Lisa Sampson
Real Estate Professional
Lisa Sampson, REALTOR Communication is Key. Let’s Talk!
CalBre#01243730 Cell: (916) 261-4969 Email: LSampson@GoLyon.com View my website: www. LisaSampson.com
“Serving With Integrity and Excellence”
#1 Fair Oaks Office Most Homes Listed * Most Homes SOLD #1 Broker in Units SOLD 4-County Region #1 Broker in Units SOLD Sacramento Luxury Market (Over $900,000)
10 Reasons To List With Lisa 1. HARD WORKING Carol Kellogg has been a full time REALTOR® since 1992. The entire Kellogg Team is committed to providing you with unmatched service, using the strengths of each important member of our team to your advantage for maximum results. 2. EXPERIENCED Carol is an Outstanding Life Member of the Masters Club, selling hundreds of homes in many areas. She is extremely knowledgeable of the current market, as well as past cycles of Real Estate. 3. BEAUTIFUL PHOTOGRAPHY & VIRTUAL TOURS Allow us to properly market your home with beautiful online virtual tours, including Neighborhood Walk Scores, Social Media Sharing, Local School Information, HD Video export, YouTube Syndication, using photos taken by our professional photographer. 4. LYON OFFICE TOUR We will expose your home to all local LYON REALTORS®, inviting them to view your home online and in-person on our weekly office tour. 5. GREAT NEGOTIATING SKILLS We aggressively protect our clients and will provide you with clear market data to assist in negotiating the best deal for you. 6. A WORRY-FREE ESCROW PROCESS We will coordinate and communicate with you throughout the entire transaction, helping you understand and navigate the escrow process. We’ll take care of every detail, so you can enjoy your transition. 7. OPEN HOUSES We will have your house held open and advertised as often as you’d like – we provide Open House attendees with good information and a warm welcome, sometimes even creative incentives or coupons. 8. YOUR SATISFACTION IS GUARANTEED We will take a listing for 90-days. However, you can cancel at any time if you are not 100% satisfied with our service. 9. COMMUNICATION WITH ALL PARTIES We will call every player in the transaction weekly – lender, Title Company and the other REALTOR® to ensure consistent progress. 10. ATTITUDE IS EVERYTHING You won’t find anyone with a better attitude!
Lyon Real Estate Provides Superior Service The results speak for themselves
7,553 closed transactions and $2.61 billion sold in 2014*
#1 real estate company in the Sacramento Region** #5 independent real estate company in California*** #42 out of the top 500 Brokers in the United States**** More than 960 professional REALTORS速 in 17 regional offices Global relocation experts, moving you virtually anywhere in the world Property management services, serving homeowners with investment properties
Lyon Real Estate Consistently #1 in the Sacramento Region *Based on transactions closed by Lyon Real Estate in Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado and Yolo counties in 2014. **Based on Trendgraphix reporting of total sales volume in Placer, Yolo, El Dorado and Sacramento counties in 2013. ***Based on REAL Trends top 500 ranked by The Largest Independents 2013. ****Based on REAL Trends top 500 ranked by closed sales volume for 2013.
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Independent Property Websites (IPW)
These sites are auto-generated and customizable! •
Beautifully designed templates for standard and luxury listings.
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Automatically generated from MLS info and photos.
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All IPW’s are given a unique URL and act as individual sites.
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Easily enhance description and upload higher quality photos.
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Sites are responsive to the user's device, and viewable on mobile, tablet or laptop.
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User sees both full screen slideshow or virtual tour.
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Easily upload floor plans, disclosures or other documentation.
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Neighborhood information and photos included.
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Leads generated from these sites go to you - the listing agent.
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Agent photo and contact info appears under Request Information tab.
Virtual Tours & Multi-Website Listing Syndication
Direct MLS Upload & Tour Sync
Neighborhood Walk Score
We can upload your listing's virtual tour and up to 25 photos directly to MetroList for you! This is optional, of course, if you prefer to upload the photos yourself.
Walk ScoreÂŽ rating presented with nearby restaurants, stores, parks, schools & other entertainment. Learn more at www.WalkScore.com
Neybor.com Syndication
Integrated Social Media Sharing
Your virtual tour will also be syndicated to all of the leading property search websites through Neybor.com. Your listing will be featured on Zillow, Trulia, Yahoo!, Homes.com, ClrSearch, FrontDoor, Google Base, HomeFinder, HotPads, OLX, Oodle, Vast & more!
