and some greenery</strong> - Light is especially important during the short, darker days of winter. So it’s important to take full advantage of natural light. Bare trees allow your home to get more light on sunny days, so keep the blinds open. On drearier days, turn on all the lights to add brightness to each space. Green, leafy plants can also add warmth to the <strong>interior </strong>of your house and fresh flowers add a splash of color to any <strong>room</strong>.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Redesign + More </strong>offers <strong>Vacant </strong>and <strong>Occupied</strong> - <strong>Home Staging in Charlotte NC</strong></p> <p> </p> <p><br></p><div class="agent_signature"> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="268"></a></p> <p> </p> <p><span><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Interior Redesign - Interior Home Staging - Charlotte NC"><span><strong>Peggy Johnson</strong></span></a></span></p> <p><span><strong>704.880.7901</strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="mailto:peggy@peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Staged To Sell - Charlotte NC">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging Resources - Charlotte NC"> </a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Residential Properties - Commercial Properties - Charlotte NC">www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Experts in Design Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging">www.redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><br></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>"Creating a new view- one room at a time"</strong></span></span></p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com"><img title="Home Stager Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/2/0/0/ar125841898100232.png" height="60" alt="Blogger" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson%20"><img title="Redesign and Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/4/4/7/ar125841907874401.png" height="60" alt="Facebook Profile" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><img title="Experts in Design Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/9/1/4/5/ar125841913754192.png" height="60" alt="Twitter" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><img title="Real Estate Home Stager Charlotte &amp; Lake Norman NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/5/6/9/1/ar125841920419656.png" height="60" alt="Linked In" width="60"></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson"><br></a></p>   <p><a href="http://twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><br></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><br></a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Peggy Johnson Blogger"> </a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"> </a></p> </div> Peggy Johnson Charlotte NC Home Stager (Redesign + More) Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:13:39 -0500 http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1330672/home-staging-to-sell-in-the-cooler-months http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1185362/exterior-home-improvement-charlotte-nc <p><em>Improving the curb appeal of your home can be an inexpensive</em><strong><em> home improvement </em></strong><em>and the improvements can transform </em><em>the entire look and feel of your </em><em>home.</em><strong><em> </em></strong><em>You can reap returns on a small investment</em>. </p> <p>1. Clean your yard,(limbs, debris and leaves) 2. Apply fresh mulch,(important to make your <strong>home improvement </strong>look clean and well landscaped) 3. Add color with flowers,(potted or hanging baskets add color to decks and porches) 4. Upgrade your mailbox,(adding small flowers or shrubs around it) 5. Upgrade your garage door,(by painting the door or replacing it with a carriage door) 6. Paint the front door with a color that pops like red or coordinate the paint color to your exterior colors. 7. Always make sure your entrance is well defined. 8. Change your exterior light fixtures and hardware on your exterior doors. 9. Coordinate the house numbers, light fixtures, door kick plates and door handles, matching finishes and style. (Finishes and styles like brass, copper, hand rubbed bronze or nickel) 10. Resurface your driveway or stain it, and consider staining your deck with a warm color.</p> <p>*Keep in mind that your backyard should be turned into an oasis this is a very important <strong>home improvement </strong>Create an outdoor room or rooms for entertaining, relaxing and dining by adding outdoor patio furniture using awnings and umbrellas or even a outdoor fireplace. (It adds to the the houses square footage of living space).</p> <p> </p> <p> </p><div class="agent_signature"> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com"><img title="Expert Design - Redesign - Real Estate Staging - Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/3/3/0/ar125641983603306.jpg" height="128" alt="Design, Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" width="268"></a></p> <p> </p> <p><span><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Interior Redesign - Interior Home Staging - Charlotte NC"><span><strong>Peggy Johnson</strong></span></a></span></p> <p><span><strong>704.880.7901</strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="mailto:peggy@peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Staged To Sell - Charlotte NC">peggyjohnson@redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging Resources - Charlotte NC"> </a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com" title="Residential Properties - Commercial Properties - Charlotte NC">www.peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p><span><strong><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Experts in Design Redesign and Real Estate Home Staging">www.redesignplusmore.com</a></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><br></span></p> <p><span><span><strong>"Creating a new view- one room at a time"</strong></span></span></p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com"><img title="Home