Should You Renovate Before Selling? A Remodeling Expert Answers This Burning Home Seller Question | Episode 93

Should You Renovate Before Selling? A Remodeling Expert Answers This Burning Home Seller Question | Episode 93

https://youtu.be/lXqlqbz4txY “A new kitchen may make you happier, but a new front door might make you more money.” Home sellers ask us all the time: Should I remodel before I sell? What projects are actually worth the money? How much value will I get back? Should I stay and renovate or move instead? In this episode of Talking Realty, Glen sits down with remodeling expert Monica Lewis, President of J.S. Brown & Company, to tackle the questions homeowners wrestle with every day. You’ll walk away knowing: * How to decide whether you’re better off remodeling your current home or selling and moving * Which home improvements buyers notice most and which upgrades often disappoint * DIY projects that can improve your home’s appeal before hitting the market * Common renovation mistakes that can hurt resale value * How to avoid over-improving (or under-improving) your property * What to look for when hiring a contractor and the red flags homeowners should never ignore Whether you’re preparing to sell next month, next year, or just trying to decide if your current house still fits your lifestyle, this episode will help you make smarter decisions with your time, money, and home when it comes to tackling renovations. When you’re ready to get on the market, book a free pre-selling strategy call [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/schedule-a-call/] and join the thousands of Ohio home sellers who keep thousands of dollars in their pocket at closing. ---------------------------------------- Guest Spotlight: Monica Lewis Monica has 30 years of experience in the residential construction industry and joined J.S. Brown & Co. in 2002. Currently, she oversees all departments at J.S. Brown & Co. and enjoys working with her clients from the earliest stages of their project design, through the final walk-through. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design from the Columbus College of Art and Design, is a Certified Master Kitchen and Bath Designer (NKBA), and a Master Certified Remodeler/Universal Design Certified Professional (NARI). Website: www.jsbrowncompany.com [http://www.jsbrowncompany.com] Email: info@jsbrowncompany.com Phone: 614-291-6876 ---------------------------------------- KEY MOMENTS: * 00:54 Meet Monica Lewis – Master Certified Remodeler * 04:14 Move or Improve Decision * 07:14 Helping Clients See Options * 09:04 Remodeling Levels Explained * 11:43 ROI Versus Joy Score * 15:45 Neighborhood Value Reality Check * 17:25 Free Strategy Call * 18:04 Outdoor Living Upgrades * 19:32 Basement Finishing Basics * 20:28 DIY High ROI Fixes * 22:51 Permits and Safety * 25:06 Title Sponsor – Associate’s Title * 26:05 Rescuing Bad Remodels * 30:21 Hiring Contractor Checklist * 34:27 Monica’s Service Area and Contact Information KEY RESOURCES: * Book Your Free Pre-Selling Strategy Call [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/schedule-a-call/] * Monica Lewis and J.S. Brown & Co Remodeling [https://jsbrowncompany.com/] * 2025 Journal of Light Construction Cost vs Value Report [https://www.jlconline.com/cost-vs-value/2025/] * National Association Of The Remodeling Industry [https://nari.org/] * NAR Remodeling Impact Report [https://www.nar.realtor/research-and-statistics/research-reports/remodeling-impact] * The Dirty Drawer Deal Breaker: Why a Dirty Home Can Kill Your Sale | Episode 68 [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/the-dirty-drawer-deal-breaker-why-a-dirty-home-can-kill-your-sale-episode-68/] * The $10,000 Cleanout: How Decluttering Adds Real Dollars to Your Home Sale | Episode 67 [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/the-10000-cleanout-how-decluttering-adds-real-dollars-to-your-home-sale-episode-67/] * First Impressions: How to Wow Buyers Before They Step Inside | Episode 59 [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/first-impressions-how-to-wow-buyers-before-they-step-inside/] https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/price-low-sell-high-the-wow-pricing-strategy-that-starts-bidding-wars/ CONTACT INFORMATION: * Podcast Website: TalkingRealty.com [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/talkingrealty/] * Ohio Property Group: OhioMLSFlatFee.com [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/] * Email: Glen@OhioMLSFlatFee.com * Book Your Free Pre-Selling Strategy Call [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/schedule-a-call/] * Associates Title Website [http://www.associatestitleinc.com/] * Ryan Phillips / Associates Title: 614 419 2418 [http://associatestitleinc.com/] * Download the Ultimate Home Selling Toolkit [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/toolkit/] * Glen’s Blog [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/blog-2/] * Book: “You Can Sell It” [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/product/you-can-sell-it-how-to-advertise-negotiate-and-close-your-home-in-todays-real-estate-market/] by Glen Whitten * Course: “Living To Listing” [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/product/living-to-listing-digital-course/] Complete Listing Prep * [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXeoNK7DfyDJVY742E7I-dSD5if63SD7A4E7ZYJL5FN2Y6pxCLg7RvuezLmyCKkV5fHEkRLLs1aF7smcCwbxS1DqdFR4urx-itZVV58ma3a1SEx47WWLFTIkaS0fhHbegA4DWK5J?key=s7jn_h6vtXQwsEfSNE6KgQ]@OhioMLSFlatFee [https://www.facebook.com/ohiopropertygroup]   * [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXcio7p9_bu88vm5KE_GJdcLBGSCkruHNZIfJZDIUfqym4fjhXd3tvblZ0ZMIFyjKB2lCt_uBMuSqB8WxWHyc5CS0Uo60h5fw5qB_EZTwJs37Goj6adZx2ApmAAyy890DVgRTnAF5w?key=s7jn_h6vtXQwsEfSNE6KgQ] @ohmlsflatfee [https://www.instagram.com/ohmlsflatfee/]   * [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXf2EOwIrQi57pOOcTOh0X_uES8vTK7BoXzbueSCXR_WvaMbM3ru6Ytuz1GdY-DpBa6gr2aw4LgmjryA0A8Cm7RdpL0hqCMUpjNaOtiHYa1ZHWLBOAZNjiVQS6bu8urjGZ2OPIztrA?key=s7jn_h6vtXQwsEfSNE6KgQ]Ohio MLS Flat Fee [http://www.linkedin.com/company/ohio-mls-flat-fee/] * [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXee0yxGet1YrTD8Oet57BbwcbpqdWRkGQUPq5Z9pr1nHvPVe5dz29q-TDS-J8vcQpP5bEPeDZwvfwLBlsPyRP4GaPdkEuTD5PwIAbHAQrAuL3dImV1qHSK6rY-F8O5NY4I42LT__g?key=s7jn_h6vtXQwsEfSNE6KgQ]OhioMLSFlatFee [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK_uxopP5L24z0p0fede25g] * [https://i0.wp.com/ohiomlsflatfee.com/wp-content/uploads/tiktok-6338432_640.png?resize=20%2C23]@ohiomlsflatfee [https://www.tiktok.com/@ohiomlsflatfee?_t=ZP-8xHvGRQYCgJ&_r=1]

How to Turn a Home Showing Into a Signed Contract | Episode 92

“Surprises are deadly to real estate transactions.” In our previous episode, we showed you how to attract unrepresented buyers, verify their finances, and avoid scams before a showing ever takes place. In this episode, Glen picks up where that conversation left off and walks you through everything that happens next—from scheduling safe showings and handling buyer questions to turning interest into offers and successfully managing a transaction all the way to closing. https://youtu.be/qz9kTPUG2A4 You’ll learn: * How to safely show your home to unrepresented buyers * What