“I feel more comfortable hiring a professional who has been recommended to me,” said just about everyone who’s ever looked for a good accountant, dentist, lawn care company, contractor – you name it.

I suspect that’s no surprise to you.

For obvious reasons, people just naturally feel better about contacting a recommended professional than they do a stranger. These days, more than ever before, people are asking for recommendations, from friends, from neighbours, and on social media.

That’s why I work so hard to ensure people in the communities I serve get to know me and how I can help them sell successfully and find their next dream home.

It’s also why I’m dedicated to continually providing value to the prospects I meet and the wonderful clients with whom I work. This newsletter is just one of the many ways I do that.

So, if you happen to run into someone — a friend or neighbour — who is looking for a trusted real estate agent, I hope you’ll feel comfortable giving them my name.

And I’m happy to return the favour. If you’re looking for a “home-related” professional, such as a contractor, give me a call. Chances are, I’ll know someone that I can recommend.

Thank you in advance for your support.

As you most likely know, staging involves setting up the furniture, art and accessories of each room to help make your home look as appealing as possible to potential buyers. It’s similar to what furniture stores do when they create displays of model bedrooms, kitchens, etc.

When you’re staging your home, the master bedroom is particularly important. Here are some simple staging tips worth trying:
1. Mirrors – Consider using mirrors to make the bedroom seem larger and more comfortable.
2. Give Your Bed a Refresh – Put a new comforter on the bed.
3. Light it Up – Open curtains or add a lamp if the lighting is dim. (Make sure lights are turned on during viewings.)
4. Declutter – Be ruthless when removing clutter from the room, particularly the closet. Don’t keep anything stored under the bed.
5. Depersonalize – Remove personal items, such as portraits.
6. Practice the Art of Minimalism – Be a minimalist when it comes to the nightstand. Only have two or three accessories on it and make sure they complement the theme, such as a book, vase, candle holder, etc. (Don’t leave anything on top of dressers.)
7. Paint – Experts say a neutral palette works best. Neutral colours allow our eyes to rest, evoking a sense of calmness and serenity.
Ideally, you want to make the bedroom look like a calm and welcoming retreat.
trying:

1. Mirrors – Consider using mirrors to make the bedroom seem larger and more comfortable.
2. Give Your Bed a Refresh – Put a new comforter on the bed.
3. Light it Up – Open curtains or add a lamp if the lighting is dim. (Make sure lights are turned on during viewings.)
4. Declutter – Be ruthless when removing clutter from the room, particularly the closet. Don’t keep anything stored under the bed.
5. Depersonalize – Remove personal items, such as portraits.
6. Practice the Art of Minimalism – Be a minimalist when it comes to the nightstand. Only have two or three accessories on it and make sure they complement the theme, such as a book, vase, candle holder, etc. (Don’t leave anything on top of dressers.)
7. Paint – Experts say a neutral palette works best. Neutral colours allow our eyes to rest, evoking a sense of calmness and serenity.

Ideally, you want to make the bedroom look like a calm and welcoming retreat.