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Are you selling your home soon and want to know the best way to get your house sold faster? The Creative Home Staging Show is a real estate podcast for home sellers and realtors. I'm your host Kasia McDaniel, a home stager who's moved with the military many times and learned the best ways to sell your home quickly. On the show, we talk about decluttering, curb appeal, common staging mistakes, as well rooms such as the living room, bedroom, bathroom and more. In each episode, I offer home sta ...
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This podcast series is about how to buy a house. This is intended to provide home buyers and home sellers with helpful tips and advice regarding the home buying process and the home selling process. Buying and Selling real estate not easy to really do it the right way you need to get educated and informed so you can make a wise decision for you and your family. This Podcast show will allow you to watch, absorb, and utilize these home buying tips. You will learn how to choose a great Realtor, ...
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Episode 327 Selling your home soon and need to hide some of that clutter? Let me share some clever home staging tips and tricks on how I hide clutter in plain site and where you can stash things in this episode. Plus hang out to the end where I share my moving tip of the week. Mentioned in this episode: Home Staging Squad membership https://bluedia…
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Episode 326 Looking forward to some Black Friday deals? I'm so excited to share what I will be offering my home sellers and realtors to help them sell their homes faster. Listen in to the five daily Black Friday Deals you can preview early so that you can move into your next home. Mentioned in this episode: Black Friday Deals https://bluediamondsta…
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Episode 325 Home improvement projects can be a hassle, but doing the RIGHT ones is especially important before selling a house. As a home seller, you don't want to spend money on the wrong projects and not get your return on investment when you sell your home. In this episode, I share the top home improvements you should do as recommended by home p…
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Episode 324 As we get ready to stage our houses to sell, parents often wonder how much effort they need to put into staging their kid's bedroom? Are they important? How much do we need to do? Let's get into some home staging and buyer's facts to help us solve the dilemma and where to focus your staging efforts. Mentioned in this episode:NAR 2023 Pr…
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Episode 323. If you are selling your home soon, there are a number of professionals like real estate agents, photographers and mortgage lenders who make the selling process as smooth as possible. But who do you listen to when it comes to home staging advice? People who have done it before or an expert? You might like:Download my free staging guide,…
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Episode 322. The front porch is the first area home buyers will see when they come to an open house or showing. Make that front porch shine and avoid these home staging mistakes when putting your home on the real estate market. Mentioned in this episode: How to Start Staging Your Home Now Guide (free) www.bit.ly/startstagingnow You might like: Home…
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Episode 321. Wall art decor can be a personal decision and reflects your personality. But when it comes time to decorate your home to sell, we need to tone down some of that wall art. Some wall art can be trendy and then quickly make your home look outdated. Learn what three wall decor items can make your home look outdated that I recommend removin…
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Episode 320. Are you ready to decorate for Halloween? Need some Halloween decorating ideas? It’s officially Fall and Halloween is my favorite holiday because we love to decorate for Halloween inside and outside. Each year we have different Halloween decorating ideas because we like to change things up. Let me share some Halloween decorating ideas f…
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Episode 319. If you are getting ready to sell your home this Fall, you will want to join me for this FREE 30-day Home Staging Challenge. It's for home sellers and realtors who need to know what it takes to stage a house. Homeowners need to make a great first impression and these home staging tasks include decluttering, curb appeal, and other tips o…
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Episode 318. If you have a dining room and you are selling your home soon, you will want to listen in to this episode. I share home staging tips for the dining room as well as things you should and should not do. Mentioned in the podcast: Blog post https://bluediamondstaginganddesign.com/home-staging/buyers-want-formal-dining-room-hear-what-realtor…
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Episode 317. Repurposing a room or a space in your home can be a fun project. Maybe you have a new hobby or outgrew a need. By redesigning it, you can create a whole new space that you will use for years to come. Download my free staging guide, How to Start Staging Now at www.bit.ly/startstagingnow Contact Kasia McDaniel to book a home staging cons…
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Episode 316. Planning on a camping trip soon? Whether you are tent camping, staying in a camper, or at a cabin, there are certain things to keep in mind to get things organized and easier to find. Let's dive into camping and what you can do to prepare for your camping trip. Mentioned in this episode: Tent Camping Packing List https://www.etsy.com/l…
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Episode 315. Moving can be stressful for anyone but when you add kids to the mix, it can be downright exhausting. We’ve had our share of moves across the country and around the world with and without kids. So how do you do it? Let’s talk about what will make your life easier when moving with kids. Mentioned in this episode: Military moving checklis…
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Episode 314. There is a new way to decorate that is trending on Pinterest and it’s called Street Style. It's not something you would normally find in the suburban area where I live, but if you live in the city, are a young professional, or a teenager who wants to show off their artistic style, this may be right up your alley. It's a great way to co…
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Episode 313. It’s August and if you are a parent, some of your kids may have already gone back to school or about to and you know what this means…time to get them ready and in the mindset to do homework. My kids like to do homework in different places around the house. Some like to be in the kitchen when I’m prepping dinner, while some of them need…
