Q&A

Do you stage occupied houses?

No. Staging by SquareOne only provides staging for unoccupied and vacant homes.

Does the house need to be completely empty before you start staging?

Yes but we work very well with builders, investors and contractors to coordinate schedules while construction is coming to an end.

What geographic areas does Staging by SquareOne cover?

The Sacramento region, Bay Area, Napa Valley and Tahoe for 2016.

How expensive is it to stage a home?

Each property is different; however, we are competitively priced for the regions and are flexible to meet the client’s budget needs.

What’s my return on investment for staging?

A National Association of Realtors (NAR) survey found the average staging investment is between 1-3% of the home’s asking price which generates a home-staging ROI of 8-10%. And a survey by Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corp. found that staged homes sold for more than 6% above the asking price. Source http://realestateagentu.com/11-incredible-home-staging-statistics/

If I choose Staging By SquareOne, how long is the contract for?

Two months with a 2-week by 2-week extension.

Do I have to pay for an entire two months of staging if the house sells before that?

Yes, the contract is for two months minimum.

Am I responsible if something gets stolen or damaged?

No we have a business umbrella insurance policy that covers loss.

Does Staging By SquareOne provide photography?

Yes. We hire professional photographers to take photos of your property. Files are provided to the client 24 hours after staging installation and are MLS ready.

Does Staging By SquareOne do any marketing of the homes themselves?

Yes. Staging by SquareOne has built an audience of area real estate professionals, buyers and investors which receive information on new properties through email and social media marketing.

How much time does Staging by SquareOne need to remove staging?

2-6 hours depending on the projects.