information buyers actually want during a showing * How to avoid common seller mistakes that kill deals * How to guide buyers toward making an offer * How to manage inspections, deposits, financing, and deadlines If you want to understand how successful home sales actually happen, this episode gives you the same practical systems we use every day with Ohio home sellers. Missed the previous episode about screening buyers and avoiding scams? Start there first [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/how-to-screen-home-buyers-and-avoid-scams-like-a-pro-episode-91/], then come back and finish the process. Got a deal together over but want a professional  to make it official, legal, and then quarterback the entire process all the way through to closing? We do that. Book a call [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/schedule-a-call/] to learn more about our off market and transaction management only options. KEY MOMENTS: * 01:30 Safety During Showings * 02:33 Scheduling the Showing * 03:52 Spotting Scam Signals * 08:42 How We Help Sellers With Unrepresented Buyers * 12:03 Offer Instructions and Communication * 16:37 Conducting the Showing * 20:30 Follow Up Strategy * 22:43 Getting the Contract Signed * 24:07 Managing the Transaction * 29:12 Why Unrepresented Buyers Are A Win-Win KEY RESOURCES: * Book Your Free Pre-Selling Strategy Call [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/schedule-a-call/] * Download the Ultimate Home Selling Toolkit [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/toolkit/] * How to Screen Home Buyers And Avoid Scams Like a Pro | Episode 91 [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/how-to-screen-home-buyers-and-avoid-scams-like-a-pro-episode-91/] * 3 Home Seller Scams Exploding in 2026 (And How to Avoid Them) | Episode 70 [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/3-home-seller-scams-exploding-in-2026-and-how-to-avoid-them-episode-70/] * Should You Stay or Leave During Home Showings? | Episode 64 [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/should-you-stay-or-leave-during-home-showings-episode-64/] * Open House Secrets: Timing, Marketing & Buyer Urgency | Throwback Episode with Updated Strategies | Episode 56 [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/open-house-secrets-timing-marketing-buyer-urgency-throwback-episode-with-updated-strategies-episode-56/] * Stop Obsessing Over Showing Feedback: The Truth Sellers Need to Hear | Episode 71 [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/stop-obsessing-over-showing-feedback-the-truth-sellers-need-to-hear-episode-71/] * How to Sell Your Home From Out of State Without the 6% Hit | Episode 51 [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/how-to-sell-your-home-from-out-of-state-without-the-6-hit-episode-51/] * Keep Yourself And Your Stuff Safe When Selling | Ep 43 [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/keep-yourself-and-your-stuff-safe-when-selling-ep-43/] https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/price-low-sell-high-the-wow-pricing-strategy-that-starts-bidding-wars/ CONTACT INFORMATION: * Podcast Website: TalkingRealty.com [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/talkingrealty/] * Ohio Property Group: OhioMLSFlatFee.com [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/] * Email: Glen@OhioMLSFlatFee.com * Book Your Free Pre-Selling Strategy Call [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/schedule-a-call/] * Associates Title Website [http://www.associatestitleinc.com/] * Ryan Phillips / Associates Title: 614 419 2418 [http://associatestitleinc.com/] * Download the Ultimate