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	THE HOME STAGER June 2008
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PROJECT SHOW CASE
Bourne House, Blandford Forum

Exterior, Bourne House, Winterborne Whitechurch, Dorset Living, Bourne House, Winterborne Whitechurch, Dorset Dining, Bourne House, Winterborne Whitechurch, Dorset Kitchen, Bourne House, Winterborne Whitechurch, Dorset Master bedroom, Bourne House, Winterborne Whitechurch, Dorset Bathroom, Bourne House, Winterborne Whitechurch, Dorset

This new, unique and stunning 2 bedroom loft style duplex apartment is in a converted warehouse retaining many original features and complemented with a chic contemporary finish. The overall feel of the staged home is stylish modern living appealing to a wide range of potential buyers. For example, the dining chairs are in cream leather and the master bedroom contains a contemporary chaise longue dressed with cushions, and a dressing mannequin.

Meet the Project Team:
Furnishings: Steve Kerslake; Project Manager: Maria Ford;
Stylist: Alison Stone

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Top 5 Bargain Renovations for June

Renovate Alerts - find a property to renovate

Terraced house with gardens, in Northumberland - £99,950
Victorian property, courtyard and views in Devon
3 bed property, gardens, parking, 2 receptions and cellar, in Yorkshire
Detached chalet, gardens, garage and close to amenities, in Cheshire
Grade II listed farmhouse, spacious accommodation, in semi-rural Suffolk

Get Moving...

Home Stagers' June Message

Flaming June is here already!

I'd like to introduce myself. I am Maria Ford. You may have already seen my profile as part of the show home team for the last 18 months. I've known Tina for over 4 years now and we have loads in common, not least our birthdays are just a day apart (making us both Capricorns). We both have the same passion for homes and interiors and I was over the moon when Tina invited me to join her as Creative Director. As part of my new role I will be setting the Home Stagers Design Trends and the creative direction for the business.

We are already well known by the media as a company that has great case studies and 'before' and 'after' pictures of our many successful projects and happy clients. My job will be to ensure complete customer satisfaction, sourcing all the great accessories we use in our show homes and compiling a great body of work in our company portfolio.

stylist training in progress

Tina is a fantastic trainer and I have learnt so much from her; from June I'll be taking over her stylist and design consultant training groups as her personally trained trainer, so Tina can focus on her next massive project of developing the business to its next level. We'll keep you posted on that as we don't want to ruin the surprise.

I've also been asked to bring you the newsletter content each month. So here I am!

In this month's newsletter we bring you articles on how to sell your home before you go on holiday, interior trends for that special room in your home ... the bedroom, and news about all that's happening at the Home Stagers stand at the fabulous BBC Summer Festival (NEC 11-15 June). I really hope you can get to see us at the show - we're as passionate about interiors as you are. If you're one of our lucky ticket competition winners, why not drop in and say hello? We can guarantee everyone lots of inspiration and expert advice on the stand plus free goodies!!!

'Til my next newsletter, Maria

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Home Stagers in the News

The Reading Midweek Chronicle says that Reading is a prime target for 'home staging' - and we're looking to franchise our services for the whole Berkshire area. Home Stagers founder Tina Jesson says "Reading has a huge number of estate agents, so there's fantastic potential for home staging services in Reading and the surrounding areas. Both home staging and show home design are rapidly becoming an invaluable marketing tool for estate agents and developers throughout the UK and we're looking for people with strong sales skills who can help local property professionals understand how using home staging to encourage increased interest and quick sales." Contact www.homestagersfranchise.co.uk - 0800 542 8 952

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Don’t let your hard earned cash go down the drain Spending money to remodel kitchens and bathrooms is an excellent way to recoup an investment on home improvements. This can be as expensive – or as inexpensive – as you desire. Following these guidelines, however, will assist you to save money where it counts the most; in your utility bills. The more of these valuable measures you implement, the more you will save.

Credit squeeze - but landlords are surviving under pressure Despite constant changes in lender activity over half of buy-to-let landlords (52%) still believe it is relatively easy to obtain mortgage finance and one in five are currently looking to buy further properties, an increase from December last year.

Home Stagers at the BBC Summer Festival, Birmingham Home Stagers is at the BBC Summer Festival at the NEC, Birmingham (11 -15 June 2008). Hurry to get your tickets so you can come along and meet the team!

Interior Design for your Bedroom Our new editor Maria explains the latest trends in bedroom design; lush colours varying with the season.

Collette in the News! - Our Norfolk consultant Collette Hanlon has been featured in the press several times lately:

Make first impressions count Time to brighten up the exterior of your home. Mark Nicholls from Norfolk magazine explores the concept of kerb appeal with our Norfolk consultant Collette Hanlon.

How to give your home a makeover Norwich Evening News reporter Emma Harrowing finds out what it takes to give a room a makeover, by watching Home Stagers stylist Collette Hanlon giving a lounge a face lift.

East meets West In r magazine, Collette Hanlon explains how to select the best design traditions from East and West to theme your home.

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Home Stagers TV

movie icon Movie: Sell your home in half the time - How home staging can get a house sold in double quick time. Home Stagers founder and home staging expert Tina Jesson gives us her tips.

movie icon Movie: Property Design - Do you know where to make the most cost efficient improvements in your property interior? Your questions answered, from whether to keep a design scheme neutral, to whether to keep period features. VideoJug asked Tina for her thoughts, don't miss it ....

