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Real Estate & Home Staging Happenings
January 2010
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Dear Reader,

Great things are already happening in 2010! This is a month of "First's" as RESA Accredits the first staging training company and hosts the first home staging conference...

HSR Certification is First RESA Accredited Training
 
Staging and Redesign Training Program RESA Approved

Stockton, CA January 5, 2010 Real Estate Staging Association® (RESA®) has awarded the Home Staging Resource the RESA® Accreditation.

With a huge burst in staging training in the last several years staging education providers have been asking for a way to set their training apart from less quality training. In addition would be stagers call the association on a daily basis asking, "Who should I take training from? Who is the best? How do I know I won't get ripped off?" RESA® has listened to training providers and would be stagers and they have come up with an accreditation process that will solve these issues.

The program follows the guidelines set forth of the US Department of Education's accrediting agencies process. RESA® will review not only the actual training providers books and methods of teaching, they also review their administrative policies as well has insuring the companies are fiscally sound.


 
First Ever Home Staging Conference For All!
 
RESA Conference is a Huge Success...

What an amazing time I had at the RESA home staging conference in Vegas this week! It was incredible to finally meet many of the HSR folks face-to-face and everyone was just so...LOVELY! This industry is filled with the most inspiring, generous and gracious individuals that when we all finally got together, IT WAS MAGICAL!

My hope is that everyone within the home staging industry sets aside $50 a month for the next year in order to attend the conference next year in Vegas because I can promise you that you will be inspired, learn a ton, get MORE than you money's worth and come back refreshed and motivated in your business!

For photos, my personal highlights and the winners of the RESA staging awards click below...


 
HSR Goes Wordpress and the Results are Amazing
 
All HSR Websites Are Now In Wordpress

Nothing beats the Marketing Solutions Package that the Home Staging Resource offers it's members and now they have upgraded the websites by offering them in Wordpress, so members have complete control over their website presence and the ultimate in search engine optimization (SEO)!

By now you've heard of the importance of having a Wordpress website for SEO, blogging and Web 2.0 presence well HSR has created over 100 premium themes, so that each staging and redesign website has it's own customized look and feel for a non-custom price. Watch our Standard Marketing Package video above or click below for the Premium Package Designs and Video...


 
AGENTS - Contact an HSR Certified Professional Home Stager Today!
 

 
Don't let your listings sit while others sell in this market! HSR Certified Professional Home Stagers are the most extensively trained in the industry and have special partner programs available to Agent Partners!

CLICK HERE to watch an quick 2-minute video about our Staging Agent Partner Program.


Again, thanks for your time and interest! Staging works and in today's market is the only thing that can help to sell a home other then lowering the price.

If you're a real estate agent, please go to our directory to find a competent, HSR Certified Professional whose focus is making your job easier. If you're a Home Stager, please consider joining HSR and taking part in our 21-Day, HSR Certification Program! Thanks for your time and attention and have a wonderful day!

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Warmest Regards,


Audra Slinkey
Home Staging Resource

Phone: 1-888-563-9271
 

 
 

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Dear Audra,

After 30 plus years of Real Estate, I recently retired and began to explore the idea of redesign and home staging. It is a natural fit and what a phenomenal program you have! I researched all of the programs out there before deciding on yours. You offer a wealth of information and don't stop there. Your extensive business planning, unbelievable array of forms and valuable tools make your program the absolute best out there. You have given me everything I could possibly need to start my own successful business. I am so excited to finish this course and this new venture in my life. I highly recommend this course to anyone considering redesign or home staging. Thank you Audra and HSR.

Sandra Hollenbeck
Sold by Design
St. Charles, MO

"The HSR training program exceeded my expectations. I can not imagine trying to start a home staging business without taking this course. They provide so much helpful information. It would have taken me many more months to get my business off the ground if I had tried to do it on my own. Their support kept me motivated, the downloadable documents kept me from having to reinvent my own forms and their marketing plan provided a useful path for me to follow. It is worth every penny, and more!"

Lisa Hall
Lisa Hall Staging & Design
Annapolis, MD


Audra,

Fantastic! Superb! Outstanding! Those are just a few words that describe the training provided by HSR. As a former Franchise Business Coach, I cannot begin to tell you how effective, concise, and easy to follow your program is. You truly provide everything a new business owner needs in order to succeed in this business. The wide range of resources such as an array of customizable forms, great marketing tips & materials, and in-depth design modules on "how-to" properly stage a home, is invaluable. The customer service provided by your staff and your informational yet entertaining webinars also play a vital role in our success. I have already begun recommending HSR to several people! Thank you for providing such a wonderful program!