Home Selling Toolkit [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/toolkit/] * Glen’s Blog [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/blog-2/] * Book: “You Can Sell It” [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/product/you-can-sell-it-how-to-advertise-negotiate-and-close-your-home-in-todays-real-estate-market/] by Glen Whitten * Course: “Living To Listing” [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/product/living-to-listing-digital-course/] Complete Listing Prep * [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXeoNK7DfyDJVY742E7I-dSD5if63SD7A4E7ZYJL5FN2Y6pxCLg7RvuezLmyCKkV5fHEkRLLs1aF7smcCwbxS1DqdFR4urx-itZVV58ma3a1SEx47WWLFTIkaS0fhHbegA4DWK5J?key=s7jn_h6vtXQwsEfSNE6KgQ]@OhioMLSFlatFee [https://www.facebook.com/ohiopropertygroup]   * [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXcio7p9_bu88vm5KE_GJdcLBGSCkruHNZIfJZDIUfqym4fjhXd3tvblZ0ZMIFyjKB2lCt_uBMuSqB8WxWHyc5CS0Uo60h5fw5qB_EZTwJs37Goj6adZx2ApmAAyy890DVgRTnAF5w?key=s7jn_h6vtXQwsEfSNE6KgQ] @ohmlsflatfee [https://www.instagram.com/ohmlsflatfee/]   * [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXf2EOwIrQi57pOOcTOh0X_uES8vTK7BoXzbueSCXR_WvaMbM3ru6Ytuz1GdY-DpBa6gr2aw4LgmjryA0A8Cm7RdpL0hqCMUpjNaOtiHYa1ZHWLBOAZNjiVQS6bu8urjGZ2OPIztrA?key=s7jn_h6vtXQwsEfSNE6KgQ]Ohio MLS Flat Fee [http://www.linkedin.com/company/ohio-mls-flat-fee/] * [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXee0yxGet1YrTD8Oet57BbwcbpqdWRkGQUPq5Z9pr1nHvPVe5dz29q-TDS-J8vcQpP5bEPeDZwvfwLBlsPyRP4GaPdkEuTD5PwIAbHAQrAuL3dImV1qHSK6rY-F8O5NY4I42LT__g?key=s7jn_h6vtXQwsEfSNE6KgQ]OhioMLSFlatFee [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK_uxopP5L24z0p0fede25g] * [https://i0.wp.com/ohiomlsflatfee.com/wp-content/uploads/tiktok-6338432_640.png?resize=20%2C23]@ohiomlsflatfee [https://www.tiktok.com/@ohiomlsflatfee?_t=ZP-8xHvGRQYCgJ&_r=1]

How to Screen Home Buyers And Avoid Scams Like a Pro | Episode 91

“If you want more money for your home, stop waiting for unrepresented buyers to magically appear. Go attract them on purpose.” In this episode Glen explains why unrepresented buyers can be the best outcome for home sellers (no buyer-agent commission, cleaner communication, faster decisions, and fewer deal-derailing agendas) while helping you decipher which buyers are real and which ones are time-wasters or scams. https://youtu.be/6uJdaC8gBSE You’ll learn: 1. Why Unrepresented Buyers Can Be Better for Sellers 2. How FSBO Sellers Can Attract More Direct Buyers (Hint: It’s not Zillow) 3. How to Screen Buyers Before Letting Them Into Your Home 4. How to Verify Cash Buyers and Financing Like a Professional (with scripts) Unrepresented buyers can save you from paying a buyer’s agent commission, if they’re legit. We help tons of unrepped buyers and sellers come together every day. We can customize a package that works for your needs, book a call [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/schedule-a-call/] to join the thousands of Ohio home sellers who keep thousands of dollars in their pocket at closing. KEY MOMENTS: * 01:13 Real Buyers VS Scams * 02:43 Benefits Of A Buyer Without An Agent * 06:55 How To Attract Unrepresented Buyers * 10:11 Marketing Must-Haves: Signs, Flyers, Social * 16:09 How To Verify Proof Of Funds (with scripts) * 24:57 How To Verify Cash Buyers KEY RESOURCES: * Book Your Free Pre-Selling Strategy Call [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/schedule-a-call/] * 3 Home Seller Scams Exploding in 2026 (And How to Avoid Them) | Episode 70 [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/3-home-seller-scams-exploding-in-2026-and-how-to-avoid-them-episode-70/] * Real