The Importance of Staging

Staging and design has an extraordinary impact on the sales potential of a property. Picture this: a home meticulously staged and thoughtfully designed vs. a house in need of repair. We're comparing Pottery Barn to a garage sale - perception is everything! It's not just about aesthetics; it's about creating an emotional connection while you're living in your home and then passing that emotional connection on to potential buyers when you're ready to move on. In my experience, a well-staged and designed home not only stands out in the market but often commands a higher price point. By investing in the visual appeal of your home, you not only attract potential buyers but also elevate its value. Let's create your home sweet home!

oversized gold mirror roundup

home decor | 3.24.2025

I've had several clients ask to purchase staging pieces from different properties, but staging companies are rarely willing to sell their inventory. (Understandable, it could be a hassle to purchase and re-purchase furniture and decor.) This week I had a client ask to buy the gold floor mirror in the entry of a home they were interested in. The stager wanted to hang onto that mirror, but I knew I could find something similar! Here are my picks at several price points...

2024 FORECASTED TRENDS & DECOR

home decor | 1.22.2024

Pantone's color of the year is a little too peachy for my taste to incorporate in large spaces, but these paint colors for 2024 are all in the range of the perfect cool blue color palette that I love. Each of the design boards I gathered below coordinate with one of the paint colors of the year: Skipping Stones from Dunn-Edwards, Upward by Sherwin-Williams, Benjamin Moore's Blue Nova and Renew Blue from Valspar. The predicted design trends for the year are cozy, collected and classic - you can't go wrong there. Let me know what you think!

HOMESTEAD EXEMPTIONS:
​THE KEY TO SAVINGS

REAL ESTATE | 1.19.2024

Homestead exemptions remove part of your home’s value from taxation, so they lower your property taxes. Who doesn’t want that? The general homestead exemption mandated for Texas school districts is $40,000. If your house is appraised at $200,000, you’ll only pay taxes on the home as if it was worth $160,000. Not all homes qualify for the exemption, so you’ll have to meet certain criteria before the benefit kicks in.

ABOUT ME

​Hey there! I'm Anna, a wife, mom and Realtor in west Texas with a passion for turning houses into homes. Join me on this journey as we explore the intersection of real estate and design!​​

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