The Staging Process

STEP 1 – CONSULTATION

Home Staging Consultation is a service offered to homeowners and realtors who prefer to carry out the staging work on their own but need an objective third party professional opinion.

A Consultation Report will be provided to the homeowner following the consultation.  MyHomeStager.ca requires full payment prior to starting the consultation.

  1. An in-depth analysis (ACTION PLAN) of both the interior and exterior of the home completed by MyHomeStager.ca.  A thorough room by room evaluation is conducted, including photographs and measurements.
  2. As part of the CONSULTATION FEE, a detailed written report of our findings and recommendations are presented and discussed with the homeowner and the agent. Various options are presented with respect to implementing the ACTION PLAN and how to EXECUTE the findings in the report by utilizing each of the 4 STEPS of The Staging Process.

INVESTMENT includes a Home Staging Consultation &Consultation Report.
*$250 Occupied Property or $150 VacantProperty.

*Price is based on a 2-hour consultation for up to a 2000 sq. ft. property. Any additional hours are billed at a rate of $100/hour.
*Price is based on properties within 30km of Newmarket, Bradford and Barrie, Ontario. Additional travel costs applicable to properties outside of this service area.

GET A FREE ESTIMATE

Once we provide the homeowner with a Consultation Report toEXECUTE the Home Staging Project on their own, the homeowner may instead decide to have MyHomeStager.ca EXECUTE the Home Staging Project’s ACTION PLAN on the STAGING DAY!  Therefore, every Home Staging Project by MyHomeStager.ca starts with a Home Staging Estimate. A Home Staging Estimate is an in-depth analysis and presentation of the associated costs to fully stage a home.

A Free Estimate for recommended Home Staging Services will be provided to the home owner within 24-48 hours following the consultation.

Full Service Home Showcasing Project (Basic Package) OR Home Staging Project (Standard Package) ESTIMATE:
By having your home professionally staged with the UltimateStager™ System, it has been designed to show and enhance the function, purpose, focal points and positive features of your home.  When all this has been done well, each room will evoke emotion and be viewed as an inviting space. The UltimateStager™ System will ensure success each and every time! Learn More

INVESTMENT includes time for Planning & Creative Design, Sourcing & Showcasing with existing furnishing and accessories, time for Staging which also includes time for Sourcing Additional Furniture & Accessories required for purchase and the time for Arranging the furniture purchase and delivery. Staging Maintenance Service & De-Staging Services are included. Hours are billed at a rate of $100/hour*. Staging Services start at $500.

Furniture and Accessory PurchasePrices vary depending on scope of the project. Direct access to “Trade Only” suppliers and vendors for preferred pricing and discounts from out affiliates through our partnership are included!

Delivery: Prices vary depending on scope of the project.

*Price is based on a home up to a 2000 sq. ft. property.  Any additional hours are billed at a rate of $100/hour.
*Price is based on properties within 30km of Newmarket, Bradford and Barrie, Ontario.  Additional travel costs applicable for properties outside of this service area.

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Full Service Furniture & Accessory Rental (Premium Package) ESTIMATE:
With a Home Staging Project, sometimes it may be necessary to add Additional Furniture & Accessories to compliment what is already present in the home.  Our Furniture & Accessory Rental Services can provide all the items required to showcase your property to make it look its very best. Our special inventory of artwork, greenery, lamps, linens and furniture, will harmonize and complete the professional Home Staging look.

Vacant Home Staging: Few people can envision the potential of an empty house.  A vacant property looks cold and uninviting, making it difficult for potential buyers to connect emotionally.  By Adding Furnishings & Accessories from our inventory, based on the style of the home and the demographics of the neighbourhood, we turn the house into a home creating a beautiful first impression. Learn More

INVESTMENT includes time for Sourcing Additional Furniture & Accessories  required for rental and the time for Arranging the furniture rental and delivery. Hours are billed at a rate of $100/hour*.
Furniture and Accessory Rental: Prices vary depending on scope of project.
Delivery: Prices vary depending on scope of project.
*Price is based on a home up to a 2000 sq. ft. property. Any additional hours are billed at a rate of $100/hour.
*Price is based on properties within 30km of Newmarket, Bradford and Barrie, Ontario. Additional travel costs applicable for properties outside of this service area.

STEP 2 – PREP-WORK

Following the Home Staging Consultation & Consultation Report, and the Approval of the homeowner’s Free Estimate for recommended Home Staging Services, MyHomeStager.ca will then provide the homeowner with our 1. Agreement and 2. Contract, as well as 3. Invoice that requires a 50% down payment prior to commencing our Home Staging Services.  We then 4. Book a Staging Day!