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Episode 312. When it comes to selling your home in the real estate market, I know you will do everything you can to make it look nice and appeal to buyers. But did you know there are certain things that can turn off homebuyers? As a home seller, it's important to prepare for open houses and showings. Don’t make the mistake of doing these 15 things …
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Episode 311. Summertime is meant for vacation. I know trying to accomplish anything else around your home can be asking for too much. House chores pile up and decluttering is at the end of your to do list. But if you pick one mini task to tackle now to get your home ready for the real estate market or update your home decor, you can feel a sense of…
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Episode 310. So you have a college student moving away to live in a dorm. Not sure what to pack or how much is too much? I was in the same boat a few years ago. Dorms are small and you don't want to overpack. That is why I want to share some dorm room essentials that we learned and a checklist to help you get through this transition. I also cover a…
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Episode 309. When selling your home, realtors know your home needs to show well. But what happens when your realtor says, I don’t believe in home staging to you as a homeowner? Well, I had that same scenario happen to my client who hired me as a home stager to help her. Let’s talk about what we did in this week’s episode. You might like: Download m…
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Episode 308. We started a vegetable garden this year and we went all out. Last year we started with just pots and grew some potatoes, basil, and green onions. This year we created a plan with 8-foot-long beds in separate areas around our home. Listen in to hear what we learned, our wins and losses and the pests we had to deal with this year.Mention…
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Episode 307. Buying a house soon and wondering what mortgage loans to use or tips to get a better credit rating? Do I need to work with a lender and will they really look out for me? That is why I invited my friend, Rita Hairston, a senior home loan consultant with Main Street Home Loans. She covers mortgage loans, tips, and busts some mortgage myt…
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Episode 306. With summer here and trips to come, we are bound to host guests in our house. We recently hosted a family of five in our house and I wanted to share some tips and tricks on how to get ready to host overnight guests and what you can do to make them feel right at home. You might like: Download my free staging guide, How toStart Staging N…
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Episode 305. Home decor accessories can help pull a room together. Using color, textures, and shapes, an accessory helps fill in the gaps after you put in the furniture. Accessories also are a way to express your personality. So let’s get into some ideas on what accessories you should have in your home to fill in those gaps. Mentioned in this episo…
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Episode 304. Home Organizing professional, Amber Kornegay, helps busy moms organize their homes and feel less overwhelmed. We talk about how she got started, her services, and share some organizing tips you can use now. Mentioned in this episode: Organized by Amber on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/organizedbyamberllc/ Organized by Amber on Fa…
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Episode 303. It is June and this is the time when moving gets busy. I know for my military families out there, this is PCS season, and moving can get very expensive. That’s why I want to talk about home staging resources to help keep you on budget. Mentioned in this episode: Home Decor Accessory ebook https://www.etsy.com/listing/1614205648/home-de…
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Teenagers can be a moody bunch and their bedroom can reflect their personality. Some parents would love to help them declutter and start over. If your teenager is willing to work with you, they may want to make their bedroom more of “their own”, which brings me to themes. In this episode, let’s talk about some updating the little kid's bedroom and …
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Throw pillows can be something that you have too much of or not enough. They are a great home accessory, can help update a room, and are budget-friendly. In this episode, I want to go through a few rooms where throw pillows can help you stage your home to sell or update your home decor and how many are too many. Mentioned in this episode: How to st…
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Large heavy furniture and accessories can overwhelm a room if it’s not used correctly. I had a client who recently wanted me to hang a large ornate mirror. When I came over, we discussed the location of where to hang it. Listen to what we decided to do with this large 5ft x 4 ft ornate mirror.Mentioned in this episode: Start Staging Now: www.bit.ly…
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When staging a home, there seem to be a million and one tasks that you need to do before picture day. There are many things you could do, but I want to share a big one that might get overlooked when staging a home, and that is staging countertops. You may not think it’s a big deal but listen in to what you can quickly do that doesn’t cost a dime. ‌…
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The short term rental (or STRs) are crazy around here and towns have been tightening rules on them here in NC. Not sure about where you live, but having a rental property is another revenue stream for people who are trying to make ends meet. But if you are renting out a home, condo or apartment there are a few things you should keep in mind when it…
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So you put your house up for sale and are waiting with bated breath for the first offer. And you wait. And wait. And nothing. Very few showings and not much interest. So now you wonder, well now what? How do I get buyers to show up? Let’s talk about what you should look for in this week’s podcast episode. Mentioned in this episode: Secret to Sellin…
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Basements can be transformed into usable space in your home. The size of your basement can limit the ways how you use it but it can be a great space for a number of things. If you have a basement and selling your house soon, you will want to listen in on this episode.Mentioned in this episode: Willow Brook Printable https://www.etsy.com/shop/Willow…