Estate Photography Secrets That Get More Showings | Episode 78 Featuring Professional Photographer Jill Matthews [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/real-estate-photography-secrets-that-get-more-showings-episode-78/] * Lukas Martin on Real Estate Photography | Ep 38 [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/lukas-martin-on-real-estate-photography-ep-38/] * Rex Grasz on FHA/VA vs Conventional Offers When You Sell | Ep 20 [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/rex-grasz-on-fha-va-vs-conventional-offers-when-you-sell-ep-20/] * Flat Fee vs Traditional 6% Model Round 4: The Dual Agency Trap [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/flat-fee-vs-traditional-6-model-round-4-the-dual-agency-trap/] * How FSBO Sellers Can Get MLS Exposure Without Paying a 6% Commission | Episode 73 [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/how-fsbo-sellers-can-get-mls-exposure-without-paying-a-6-commission-episode-73/] https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/price-low-sell-high-the-wow-pricing-strategy-that-starts-bidding-wars/ CONTACT INFORMATION: * Podcast Website: TalkingRealty.com [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/talkingrealty/] * Ohio Property Group: OhioMLSFlatFee.com [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/] * Email: Glen@OhioMLSFlatFee.com * Book Your Free Pre-Selling Strategy Call [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/schedule-a-call/] * Associates Title Website [http://www.associatestitleinc.com/] * Ryan Phillips / Associates Title: 614 419 2418 [http://associatestitleinc.com/] * Download the Ultimate Home Selling Toolkit [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/toolkit/] * Glen’s Blog [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/blog-2/] * Book: “You Can Sell It” [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/product/you-can-sell-it-how-to-advertise-negotiate-and-close-your-home-in-todays-real-estate-market/] by Glen Whitten * Course: “Living To Listing” [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/product/living-to-listing-digital-course/] Complete Listing Prep * [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXeoNK7DfyDJVY742E7I-dSD5if63SD7A4E7ZYJL5FN2Y6pxCLg7RvuezLmyCKkV5fHEkRLLs1aF7smcCwbxS1DqdFR4urx-itZVV58ma3a1SEx47WWLFTIkaS0fhHbegA4DWK5J?key=s7jn_h6vtXQwsEfSNE6KgQ]@OhioMLSFlatFee [https://www.facebook.com/ohiopropertygroup]   * [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXcio7p9_bu88vm5KE_GJdcLBGSCkruHNZIfJZDIUfqym4fjhXd3tvblZ0ZMIFyjKB2lCt_uBMuSqB8WxWHyc5CS0Uo60h5fw5qB_EZTwJs37Goj6adZx2ApmAAyy890DVgRTnAF5w?key=s7jn_h6vtXQwsEfSNE6KgQ] @ohmlsflatfee [https://www.instagram.com/ohmlsflatfee/]   * [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXf2EOwIrQi57pOOcTOh0X_uES8vTK7BoXzbueSCXR_WvaMbM3ru6Ytuz1GdY-DpBa6gr2aw4LgmjryA0A8Cm7RdpL0hqCMUpjNaOtiHYa1ZHWLBOAZNjiVQS6bu8urjGZ2OPIztrA?key=s7jn_h6vtXQwsEfSNE6KgQ]Ohio MLS Flat Fee [http://www.linkedin.com/company/ohio-mls-flat-fee/] * [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXee0yxGet1YrTD8Oet57BbwcbpqdWRkGQUPq5Z9pr1nHvPVe5dz29q-TDS-J8vcQpP5bEPeDZwvfwLBlsPyRP4GaPdkEuTD5PwIAbHAQrAuL3dImV1qHSK6rY-F8O5NY4I42LT__g?key=s7jn_h6vtXQwsEfSNE6KgQ]OhioMLSFlatFee [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK_uxopP5L24z0p0fede25g] * [https://i0.wp.com/ohiomlsflatfee.com/wp-content/uploads/tiktok-6338432_640.png?resize=20%2C23]@ohiomlsflatfee [https://www.tiktok.com/@ohiomlsflatfee?_t=ZP-8xHvGRQYCgJ&_r=1]

What Happens When a Buyer Brings an Agent at the Last Minute? | Episode 90