Kayleen Cleary
Transcending Homes by Design
McKinney, TX

 

Dear Audra, I've been considering the home staging and redesign industry for a couple of years. I decided 2010 was the year that I would change anything in my life that wasn't making me happy. I want a fun, flexible, and fulfilling career. A friend tried to convince me that I could do it without investing in training. You can't put a dollar amount on the confidence feeling prepared gives you.

The training has far exceeded my expectations and worth every penny of investment. Audra and her team has done an extraordinary job of researching and documenting every aspect of this field. What impresses me most is her personal communication with each subscriber and her devotion to continue to improve the program. In my research for a training program, one graduate referred to Audra as "no slouch." I feel I have all of the information I need to be successful and know that HSR will be a resource I will continue to tap into for many years.

Sandra McKinley
Red Door Home
Philadelphia Suburbs


Dear Audra,

I can't believe how much your home staging course has changed my life! I have worked full time as a hairdresser for 25 years and really needed a change. I have always loved Real Estate and decorating and I have wanted to change careers for a few years now but I had no idea what I would do. After doing some research online I realized I could make a living doing what I'm good at and I'm so glad I chose your program! You really have thought of everything, this training program is amazing! I really loved the recent changes you've made and I just want to thank you for giving me a reason to get up every morning excited about what the day will bring!

Luci Terhune N.J
Bungalow Home Staging & Redesign

"The HSR Training is excellent!

I wish I would have trained with HSR when I first started my staging business over one year ago!  I would have paid for the training several times by now with all of the mistakes I have made trying to figure out this business on my own. Audra has made starting a staging business so easy with no guess work."

Peggy Givens
Staging Tulsa

"Audra, I am so impressed with HSR and what a tremendous help it has been to
me. I have been an Interior Decorator for twelve years and thought that
Home Staging and Re-Design would just complement my services. I didn't
realize until I started your program how much I would learn from your
business and marketing expertise. It is so specific and vital! I would
recommend HSR to anyone wanting to enter this business. Do it the right
way - go with HSR!"

Patricia Skelton
East Coast Designs

"We chose Home Staging Resource as our training and certification company because we were able to conduct the training on-line from the comfort of our own home, but more importantly, because HSR offered a comprehensive program
that provided not only "certification," but the backend marketing services
and on-going support. In today's competitive market, any company just starting out has to be able to market their company, products and services via the internet. Home Staging Resources offered us the ability to get up and running on the internet quickly, provided the training and certification for credibility and provided the on-going marketing programs... all for a minimal investment. We're very happy that we chose HSR and would highly recommend their services to someone looking to start a Home Staging and
Redesign Company!"


Judi Randall
Owner, C & J Home Staging
HSR Certified Professional
 

"The training materials are "awesome". I am thrilled to have them. Even though it is taking me much longer to do what is required, I can do them at
my own speed. Hopefully, I will eventually "get there", thanks to you and your very "efficient" staff. I also have enjoyed watching all the videos as they put real life into staging. Thanks so much."

Sincerely, Janet Hartwell


"I had spent a lot of time researching home staging programs. There are quite a few out there but none compare to HSR. Once I signed up for the training I was amazed at the wealth of information that was right at my fingertips. If you are uncertain as to whether or not to sign up with HSR I would say to you, don't put it off. You will get more information than you ever imagined possible, as well as, you will receive personal interaction emails from Audra and her staff. I certainly feel I have gotten more than my money's worth. I only wish I would have done this sooner."

Theresa Burba, IN
Premier Staging and Redesign


 
"I've in known in my heart for a long time that I could help realtors
sell homes by just doing a little face lift and giving homes that personal
touch that it needed, but I didn't know how to put my ideas into a business plan until I found Home Staging Resource. On searching the web one day, I discovered Home Staging Resource and found the answers to my many questions and got some direction to my new business and I was thrilled.  The HSR training has given me exactly what I've needed to have a successful business.  You've thought of everything!  I appreciate the personal touch HSR gives to their members. Thank you for having this vision to help others in fulfilling their vision!"

Belinda Gay Cookman,
      BG's House Dressing - Serving Metroplex area of Dallas/Ft.Worth

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