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It’s officially spring time and you know what that means! Pollen!!!! Oh wait that’s here in North Carolina. Anyway, yes spring means allergies too but when it comes to owning a house, you know that spring cleaning should be on your list. And I have a few things that I need to work on this spring that I’ve been neglecting for some time now. So let’s…
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Have you had a rough night sleeping? Are you or your partner tossing and turning and keeping the other one awake? Yeah, I’ve had that too. But I learned about this one method that I tried and my sleep has never been better. Mentioned in this episode: Willow Brook Printable Etsy shop www.willowbrookprintable.etsy.com Master bedroom layouts Scandinav…
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A mantra is a motivating chant like I think I can, I think I can. And as you chant your mantra, it releases the positive energy and decreases the negative thoughts or stress, As I think about my two businesses, Blue Diamond Staging & Design and WillowBrookPrintable, I realized they help people in different stages in life. So I came up with a new ma…
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When you move into a small home or apartment, you may not realize that decorating it has to be approached in a different way. The big furniture won't fit as well in a smaller space. Or it just feels too cramped. Are there different rules to decorating a small space? YES! Let me share some tips on how to decorate smaller spaces in your home.Mentione…
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What do you do when you have dark brown wall paneling in your home? It makes the space look outdated and dark. Do you take it down? Try something else? I had a real estate agent pose this question to me. Listen in to hear my answer. Mentioned in this episode: Color Snap app by Sherwin Williams Color portfolio by Benjamin Moore 4 Wall Colors bit.ly/…
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Living rooms are the most important room to stage when it comes to selling your home. But it can be daunting for real estate agents and home sellers to know how to make it look good. You are in luck because my How to Stage a Living Room course is now available online! Listen up to hear what you will learn. Mentioned in this episode: https://bluedia…
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You know how you get into a habit or routine and you get comfortable with it? It makes you feel like you accomplished something or it’s just a natural part of your day. But then, something drastic changes and you get thrown off your routine. You feel off-center and out of control. I want to share what threw me lately, how it affects my business, an…
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I recently sent two potential clients to my competitor. Yes, that’s right, I did. But why, do you ask? Because as a business I have grown and learned so much about myself as a home stager. Let me share why I did it, how it makes my business stronger, and what you can learn from it as well. Mentioned in this episode: Podcast episode #261 Pros and Co…
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My husband loves to watch “Cole the Cornstar” on YouTube but it’s not what you think. Cole is a young farmer who explains his weekly issues on the farm and all the equipment and barns he has on his 1700 acres of farmland. He talks about the 20 minutes he tackles each day to take care of those ankle-biter tasks that just don’t get done. But if YOU t…
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If you are a cat lover and have these indoor plants in your home, you will want to consider swapping them out with cat-safe plants. I love indoor plants but had no idea certain ones are considered poisonous plants to pets. In this week's episode, I share cat-safe plantsand plants that are poisonous to cats thanks to my friend, Chelsea, who owns a p…
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As part of the new year cleanup, my pantry has gotten out of hand lately. I have a walk-in pantry that is 8 feet deep and 4 feet across so there is LOTS of space to store/hide things. And that’s when we get into trouble with losing things that you didn’t realize are still in there. This past week I worked on cleaning out my pantry and I want to giv…
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Happy New Year! With a new year, there are always new things we want to tackle. And for homeowners there are things that you can stop doing when it comes time to sell your home. Now I wanted to tell you to stop doing this one thing...but I can’t stop with just one…so I will share at least two things to stop doing.Mentioned in this episode: How to d…
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Is this going to be the last Christmas in your home? Are you selling it next year? Home selling can be stressful but you don’t have to do it alone. When your house is staged and looks move-in ready, buyers will flock to your open house to make an offer so you can move into your next house. Let me share how we can work together to make this process …
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Enjoy time with family or friends with a winter bucket list. That’s not to say this will be your last winter, but it’s good to have a list of ideas of what you want to do during the holiday season. Do you want to go snow tubing? Maybe listen to live Christmas music? Then make a list and get out there! Here are some ideas to get the creative thinkin…
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A stocking is one of the most recognized symbols for Christmas. Did you know the tradition of hanging stockings started with a nobleman named Nicholas in the third century? However, back then houses had fireplaces because that was the only source of heat for the house! Nowadays, not all houses have a fireplace. What do you do if you don’t have a fi…
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Home for the holidays but your home isn’t quite up to its potential with your home decor? And you have guests coming over? Maybe it’s time to up your decor game and add a few finishing touches to make your home a bit homey and “adult” like. That’s why I created a home decor gift guide that you can add to your Christmas list (or buy now) as you get …
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You know when you start a DIY project, you look up all the steps you need to take. You watch some videos, you look up blog posts, you basically do your research. But how do you know when it’s time to bring in the pros? When do you let them take over? Let me share my ideas and when I had to call in the reinforcements for my projects. Mentioned in th…
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