Once the Staging Day is booked, MyHomeStager.ca will then immediately provide the homeowner with a Property “Prep-Work” Checklist ( A, B, C ) for the homeowner to EXECUTE on their own.

This crucial Pre-Staging “Prep-Work” is required by the homeowner before MyHomeStager.ca begins toEXECUTE the Home Staging Project ACTION PLAN on the STAGING DAY!

The aim is for the homeowner to implement a minimum of 75% of the recommendations provided.

INVESTMENT to EXECUTEthe Property “Prep-Work” Checklist varies depending on the condition of the property and how handy you are.*  

WE DO NOT recommend taking on any tasks that require a licensed trade person, if not done properly, this type of work could end up costing you much more than you bargained for.  

WE ARE HAPPY to refer you to any of our preferred trade partners and affiliates to help you complete all or some of the tasks.

*MyHomeStager.ca has either personally used the services of our affiliates, or our clients have referred them to us stating they were reliable and provided quality service for them.  Each strategic alliance has his or her own business and is responsible for his or her own insurance, quotes, and services provided to you.

(A)  Clean & Repair

The Property “Prep-Work” Checklist requires the homeowner to Clean It! & Fix It!

Upon the homeowner’s request for Additional Pre-Staging “Prep-Work” Services, they may require MyHomeStager.ca to EXECUTE any further assistance through our Project Management Services and Vendor & Trade Referral Services such as sourcing and facilitating Minor Home Repairs & Specialty Services that can help save more time and money!  Our direct access to “Trade Only” suppliers and vendors provides the homeowner with preferred pricing and discounts from our affiliates through our partnerships!

MyHomeStager.ca will then provide the homeowner with additional 1. Agreements and 2. Contracts, as well as 3. Invoices that requires a 50% down payment prior to commencing our UP-STAGING Program (Re-Design/Upgrading) Services.

Through our UP-STAGING Program™ we provide Project Management Services and Vendor & Trade Referral Services such as sourcing and facilitating Minor Home Repairs & Specialty Services that can help save you time and money!  Our direct access to Trade Only suppliers and vendors provides you with preferred pricing and discounts from our affiliates through our partnerships!

Download the “7 UPGRADES”

Full Service Home Staging ReDesign Project ESTIMATE:
UP-STAGING Program
Project Management Services, and Vendor & Trade Referral Services such as sourcing and facilitating Minor Home Repairs & Specialty Services as needed.

INVESTMENT includes Project Management billed at an hourly rate of $100/hour* + (Vendor Cost)
This includes time for Planning & Creative Design, Sourcing, Facilitating and Implementing the UP-STAGING Program™
(Re-Design/Upgrading). Prices vary depending on scope of project.
INVESTMENT includes a Property “Prep-Work” Checklist (previously invested).
INVESTMENT includes a Colour Consultation $200* (if required)
*Price is based on a home up to a 2000 sq. ft. property. Any additional hours are billed at a rate of $100/hour.
*Price is based on properties within 30km of Newmarket, Bradford and Barrie, Ontario. Additional travel costs applicable for properties outside of this service area.

A Free Estimate for recommended Additional Pre-Staging “Prep-Work” Services will be provided to the homeowner within
48-hours following the consultation.

Full Service Home Staging ReDesign Project EXECUTE PLAN:
UP-STAGING Program
This includes home cleaning, painting and wallpaper, window coverings, lighting fixtures,
replacing or repairing appliances, kitchen and bath refurbishing, floor refurbishing, professional tradesmen for minor interior or exterior home upgrades and repairs, handyman, electrical, plumbing, gardening and more.

Once the Additional Pre-Staging “Prep-Work” Services upon homeowner’s request are completed for the recommended
(A) Clean & Repair (UPSTAGING Program Re-Design/Upgrading), MyHomeStager.ca will then provide the homeowner with a Final Invoice and require the remaining 50% final payment to be made in full and due by the end of the Service.

(B) Move & Pack

The Property “Prep-Work” Checklist also requires the homeowner to Pitch it, Pick it, Pack it, Pass it, Purge it, De-Personalize it and De-Clutter it!

Upon the homeowner’s request for Additional Pre-Staging “Prep-Work Services, they may require MyHomeStager.ca to EXECUTE any further assistance through our Project Management Services and Vendor & Trade Referral Services such as sourcing and facilitating our MOVING Program Services.

