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3 day Staged to Sell Staging Certification Workshops

'Staged to $ell'
Real Estate Staging Certification Training Course

IRIS (Interior Redesign & Staging Industry Specialists) approved!
(learn more about IRIS)

3 Days – 6 Student Maximum

Congratulations! You have discovered the ‘turn key’ system for starting, growing and prospering from a home staging business.

After three incredible action- and information-packed days, you will walk away with wisdom, confidence and the tools, techniques and step by step checklists for quickly getting your business off the ground.

This experience of a lifetime includes live, work environment modules where students practice their newly acquired redesign and staging skills in area homes and in active listings:

Instruction from the creator of the program and former real estate agent, Sandy Dixon, ‘The Home Staging Master’®

Live demonstrations and practice sessions utilizing actual props, tools and inventory used in staging both furnished and vacant properties

Two, hands-on staging projects in live listings where you will transform 6-12 rooms and get dynamic before and after photos to start your professional portfolio!
Interactive classroom sessions will thoroughly familiarize you with the staging principles and step by step implementation process.
Comprehensive staging manual will be an invaluable reference tool as you grow your business.

Click here to open and read the complete3 Day Training course manual outline.

Digital CD with 50+ staging-specific business and marketing forms. This is a tremendous time saver! Why re-create the wheel? My detailed and professional forms are immediately ready for you to use...just add your logo and you're done!

Experience the exhilaration of applying the ‘tried and true’ staging formula that works in every home---regardless of size or furnishings---when you practice your newly acquired skills in two, nearby homes.

Room reveals: You will meet the real estate agents and the homeowners to see their reaction when the staging ‘reveal’ takes place!

Our certification program will thoroughly address:

business start-up strategies
marketing and promotion plans
how to meet real estate agents
repeat and referral client techniques and relationship selling/rapport building skills, client scripts, what to say when
pricing, contracts, bid proposals
inventory guidelines
vacant staging and much more!

PLUS! You'll walk away with detailed and easy-to-follow checklists for:

Business start up steps
Staging steps
Consultation room by room guide
Marketing set-up guide

This course is taught by the creator of the program!

*This is not a franchise or licensing arrangement where manual and course materials have been purchased from another source.

Curriculum will cover:

Philosophy & Psychology of Redesign-Staging

Definition & Objectives
Redesign vs. Staging
Sellers Attachment & Anxiety Issues
Basic Staging Guidelines
The ‘Model Home’ Effect
Identifying the Zones of Influence
Staging Checklist: Exterior & Interior
Realtor Relations/Agent Profiles/Protocol
Staging Statistics
Philosophy, Psychology & Goals of Redesign-Staging
Pre-Redesign: Understanding the Process
The 5 Fundamental Steps to the Redesign-Staging Process
Before & After Photo Techniques
Post Redesign-Staging Process
Problem Solving Questions Checklist

Tools, Supplies, Props & Inventory

Top Props
Handling Requests for Vacant Property Staging
Furniture & Accessory Rental
Per Room Rental Estimates
Itemized Inventory List & Pricing
Tool Box Contents & Project Supply List

Forms & Inventory Lease Agreement; Bid Worksheet & Proposal

Vendor Discounts

Safety Guidelines

Working with Clients (Sellers and Real Estate Agents)

Pre-Qualifying Clients
What to Wear & When
Client Speak: Words That Work
Business Forms
Consultations: Fee or Free
Property Previews & Client ‘To-Do’ Checklist
Assessing Clients Needs

Redesign -Staging Scripts

Room Reveals & Client Reactions

Business Start Up Guidelines

Goal Setting & Break Even Analysis
Business Plan Format
Start Up Budget Form
Income Potential Calculator
Name Selection & Tag Lines
Logo & Business Colors
Domain Names
Legal Structure & Registration Procedures
Licenses and Insurance
Wholesale Purchasing and Reselling
Resources for Starting a Business
Forming An Advisory Committee
Setting Up An Office / Home Office Shopping List
Bookkeeping & Questions to Ask an Accountant
Business Set Up Checklist
Hiring Assistants & Assistant Responsibility Checklist

Marketing a Redesign-Staging Business

Branding, Follow-Up & Advertising
Marketing Budget Tips & Planning Chart
Brochures & Business Cards
Database & Direct Mail
Networking & Joining Organizations
Websites, Press Releases & Portfolios
Professional Portfolios
Photography
30 Second Introductions
‘Leave Behind’ Gifts
Sample Ads, Flyers & Promotional Materials
Presentations & Donating Services
Repeat and Referral Based Business

Forms; Pricing; Bid proposals; Contracts

More Revenue Generating Services
Services Pricing Checklist
Pricing & Fees: Choosing the Best Way to Charge
Commissions & Referral Fees
Bid Proposals: examples and formulas
Contracts & Agreements (Forms/Examples)
Guarantees
Time per Room Calculator
Recommended Resources Form

And that's not all! You will also receive:

Sandy’s newest book ‘Vacant to Vibrant’…giving vacant properties the FULL advantage
Sandy’s best selling ‘Insider Secrets to Skyrocketing Your Real Estate Staging Business’ 3 CD Audio Set

Post Course Support Network & Alumni Benefits:

Free Listing on Interior Arrangements ‘Locate a Specialist’ Web Page
Alumni-only (password protected) web bulletin board with monthly tips, suggestions and advice
Alumni-only (password protected) blog---your own alumni discussion forum (you will be sent log-in information after completing course)
Continual updates of new forms, manual revisions, procedures, tools and supplies
Unlimited email access to Sandy---no expiration date!
Ability to audit future classes to refresh your skills – no charge!

IAI Staging Certification Seal

Successful completion of this course makes you eligible to join IRIS (Interior Redesign Industry Specialists www.weredesign.com) as an affiliate member with CISS credentials

Click here to open and read the 'Staged to $ell' Staging Certification course manual table of contents.

Let's Talk!

It’s important to be comfortable with the choice you make and we encourage you to call Sandy to discuss the specifics of the course and to answer any and all questions you may have regarding the training, income potential and career opportunities.

Sandy can be reached toll free at 877-674-8667.

Also, ask us for a list of former students who would be happy to share their training experience with you.

Your investment of $1,500.00* includes:

Lunch, snacks and beverages for three days
Transportation between Evergreen hotels and training venue and between training venue and project houses
Training Manual and Reference Guide
Daily tool gift

Course Details

A registration confirmation packet with information on what to expect, wear, bring and hotel information will be sent upon receipt of payment or deposit.

Registration can be facilitated online using your Master Card, Visa, American Express or Discover Card. You may also choose to download the Registration Form and mail or fax with check or credit card information to:
Interior Arrangements, Inc., P.O. Box 2347, Evergreen, CO. 80437
Fax#: 303-845-9903

Deposit Option: To secure a place in a particular class, you hafve the option of sending in a $500.00 deposit (by check or credit card) instead of the full tuition. The balance will be due 30 days prior to the first day of class.

*Tuition of $1,500.00 does not include airfare or lodging.

Please visit our 'Lodging' page for more information regarding accommodations and travel to and from DIA.

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Location: All classes are held at the Homewood Suites in Littleton, Colorado

www.denverlittleton.homewoodsuites.com

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