Matchmaking architectural styles and buyers: A broker’s perspective

It’s essential to understand a client’s tastes, historical context and regional influences, writes broker Michelle Coffing. Doing so ensures buyers are successfully matched with the right home in a style that suits their aesthetic preferences and lifes… Continue reading

Is it real, or is it Bella Staging? Tech Review

The final word is that Bella Staging should be on your list when that next listing isn’t getting the attention that market conditions suggest it should. Continue reading

Top 11 reasons homeowners should sell during the holidays

Don’t let sellers put off listing until 2024. Coach Darryl Davis says it’s time to share the good news about hitting the market during the holiday season. Continue reading

Beth Kushnick went from staging ‘The Good Wife’ to your listing

The longtime film and TV set decorator turned to staging for NYC-based real estate firm Archpoint Advisory on the cusp of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, and is enjoying the opportunity. Continue reading

Matterport calculates square feet, labels rooms with latest AI update

The feature is in beta mode and, upon formal rollout, will allow agents instant access to room dimensions and total square footage by room and floor, according to an announcement Tuesday. Continue reading

2023’s design trends (thus far): Confident, eclectic and ‘hipstoric’

As summer turns to fall, Inman checked in with Maverick Design’s Trend Report to see the latest in home interiors. From statement stones to daring details, bold looks are drawing attention in 2023. Continue reading

New habitat laws have homeowners (and HOAs) buzzing

The power of the HOA may be over in some areas where personal preference and environmental concerns are ruling the day. Continue reading

5 luxury home staging trends that should be on your radar in 2023

Staging leaves a lasting impression on potential buyers. Chris Pollinger sat down with Nicole Senia and Samantha Senia of Elite Home Staging to uncover the latest trends in luxury design. Continue reading

How to realize your vision with a home stager

Does this sound familiar? You have a beautiful listing that would be a fantastic investment for a buyer — yet it has dated paint colors, worn furniture, and too many accessories that will ultimately detract from the results you know you could achieve f… Continue reading

Virtual Staging AI ensures you’ll never market an empty room again: Tech Review

Do you hate marketing an empty house? Virtual Staging AI offers a quick and easy-to-use solution to stage the rooms of a home virtually and save you and your client hassle. Craig Rowe offers a review of the service. Continue reading