Desiree MastracchioJul 28, 20201 minStaging With HGTV! Here at Show & Sell Atlanta, we’ve had a busy spring and summer, merchandising properties to "Show & Sell"! Check out this property,...
Desiree MastracchioFeb 1, 20202 minUse Staging as a Marketing Tool!Selling real estate is tough. The landscape is crowded and homeowners have lots of options. In order to get business, agents have to not...
by Desiree MastracchioJun 14, 20193 minHow to Plan Updates WiselyWhether you think you might be listing your home in 1, 5 or 10 years, resale should always be in the back of your mind. Your house is the...
by Desiree Mastracchio, DMDesignSep 23, 20182 minToo High? Too Low? Just Right!Have you ever walked into a room and something just felt "off"? The curtains seem too short... the art above the sofa is too high... It's...
by Desiree Mastracchio, DMDesignApr 16, 20183 minHow to Stage a BathroomWhen preparing to list your home, be sure to spruce up all bathrooms, especially the master, with these guidelines in mind. Make Any...
by Desiree Mastracchio, DMDesignDec 31, 20174 minThink You Can't Afford a Stager? Think Again.Staging costs a little at the front end, and saves a LOT at the back end. Take a look at some of our recent projects, and see for...
Desiree Mastracchio, DMDesignDec 1, 20173 min6 Tips for Decorating/Selling in DecemberAre you or your clients listing in December? Despite having your house on the market, the family still deserves a festive holiday season....
by Desiree Mastracchio, DMDesignOct 16, 20173 minHow to Create a VignetteStaging is all about conveying a lifestyle, and vignettes are an effective way to accomplish this. Vignettes are a group of functional...
by Desiree Mastracchio, DMDesignJul 10, 20174 min10 Essential Updates for Traditional HomesThe north-Atlanta suburbs are filled with stately brick homes now 25+ years old, built and decorated in traditional Southern style. As...
by Desiree Mastracchio, DMDesignMar 20, 20174 minThe Top 5 Staging Mistakes . . .. . . And how to avoid them! Most real estate agents and homeowners agree that staging is critical to selling a house. But when it comes...
by Desiree Mastracchio, DMDesignJan 23, 20173 min2017: What's In, What's Out?The new year is underway, and 2017 promises some interesting interior style and design trends. Below are several, and how they relate...
Desiree Mastracchio, DMDesignDec 1, 20161 minLet it Sparkle!Let It Sparkle! It's December - Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah!! Time to make your home sparkle with the colors of the season: bright...
Desiree Mastracchio, DMDesignNov 1, 20162 min3 Steps to a Modern FarmhouseWho doesn't love the cozy, trendy look of an urban farmhouse? With the popularity of HGTV's Fixer Upper, many homeowners are drawn to the...
Desiree Mastracchio, DMDesignOct 3, 20161 minThe Consumer's Guide to StagingPreparing to sell your home can be a daunting task. Just the thought of decluttering, making updates and repairs, painting, packing and...
Desiree Mastracchio, DMDesignJul 16, 20161 minWhich Would You Rather List?Imagine you are on the GA-MLS uploading photos for your newest listing. You want the house to sell quickly, not only for your clients'...
Desiree Mastracchio, DMDesignJul 1, 20164 minThe 5 Accessories Essential to StagingStaging a house to sell can be a lengthy and involved process.... so many factors come into play. Will the house be vacant or occupied?...
Desiree Mastracchio, DMDesignJun 5, 20165 min6 Steps to a Home MakeoverHave you ever felt like your house needs a do over? Not a remodel, not a redecorate -- just a makeover. You've got nice furniture, your...
Desiree Mastracchio, DMDesignMay 4, 20162 minIs Staging Necessary in a Seller's Market?The 2016 housing market once again is favoring sellers - inventory is relatively low, houses are moving quickly, and home sellers are...
Desiree Mastracchio, DMDesignApr 20, 20161 minA Staging Consult Gives Sellers an EdgePreparing to list your house for sale can be a daunting task. You know you're supposed to declutter and depersonalize, but to what...