Staged to a Tee

A few days ago, a friend of mine in another state called to ask this question.  It opened my eyes to the many misconceptions buyers have about realtors.  My first response was, "Well, first of all, as a buyer?  It is FREE for you." * Yes, that's right.  The seller...

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Oftentimes I am showing clients homes that have....drum roll here...WALLPAPER.  There actually was a time when wal...

October is here, signaling the end of time to list your home for Masters Week.  Many agencies begin the annual listing process in August.  If you've not done your paperwork and photos, it's important to get it done now.  It's a good idea to list your home in several pl...

 (Augusta's newest senior living community...Thrive, on Fury's Ferry) 

This week, I toured Augusta's newest senior living community, "Thrive", pictured above, located on Fury's Ferry Road.  I was delighted by the gorgeous decor, the huge entryway and stone fireplac...

School is back in session, the summer is coming to a gradual end and the tournament seems far, far away but it is actually the time to list your home for the longest market exposure you can get.  

Hopefully your yard is in full bloom, your outdoor spaces are looking gre...

Laurie Easterlin is a professional home stager and realtor with Keller - Williams. 

I recently got a call from a family who plans to put their home on the market next Spring.  I thought the caller was absolutely brilliant.  They are an older couple, and they want to spe...

A friend of ours is currently house hunting and is constantly amazed by the state of the homes she is seeing on her search.  "There is so much clutter around, you can barely make out what is going on in the rooms.  And WHO doesn't put laundry away?"

Having your hou...

I've been rather silent since the tournament began.  Our family has been busy making a giant move after 20 years of joy in our beloved home.  If you've wanted to spread out (6 bedrooms) and feel like you are in the country, while only a stones throw from all activities...

If you are like me, you are in the thick of wondering WHY on earth you do this rental thing.  (Yes.  Even me.)  This is the hard part...the last few strokes to the end.  But don't lose your game face.  Your house may look at bit "Storm Before the Calm"...with sheets an...

Week four of Masters prep has arrived.  This is generally the week where you live in a state of concern...what are you forgetting? (Keep a list on your kitchen counter and free your brain from the fear of forgetting)....Am I going to finish this? (If you've kept up wit...