What happens when a buyer starts out with no agent… and then suddenly brings in a Realtor after the deal is almost done? In this episode of Talking Realty, Glen and Taysia break down a real seller situation where a last-minute buyer agent entered the deal, changed the terms, added confusion, and nearly caused the whole thing to fall apart. We cover what home sellers need to know when selling FSBO or working directly with an unrepresented buyer, including how to protect your bottom line, avoid surprise commission issues, handle “standard” contract language, and stay calm when negotiations get messy. https://youtu.be/l2gVi84vb5Q You’ll learn: ✅ What to do when a buyer suddenly hires an agent ✅ Why no one can force you to pay a buyer agent commission ✅ How buyer-seller rapport can help save a deal ✅ Why “standard” contract terms are still negotiable ✅ How earnest money, penalties, and extensions can protect sellers If you want to avoid costly real estate mistakes, this episode will help you know what to watch for before a deal goes sideways. Book a free pre-selling call [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/schedule-a-call/] to learn how our family’s flat fee brokerage is changing real estate to help home sellers keep more of their hard-earned equity at closing. KEY MOMENTS: * 00:31 Open House Buyer Surprise * 02:36 Agent Derails Offer * 07:36 Inspections Threaten The Deal * 08:35 Inheritance Funds Delay Closing * 09:32 Buyer Penalty and Earnest Money Strategy * 11:06 Agent Motives and Deal Fallout * 12:10 Free Seller Strategy Call * 12:56 What Sellers Can Do If The Deal Is Signed * 15:09 What Sellers Can Do If The Deal Is Not Signed * 18:18 Leveraging The Buyer Relationship * 20:56 Sponsor: Associate’s Title * 21:55 Avoid Dual Agency Traps * 23:32 Handling Bully Negotiators * 24:38 Nothing Is Standard! * 26:27 Emotions Are Expensive * 27:03 How To Reach Us KEY RESOURCES: * Book Your Free Pre-Selling Strategy Call [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/schedule-a-call/] * https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/price-low-sell-high-the-wow-pricing-strategy-that-starts-bidding-wars/How to Trigger a Buyer Feeding Frenzy: The Power of Multiple Offers | Episode 16 [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/how-to-trigger-a-buyer-feeding-frenzy-the-power-of-multiple-offers-episode-16/] * Negotiating Buyer Agent Commissions When You Sell Your Home | Ep 18 [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/negotiating-buyer-agent-commissions-when-you-sell-your-home-ep-18/] * All About Earnest Money For Homesellers | Ep 24 [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/all-about-earnest-money-for-homesellers-ep-24/] CONTACT INFORMATION: * Podcast Website: TalkingRealty.com [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/talkingrealty/] * Ohio Property Group: OhioMLSFlatFee.com [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/] * Email: Glen@OhioMLSFlatFee.com * Book Your Free Pre-Selling Strategy Call [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/schedule-a-call/] * Associates Title Website [http://www.associatestitleinc.com/] * Ryan Phillips / Associates Title: 614 419 2418 [http://associatestitleinc.com/] * Download the Ultimate Home Selling Toolkit [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/toolkit/] * Glen’s Blog [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/blog-2/] * Book: “You Can Sell It” [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/product/you-can-sell-it-how-to-advertise-negotiate-and-close-your-home-in-todays-real-estate-market/] by Glen Whitten * Course: “Living To Listing” [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/product/living-to-listing-digital-course/] Complete