MyHomeStager.ca will then provide the homeowner with additional 1. Agreements and 2. Contracts, as well as 3. Invoices that requires a 50% down payment prior to commencing our MOVING Program Services.     

The homeowner will be provided with a COMPLEMENTARY Property “Moving” Checklist. MyHomeStager.ca & MyHomeDesigner.ca are dedicated and proud supporters of our local Women and Children’s Shelters, including Yellow Brick House and Blue Door Shelters.  We donate many of your excess personal items, including Furniture & Accessories on your behalf.  Also, we proudly donate to Habitat for Humanity.

Moving Project ESTIMATE:
MOVING Program  We offer Project Management Services, and Vendor & Trade Referral Services, such as sourcing and facilitating our DOWNSIZING & ORGANIZING ASSISTANCE Program & MOVING Program (including our SENIOR’S MOVING Program).

INVESTMENT includes Project Management billed at an hourly rate of $100/hour* + (Vendor Cost)
This includes time for Planning, Sourcing, Facilitating, and Implementing the MOVING Program™.
Prices vary depending on scope of project.
INVESTMENT includes a Property “Prep-Work” Checklist (previously invested).
INVESTMENT includes a Property “Moving” Checklist (complementary).
*Price is based on a home up to a 2000 sq. ft. property. Any additional hours are billed at a rate of $100/hour.

*Price is based on properties within 30km of Newmarket, Bradford and Barrie, Ontario. Additional travel costs applicable for properties outside of this service area.

A Free Estimate for recommended Additional Pre-Staging “Prep-Work” Services will be provided to the homeowner within 48 hours following the consultation.

Moving Project EXECUTE PLAN:
MOVING Program™ This includes Furniture Editing, Downsizing, Organizing,
Specialty Packing, Moving Services, Truck Rentals, Waste Management, Storage
Solutions, Donating, Auctioning, etc.

Once the Additional Pre-Staging “Prep-Work Services upon homeowner’s request are completed for the recommended
(B) Move & Pack (Moving Program™), MyHomeStager.ca will then provide the homeowner with a Final Invoice and require the remaining 50% final payment to be made in full and due by the end of the Service.

(C) Deep Clean

Once (A) Clean & Repair and (B) Move & Pack are completed, the Property “Prep-Work” Checklist may also require the homeowner to Deep Clean it!

Upon the homeowner’s request for Additional Pre-Staging “Prep-Work” Services, they may require
MyHomeStager.ca to EXECUTEany further assistance through our Project Management Services and
Vendor & Trade Referral Services such as sourcing and facilitatingProfessional Deep Cleaning Service.

MyHomeStager.ca will then provide the homeowner with additional 1. Agreements and 2. Contracts, as well as 3. Invoices that requires a 50% down payment prior to commencing any Professional Deep Cleaning Services.

Deep Cleaning Service ESTIMATE:

Professional Deep Cleaning   
We offer Project Management Services, and Vendor & Trade Referral Services, such as sourcing and facilitating Professional Deep Cleaning Services.

INVESTMENT includes Project Management billed at an hourly rate of $100/hour* +(Vendor Cost)

This includes time for Planning, Sourcing, Facilitating, and Implementing Professional Deep Cleaning Services.

Prices vary depending on the scope of the project.

 INVESTMENT includes a Property “Prep-Work” Checklist (previously invested).

*Price is based on a home up to a 2000 sq. ft. property. Any additional hours are billed at a rate of $100/hour.
*Price is based on properties within 30km of Newmarket, Bradford and Barrie, Ontario. Additional travel costs applicable for properties outside of this service area.

A Free Estimate for recommended Additional Pre-Staging “Prep-Work” Services will be provided to the homeowner within 48 hours following the consultation.

Deep Cleaning Service EXECUTE PLAN:
This includes Professional Interior Window Washing, Carpet, Hardwood and Tile Cleaning, Bathroom Tile Grout, Lighting Fixtures, kitchen, Bathroom, and Laundry Room, Cupboards and Appliances, Exterior Window Washing, Brick, Aluminum Siding, Interlock and Garage Power Washing, etc.  

Once the Additional Pre-Staging “Prep-Work” Services upon homeowner’s request are completed for the recommended and (C) Deep Clean, MyHomeStager.ca will then provide the homeowner with a Final Invoice and require the remaining 50% final payment to be made in full and due by the end of the Service.

STEP 3 – STAGING DAY

We are Insured! Although unlikely, in the event that a problem should arise, rest assured that we are fully insured up to 2 Million dollars.