Hot Properties for June 2008

NEW – Bouverie Place, Folkestone CT20 1AU, £165,000 2 Bed Brand New Purpose Built Apartment, in the resort town of Folkestone. Set in the heart of the recently opened Bouverie Place Shopping Centre within Folkestone Town, the apartment offers a high quality contemporary finish, and is convenient for local amenities. STAGED TO SELL by Home Stagers Show Homes Stylist: Alison Stone

NEW – Nelson Street, Ilkeston DE7 8PN, £119,950 NO UPWARD CHAIN Stunning 3 bedroom house located in the Derbyshire market town of Ilkeston with short commute to the city centres of both Nottingham and Derby. The property has undergone substantial improvements, and the interior is worthy of show home status, an internal inspection is a must. Stylists: Judith Ayres and Caroline Williams

NEW – The Green, Wolviston, Cleveland TS22 5LN, £225,000 This well positioned semi detached property is located within the prestigious Wolviston Village and overlooking the village green. The property has been newly refurbished and offers spacious living accommodation and a generous sized rear garden with established trees, plants and shrubs and a good degree of privacy. STAGED TO SELL by Home Stagers Show Homes Stylist: Louise Elliott

NEW – Bourne House, Winterborne Whitechurch, Dorset DT11 0AE, £350,000 A new, unique and stunning loft style duplex apartment in an historic Grade II Listed warehouse. The Maltings is set in Blandford St Mary, some half a mile from the centre of the Georgian market town of Blandford Forum. STAGED TO SELL by Home Stagers Show Homes Stylist: Alison Stone

NEW – Callow Court, Seymour Street, Chelmsford CM2 0RW, £475,000 Guide price A unique luxury Penthouse apartment with spacious accommodation and views over the River Can and Central Park. Three bedrooms, en-suite, bathroom, 35' lounge, 21' kitchen/breakfast room, allocated parking. STAGED TO SELL by Home Stagers Show Homes Stylist: Susan Browne

NEW – Crowmarsh Gifford, Oxon OX10 8EA, £330,000 OIEO An attractive Grade II listed period property which offers a wealth of original features in the popular location of Crowmarsh Gifford in Oxfordshire. A charming home arranged over three storeys with open fireplace in the dining room and refitted kitchen.Stylist: Alison Stone

NEW – Bramley House, Derbyshire DE7 4DX, £280,000 OFFERS IN EXCESS A truly fabulous period property, Bramley House is a most beautiful 4 bedroom Edwardian residence, carefully maintained and displaying a wealth of charm and authentic period features. If you need space and character then book a viewing inspection to fully appreciate what this substantial house has to offer. Stylist: Tina Jesson

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TESTIMONIALS

Ms A Home Owner, Norfolk – – Home Sale Consultation, DIY Project Plan, Hot Property Promotion, The Vital Guide to Selling Your Home "I followed your report on the property. The house went on the market on Tuesday and we have accepted an offer today. This for a house that would not sell no matter how much we dropped the price. THANK YOU very much indeed."

Ms A Home Owner, Bath – – Hot Property Promotion, Home Sale Consultation, The Vital Guide to Selling Your Home "Very small points (such as placement of furniture) made a huge difference, and didn't cost anything. Some things we had intended to do just for sale, such as replace a number of worn carpets, were deemed unecessary. This actually saved us a lot of money!"

Miss B Home Owner, Wiltshire – – The Vital Guide to Selling Your Home, Hot Property Promotion, Home Sale Consultation "I can't thank you enough for all your help - after 8 long months on the market we were beginning to give up but we did all the work you advised and after the house had been back on the market for just 2 weeks, it sold to the first viewers!! You really given us invaluable advice and we will certainly be recommending your services!"

Mrs E Home Owner, Birmingham – Juliet Doyle – Home Sale Consultation, Complete Home Staging Day, The Vital Guide to Selling Your Home Thank you so much. I had a constant stream of viewings after you staged my house. The new photos looked amazing on the internet. I have just agreed a sale after just two weeks. I wish I had contacted you a year ago when I first put my house on the market. I will definitely book a design consultation with you when I move to my next house.

Miss Q Home Owner – – Home Sale Consultation, Complete Home Staging Day, Hot Property Promotion, The Vital Guide to Selling Your Home "The stylist did a great job getting my house in ship shape after 21 months on the market with estate agents saying I didn't need to do anything - After doing up my house and putting me in contact with HSH, my house sold to the first viewer - not only does the buyer want the house, they also want all the furniture and accessories used in the staging process."

CASE STUDY

Home Stagers to the Rescue

Their home had been twelve months on the market and with no sale despite viewings, so Alistair and Jane were desparate to move. After one Home Sale consultation, and a minimal spend of just £200, the delighted vendors sold to the next viewer and were finally FREE to move on.

Read their story here.

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Callow Court, Chelmsford

Exterior, 40 Callow Court, Seymour Street, Chelmsford Living, 40 Callow Court, Seymour Street, Chelmsford Lounge-dining, 40 Callow Court, Seymour Street, Chelmsford Kitchen, 40 Callow Court, Seymour Street, Chelmsford Bedroom, 40 Callow Court, Seymour Street, Chelmsford

STAGED TO SELL by Home Stagers Show Homes
Stylist: Susan Browne

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