Listing Prep * [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXeoNK7DfyDJVY742E7I-dSD5if63SD7A4E7ZYJL5FN2Y6pxCLg7RvuezLmyCKkV5fHEkRLLs1aF7smcCwbxS1DqdFR4urx-itZVV58ma3a1SEx47WWLFTIkaS0fhHbegA4DWK5J?key=s7jn_h6vtXQwsEfSNE6KgQ]@OhioMLSFlatFee [https://www.facebook.com/ohiopropertygroup]   * [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXcio7p9_bu88vm5KE_GJdcLBGSCkruHNZIfJZDIUfqym4fjhXd3tvblZ0ZMIFyjKB2lCt_uBMuSqB8WxWHyc5CS0Uo60h5fw5qB_EZTwJs37Goj6adZx2ApmAAyy890DVgRTnAF5w?key=s7jn_h6vtXQwsEfSNE6KgQ] @ohmlsflatfee [https://www.instagram.com/ohmlsflatfee/]   * [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXf2EOwIrQi57pOOcTOh0X_uES8vTK7BoXzbueSCXR_WvaMbM3ru6Ytuz1GdY-DpBa6gr2aw4LgmjryA0A8Cm7RdpL0hqCMUpjNaOtiHYa1ZHWLBOAZNjiVQS6bu8urjGZ2OPIztrA?key=s7jn_h6vtXQwsEfSNE6KgQ]Ohio MLS Flat Fee [http://www.linkedin.com/company/ohio-mls-flat-fee/] * [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXee0yxGet1YrTD8Oet57BbwcbpqdWRkGQUPq5Z9pr1nHvPVe5dz29q-TDS-J8vcQpP5bEPeDZwvfwLBlsPyRP4GaPdkEuTD5PwIAbHAQrAuL3dImV1qHSK6rY-F8O5NY4I42LT__g?key=s7jn_h6vtXQwsEfSNE6KgQ]OhioMLSFlatFee [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK_uxopP5L24z0p0fede25g] * [https://i0.wp.com/ohiomlsflatfee.com/wp-content/uploads/tiktok-6338432_640.png?resize=20%2C23]@ohiomlsflatfee [https://www.tiktok.com/@ohiomlsflatfee?_t=ZP-8xHvGRQYCgJ&_r=1]

The Home Staging Strategies Behind Faster Sales & Higher Offers | Episode 89

Selling your home isn’t (always) just about price. It’s about buyer perception and emotional connection. In this episode of Talking Realty, Glen sits down with professional home stager Stacey Bradford of Intertwine Design to break down one of the most overlooked parts of the home selling process: staging. If you’re on the fence about staging, this episode brings data and real life examples that show exactly why buyer’s resonate more with a staged home and how that emotional response can lead to faster sales and better offers. https://youtu.be/JeK-z04gT00 Glen and Stacey cover: * The difference between decorating and staging * Why buyers emotionally connect with certain homes * Occupied vs. vacant staging strategies * DIY staging tips you can use immediately * Why staging often costs LESS than a price reduction Plus, Glen and Stacey weigh in on AI staging and discuss the psychology of buyers, how clutter and oversized furniture sabotage showings, and why “you can’t get your first 30 days back on the market.” Whether you’re a FSBO seller, preparing to list with an agent, or just trying to maximize your home’s value, this episode is packed with practical advice that can help your home sell faster and for more money. Book a free pre-selling call [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/schedule-a-call/] to learn how our family’s flat fee brokerage is changing real estate to help home sellers keep more of their hard-earned equity at closing. ---------------------------------------- Guest Spotlight: Stacey Bradford Stacey has over 30 years of experience working in real estate, staging, and design. She has a passion for creating beautiful spaces that clients will want to gather, entertain, and grow in. She blends what’s important to a client with design ideas that will stand the test of time. Website: www.intertwinedesignco.com [https://www.intertwinedesignco.com/] Email: intertwinedesigners@gmail.com Phone: (513) 886 – 7653 ---------------------------------------- KEY MOMENTS: * 01:06 Meet Stacey Bradford * 05:37 What Home Staging Is * 06:57 Occupied Staging Strategies * 09:54 Declutter Then Storytell Method * 12:40 Prep Phase Advantages * 13:36 