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Client Action Plans and Staging Reports

At HSR, we provide you with a variety of helpful "Client Action Plans" so it's easy for you to download them in Word, customize them to your business and easily walk through the home with one in hand (as described in the HSR Guide to Success Section).

We recommend you download and review each Action Plan.  My preference is the Staging Report (shortened) for efficiency and I like the photo visual BUT if you really want to follow the 8-Steps in each room, FEEL HOME process, the HSR Feel Home Action Plan may be the one for you.  For a very simple report, go with the Top 10 Priority Report which simply let's you fill out the most important staging priorities.

We give you various options, so you don't all look alike and because we know everyone approaches design a bit differently.

NEW Staging Report in Canva!

You must first create your FREE Canva Account if you haven't already, so go to Canva.com to do that.

Staging Report Shortened

Watch the quick video above to see how to get the most from this Canva Template!  

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Staging Report Long Version with Table of Contents

Watch the quick video above to see how to get the most from this Canva Template!  

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The Resources and Downloads in Word in This Section Are:

Anatomy of a Staging Day

What to Do In A Staging Day

What do you do if a client or agent wants you to get straight into a home for a half day or full day of staging?  In this video, I show you what we did in a half day with a VERY cold client.  Before we jump into it, remember that in this scenario where they want you to just roll up your sleeves and work miracles, there is a bit of prep work we ask of the seller to do in the form of the "Home Preparation Plan" which you should give to the seller before coming to any home.

Anatomy of a Staging Day Rancho Home - Part 1

**This home received multiple offers in the first week it listed! The agent who paid for the staging job directly acquired TWO additional listings during the Open House because she told them she offers 1/2 day of Staging as PART of her listing package.

 

If you are having trouble viewing the video above, please go to this private YouTube link:  https://youtu.be/sL-B3V1NCCI

Anatomy of a Staging Day Rancho Home - Part 2

 

If you are having trouble viewing the video above, please go to this private YouTube link:  https://youtu.be/GoKzH-9bwE4

Old Anatomy of a Staging Day

Since this video was created some time ago, the photos are pix-elated and don't show as well.  This is an optional reinforcement video, so watch it if you want to see another staging job on a tough home:

Anatomy of a Staging Day Escondido Home Part 1

 

If you are having trouble viewing the video above, please go to this private YouTube link:   https://youtu.be/sc_2SICzqok

Anatomy of a Staging Day Escondido Home Part 2

Yikes, you can tell how tough this house was just by looking at the opening photo!

 

If you are having trouble viewing the video above, please go to this private YouTube link:  https://youtu.be/iMJXnI7FtAg

HSR Guide to Success – Pricing and Process

Process, Pricing and Success

This section is the most critical of the entire training!  Please take your time absorbing each form, pause the video if need be and go full screen.  We are tackling a lot! 

Read the "HSR Guide to Success" which is also in your Training Manual.  If you haven't already, you can download Week One of the Training Manual and find this guide inside...

Click to Open

Staging Philosophy and Consultation Process

 

 

Pricing and Services for Success!

 

NEW Staging Report in Canva!

You must first create your FREE Canva Account if you haven't already, so go to Canva.com to do that.

Staging Report Shortened

Watch the quick video above to see how to get the most from this Canva Template!  

yes!  add this template to my canva library!

Staging Report Long Version with Table of Contents

Watch the quick video above to see how to get the most from this Canva Template!  

yes!  add this template to my canva library!

The Resources and Downloads Mentioned in This Section Are:

(Please go to the "Staging Statistics for Members Area" to update these sales sheets with the latest stats as necessary:-)

“Quick Start” Your Business

A Simple Way to "Quick Start" Your Business

Remember...you came to HSR because you love design and have been either formally trained or training yourself for years because of this passion! You already have what's important to the seller but have not formulated the "business" behind your art. If you get a call right away and think you may want to use this as a valuable training experience here's what you should do...

1. Take the call and let the client know you are still working on the "nuts and bolts" of your business but are happy to come by for a Consultation and Walk and Talk where you will go through the home with the seller and verbally tell them everything they should do to get top dollar for their home. Charge between $175-$300 (depending on your demographic) and plan on staying between 2-3 hours in the home. The forms you will want to use are listed below:

  • Seller Pre-Appointment Sheet - Basic yet critical questions for you to get a feel for the home
  • Staging for "Top Dollar" Guide - You can name this sales hand-out the "Seller's Essentials Guide" too or anything you want since it's an enticing 17-page, statistic and photo filled sales sheet to email.
  • Staging Report (Shortened) - This is a shortened version of a client action plan called the "Staging Report" and is great for your "Walk and Talks"
  • Creative Pricing Model - Have pricing ready for when the client needs you for a Staging Day or 1/2 Staging Day.

(Please SAVE these forms to your computer and then OPEN them from there)

2. Sit with the client and discuss the home, staging, etc.. (you may want to watch our Consultation Video)

3. Do a quick walk through of the home while the seller reads the Top Dollar Guide that you've tailored to your area and business.

4. Do a thorough Walk and Talk through the home with the client.

Here is a wonderful webinar we did with one of our Staging Mentors that I really admire and respect, Sherry Castaldi of Organized by Design.  In this webinar she details her organized and simple approach with clients, so I thought this would be a big help for your Quick Start!

 

If you are having trouble viewing the video above, please go to this private YouTube link:  https://youtu.be/87KWpAKrSMM

Finally, if you would like a copy of Sherry's "Quick Property Assessment Form" she has allowed HSR Members to purchase it for only $10.  Click Here to purchase her Assessment form.

Industry Overview

Being "Intentional" and Strategic About Your Business

After over ten years in the staging training industry, I'd like to think I've seen and learned a lot! It's an evolving and spectacular industry to be a part of and this webinar is about understanding it better and being "intentional" with the direction you would like your business to go.

  • An Overview on the Industry and It's Direction
  • A Little Research Goes a Long Way
  • Knowing Thyself
  • Picking Your Poison
  • Recognizing the Red Flags
  • Super Charging Your Marketing
  • Refining Your Art

Make sure you go "full screen" to see some of these videos better!

If you're having a hard time seeing this video, here is the direct link:  https://www.screencast.com/t/pmiFVzxH

Here's some helpful links that the training refers to:

StrengthsFinder 2.0 Book on Amazon

http://www.realestatestagingassociation.com

https://resaconvention.com/

http://www.ashsr.com/

Members Black Book of Discounts

http://www.elitestagingandredesignmorriscountynewjersey.com/what-home-staging-uber-online-dating-have-in-common/

http://www.certifiedcolorexpert.com/

https://www.homestagingresources.com/5-tips-48-cool-resources-help-home-stagers-learn-grow/

More Business Model Member Success Stories from People Like You:

Lessons from a 6-Figure Brand New Stager and Designer

You will love this story of an HSR grad who within 6 months was paying herself a salary of 100K!  Want to know her secrets?  Watch our interview!

Learn from a Veteran, Part-time, 6- Figure Home Stager and Designer

Judith Burzell is a long-time veteran stager who has very intentionally kept her business small but mighty!  Hear her story and tips for success in this podcast audio/video.

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