Once all of the items on the Property “Prep-Work” Checklist have been EXECUTED”, you are then ready to EXECUTE the Home Staging Project’s ACTION PLAN on the STAGING DAY!  You are also ready to have your house staged by MyHomeStager.ca and hand over your keys!

We ask that you make arrangement to vacate the property for the duration of the staging.  That includes your pets, children and yourself.

Full Service Home Showcasing Project (Basic Package) EXECUTE PLAN:
Home Showcasing is Staging with the homeowners items and working with existing furnishing and accessories.  Staging Theory and Colour Designing are still applied. Some homes simply do not require Furniture & Accessory Rental.  Showcasing is the merchandising step of selling your house and sells not only spaciousness and beauty but also the lifestyle the house affords.

This refers to the ideal placement of furniture, lighting, art and accessories to highlight the best features of every room in the home.  

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Full Service Home Staging Project (Standard Package) EXECUTE PLAN:  
Home Staging involves having your home professionally Staged with the UltimateStager™ System.  
Typically this involves Arranging & De-cluttering (Editing, Re-Arranging, De-Personalizing & Modifying Furnishings & Accessories) to highlight the finer features of each room in the home. It also involves Space Planning & Furniture Placement to create “visual space” and Additional Touches such as the placement of lamps, art and greenery are utilized to give a room a whole new look and create visual impact”.  Often Additional Furniture & Accessories may be required for purchase from artwork, towels and linens, to tables and chairs. MyHomeStager.ca can shop for these items as needed on your behalf.  These items can also be used in your new home! Staging Maintenance & De-Staging Services are included.

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Full Service Furniture & Accessory Rental (Premium Package) EXECUTE PLAN:
With every Home Staging Project, our Furniture & Accessory Rental Services will include renting items such as artwork, greenery, lamps, linens and furniture, will harmonize and complete the professional Home Staging look.
Vacant Home Staging Services are included.

Once the Staging Day is completed for the recommended Home Staging Services, including any Additional Pre-Staging “Prep-Work” Services upon homeowner’s request such as (A) Clean & Repair  (UPSTAGING Program™ Re-Design/Upgrading),  (B) Move & Pack (Moving Program™) and (C) Deep Clean, MyHomeStager.ca will then provide the homeowner with a Final Invoice and require the remaining 50% final payment for our Home Staging Services to be paid in full and due by the end of the Staging Day.

Lastly, the homeowner will be provided with a COMPLIMENTARY PropertyShow-ReadyChecklist to maintain the home at all times, and to keep handy before every Showing or Open House.

STEP 4 – SALE!

This is when you sit back and admire your newly staged property! By now, your realtor should have arranged professional photography and officially listed your property on the real estate market.  Your photographs will be magazine worthy and begin to attract multiple offers!

  • Professional Photographs need to be scheduled by the realtor immediately following the Home Staging Service for best results.
  • Additional Staging Maintenance Service is available upon request to help preserve the staged property for sale.
  • MyHomeStager.ca requires 2 weeks notice to book a De-Staging Day.

ROI (Return on Investment):  Investing in property Prep-Workand a Home Staging Project can cost you between 1-5% of the cost of your home.   According to RESA, Home Staging can earn anywhere between 10 to 15% more on a home sale than a home that is empty or not properly staged and yield an incredible 380% (ROI) return on a Home Staging investment. More than 63% of Homebuyers are now willing to pay more when a home is fully staged and move-in ready!

INVESTMENT includes a Property “Show-Ready” Checklist (Complementary).

What to expect when your house is on the market?

  1. Short Notice Showings: Your COMPLEMENTARY Property “Show-Ready” Checklist is to be used to maintain the home at all times and to keep handy before every Showing or Open House.
  2. Temporary Less Comfortable Day-to-Day Living:  Living in a show-home is never easy.
  3. Increased Market Visibility: Many of your photos will be viewed online.
  4. Buyer’s Making Themselves at Home: This is our goal!
  5. Be Prepared for Feedback: What buyers are saying has value!
  6. High Buyer Expectations: Buyers expect a “Move-In” ready home!

SOLD…Congratulations!

Although you have fallen in love with your newly staged home again, we can always help recreate the look by Decorating & ReDesigning your New Home!

We take the Stress out of Preparing your New Home for Designing!     

Free Estimate for recommended Decorating OR ReDesigning services will be provided to the Home owner 48 hours following the consultation.Learn More

  • Full-Service Room Make-Over Project OR Home Decorating Project.
  • Full-Service Home ReDesign Project: ReDESIGNING Program™ (Upgrading).

Call MyHomeDesigner.ca today for more details! (844) LUV-2-DZ9

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