Free Seller Strategy Call * 14:14 Staging Levels Explained * 15:07 Virtual Staging Debate * 17:51 Sponsor Spotlight: Associate’s Title * 18:50 Staging’s True Return On Investement * 20:42 Real Life Listing Turnaround Example * 22:28 Staging Costs in Ohio * 24:54 Timeline and Contract Length * 28:05 Service Areas and Consults * 28:43 DIY Staging Checklist * 32:40 How to Contact Stacey KEY RESOURCES: * Book Your Free Pre-Selling Strategy Call [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/schedule-a-call/] * https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/price-low-sell-high-the-wow-pricing-strategy-that-starts-bidding-wars/Download the Ultimate Home Selling Toolkit [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/toolkit/] * Living To Listing Digital Course [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/product/living-to-listing-digital-course/] * Real Estate Photography Secrets That Get More Showings | Episode 78 [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/real-estate-photography-secrets-that-get-more-showings-episode-78/] * Kim Julen on using Feng Shui when selling your Ohio home | Episode 4 [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/talking-realty-episode-4-kim-julen-on-using-feng-shui-when-selling-your-home/] CONTACT INFORMATION: * Podcast Website: TalkingRealty.com [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/talkingrealty/] * Ohio Property Group: OhioMLSFlatFee.com [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/] * Email: Glen@OhioMLSFlatFee.com * Book Your Free Pre-Selling Strategy Call [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/schedule-a-call/] * Associates Title Website [http://www.associatestitleinc.com/] * Ryan Phillips / Associates Title: 614 419 2418 [http://associatestitleinc.com/] * Download the Ultimate Home Selling Toolkit [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/toolkit/] * Glen’s Blog [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/blog-2/] * Book: “You Can Sell It” [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/product/you-can-sell-it-how-to-advertise-negotiate-and-close-your-home-in-todays-real-estate-market/] by Glen Whitten * Course: “Living To Listing” [https://ohiomlsflatfee.com/product/living-to-listing-digital-course/] Complete Listing Prep * [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXeoNK7DfyDJVY742E7I-dSD5if63SD7A4E7ZYJL5FN2Y6pxCLg7RvuezLmyCKkV5fHEkRLLs1aF7smcCwbxS1DqdFR4urx-itZVV58ma3a1SEx47WWLFTIkaS0fhHbegA4DWK5J?key=s7jn_h6vtXQwsEfSNE6KgQ]@OhioMLSFlatFee [https://www.facebook.com/ohiopropertygroup]   * [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXcio7p9_bu88vm5KE_GJdcLBGSCkruHNZIfJZDIUfqym4fjhXd3tvblZ0ZMIFyjKB2lCt_uBMuSqB8WxWHyc5CS0Uo60h5fw5qB_EZTwJs37Goj6adZx2ApmAAyy890DVgRTnAF5w?key=s7jn_h6vtXQwsEfSNE6KgQ] @ohmlsflatfee [https://www.instagram.com/ohmlsflatfee/]   * [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXf2EOwIrQi57pOOcTOh0X_uES8vTK7BoXzbueSCXR_WvaMbM3ru6Ytuz1GdY-DpBa6gr2aw4LgmjryA0A8Cm7RdpL0hqCMUpjNaOtiHYa1ZHWLBOAZNjiVQS6bu8urjGZ2OPIztrA?key=s7jn_h6vtXQwsEfSNE6KgQ]Ohio MLS Flat Fee [http://www.linkedin.com/company/ohio-mls-flat-fee/] * [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXee0yxGet1YrTD8Oet57BbwcbpqdWRkGQUPq5Z9pr1nHvPVe5dz29q-TDS-J8vcQpP5bEPeDZwvfwLBlsPyRP4GaPdkEuTD5PwIAbHAQrAuL3dImV1qHSK6rY-F8O5NY4I42LT__g?key=s7jn_h6vtXQwsEfSNE6KgQ]OhioMLSFlatFee [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK_uxopP5L24z0p0fede25g] * [https://i0.wp.com/ohiomlsflatfee.com/wp-content/uploads/tiktok-6338432_640.png?resize=20%2C23]@ohiomlsflatfee [https://www.tiktok.com/@ohiomlsflatfee?_t=ZP-8xHvGRQYCgJ&_r=1]