Stager Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/3/2/0/0/ar125841898100232.png" height="60" alt="Blogger" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson%20"><img title="Redesign and Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/4/4/7/ar125841907874401.png" height="60" alt="Facebook Profile" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><img title="Experts in Design Redesign &amp; Real Estate Staging Charlotte NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/9/1/4/5/ar125841913754192.png" height="60" alt="Twitter" width="60"></a> <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><img title="Real Estate Home Stager Charlotte &amp; Lake Norman NC" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/5/6/9/1/ar125841920419656.png" height="60" alt="Linked In" width="60"></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/peggyvjohnson"><br></a></p>   <p><a href="http://twitter.com/RedesignPsMore"><br></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"><br></a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://peggyjohnsonredesignplusmore.blogspot.com" title="Peggy Johnson Blogger"> </a></p> <p><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyjohnson"> </a></p> </div> Peggy Johnson Charlotte NC Home Stager (Redesign + More) Thu, 06 Aug 2009 21:50:30 -0400 http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1185362/exterior-home-improvement-charlotte-nc http://peggyjohnsonhomestager.com/post/1316522/charlotte-nc-home-staging-to-sell- <p><strong>Charlotte NC - Home Staging to Sell</strong> -  It is essential to know what improvements to make, be precise about what you can expect to gain, and have a clear understanding of what is happening in the neighborhood.</p> <p><a href="http://www.redesignplusmore.com" title="Home Stagers Charlotte NC"><strong>Do Your </strong><strong>Home Staging to Sell Research -</strong></a><br>Before you think about <strong>selling</strong> a <strong>home</strong>, compare the <strong>home</strong> you plan to <strong>home</strong> <strong>stage </strong>and <strong>sell </strong>with other <strong>homes</strong> in the area. If a comparable property sold for $500,000 with a renovated kitchen and new appliances, don’t think you can get the same $500,000 by repainting the kitchen cabinets and laying down new flooring.<br><br>When you investigate other homes, take note of what upgrades have been made. Are the kitchens and baths fully renovated, with granite countertops, stone tile, custom made cabinetry and stainless steel appliances, or are they more ordinary? Are there up to date or brand new hardwood floors throughout? Recessed lighting? Finished basement? Is the electrical and plumbing up to date and upgraded?  <br><br><strong>Enhance Exterior Home</strong> <strong>Landscaping</strong> -<br>Remove dying trees, bushes and flowers. Always trim overgrown areas. Replace dead grass with fresh sod. Plant evergreens, wreaths and potted urns in the winter months, and colorful blooms in spring and summer. Try using wood chips like chocolate or cedar-scented brands or gravel to economically cover large challenging areas this will enhance the <strong>homes exterior</strong>.<br><br><strong>Exterior Home Curb Appeal</strong> -<br>Repair flaking paint and dry-damaged windowsills and shutters. Paint the front and back doors as well as garage doors, and if needed, replace them. Repair or replace broken or non-working eaves troughs. Fix and replace any aging or broken fencing. Consider adding <strong>exterior </strong>lighting to enhance <strong>curb appeal</strong>.<br><br><strong>Update the Kitchen &amp; Bathrooms</strong> -<br>These are lasting focal points for potential buyers, keep in mind that you must find a balance between being cost-conscious and looking like you took the cheap avenue. Kitchens can cost between $15,000- $80,000, bathrooms can range between $6,000-$30,000. Check and compare to see what materials they use. If most of the homes in the neighborhood highlight granite countertops and brand new appliances, then you should do the same if you expect a similar price tag.<br><br><strong>Upgrade / Replace Flooring</strong> -<br>Check and compare in your neighborhood before you decide on what flooring you should choose. If all the <strong>homes</strong> in the area have new hardwood, don’t lay down laminate, unless you want to <strong>sell </strong>your <strong>home </strong>at a lesser value.<br><br>You can bring down costs by choosing synthetic opposed to natural stone tile, and sanding and re-staining hardwood instead of replacing it.  You can save by having your carpet company bind large leftovers for bedrooms instead of installing wall-to-wall carpet.  Do this only if the floor is hardwood and in good condition.<br><br><strong>Apply Paint when Home Staging -</strong><br>Paint more then the walls, paint everything the ceilings, closets, baseboards and interior doors. It will make the <strong>home</strong> feel clean, fresh and brand new. Note choose neutral paint colors.<br><br><strong>Replace Old Switch Plates -</strong><br>Nothing ages a homes property more than old, dated and discolored switch plates. Hire an electrician or do it yourself if you have the skills. Dimmer switches in dining rooms, kitchens and living rooms add an inexpensive touch.<br><br><strong>Install Crown Moldings -</strong><br>Adding crown molding is a nonstructural change that can recreate an interior. Stay away from poor quality versions from hardware chains that you can install yourself; they may save you money, but will look cheap. Choose a crown molding of significant size that matches the style of the house, and make sure there are no visible seams once installed. It’s a good idea if you redo crown moldings; look at adding new baseboards as well.<br><br><strong>Bring Lighting Up to Date </strong>-<br>Install Pot lights they offer a clean, uncluttered look and create good lighting in a space.  They can run around $100 and up, this is a high return on investment. When<a href="http://www.peggyjohnsonhomestager.com" title="Home Staging to Sell Charlotte NC"> <strong>home staging to sell</strong> </a>think about adding new chandeliers in the foyer, dining room and kitchen. 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