Your sellers & potential buyers will be able to easily share your virtual tour on Facebook, Twitter & other social media websites to increase the listing's exposure.
HD Video Export, YouTube Sync Your virtual tour will automatically be posted to YouTube. According to Nielsen, YouTube reaches more US adults ages 18-34 than any cable network. You will also have access to an HD video download to provide for your sellers as a keepsake if you'd like.
Local School Information
Detailed tour statistics report Tour statistics are available to track how many times your tour has been viewed, as well as tracking referring websites & repeat visitors so you know where the buyers are coming from.
QR Code Links Available QR codes links will automatically be generated and available in the Virtual Tour Client Panel for use in any of your personal marketing materials.
A detailed list of both private and public schools in the area of your listing will be included. Schools are sorted by distance to the home. Enrollment stats and more are available as well.
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Frequently Asked Questions How do I schedule a photography appointment?
How far will you travel?
The best way to schedule photos is to email brian@sacrep.com as far in advance as possible to ensure convenient appointment timing for you and your sellers.
We will travel anywhere in the world to photograph your property. A mileage fee is applied to homes that are more than 25 miles from Downtown Sacramento.
How many photos will I receive?
How much does it cost?
The number of photos you will receive depends on the size and condition of the home. Please see our "What to Expect" page for a more accurate estimate of photos delivered.
The cost of standard photos is based on the square footage of the home. Standard photos includes interior and exterior photos of every room unless there is something you don't want photographed. Please see our price list at: http://prices.sacrep.com
How long will the photo appointment take?
How do I pay for the photos?
It can take several hours to photograph a home. We use a series of remote flashes to ensure the entire home is displayed in the best light possible, and some homes present more challenges than others. Please see our "What to Expect" page for a more accurate estimate of how long your appointment will take.
There are 2 easy ways to pay for your photos. You can bring a check payable to "SACREP" to your photo appointment, or you can pay online using the Intuit Payment Network. We can accept credit cards as well, but there is an additional 3% fee to process the card.
When/How will I receive my photos?
Are there are discounts available?
Your photos will be delivered digitally through Dropbox.com first thing in the morning following your photo appointment. Same day delivery is also available for an additional fee. Two sets of photos will be delivered, one for high quality printing and a second set sized specifically for upload to MLS.
Yes, we offer package discounts when you add on extra marketing materials to your listing! You can save up to $25. We also offer occasional discounts and promotions on our Facebook page: http://www.fb.com/SacramentoRealEstatePhotographers
What is the best time of day for photos?
We are able to upload your listing photos to MLS for you only if you purchase a virtual tour. We can also email the MLS sized photos to your office assistant for upload if you provide us with their email address.
To ensure sun exposure on the front of the home, West facing homes are better in the early afternoon & East facing homes are better in the morning. The sun usually rises behind homes that face North, so it is best to shoot them early in the morning before the sun gets high in the sky.
Do you offer aerial photography? Yes, we do have an aerial drone available to present your home from unique elevated angles.
Can you shoot the home at sunset? Twilight exterior photos are available, but we believe that the best interior photos are produced in morning or early afternoon daylight.
What can I do to prepare the home for the photo appointment? Please consult our list, "Cleaning Tips for Your Photo Appointment" on our website at: http://tips.sacrep.com
Does someone need to be home for the appointment? We can use a contractors lockbox to access the home for photos as long as the home owner approves. We will be sure to lock all doors and windows as well as turn off the lights when we are finished.
Is it ok for the sellers to be home while the photos are taken? Yes, but we ask that you please complete all staging and cleaning prior to the appointment. It is best to keep all children and pets in their room and out of the way during the appointment, MLS prohibits showing any people or pets in photos.
Can you use the MLS lockbox to access the home? Unfortunately we do not have access to the standard blue lockbox, but if there is a contractors lockbox on the property we can use it for access with the home owner's permission.
What type of equipment do you use? All SACREP photographers use top of the line Nikon digital cameras. We use Manfrotto tripods to ensure all angles are perfectly aligned and Nikon remote flashes to show every home in the best light possible.
Can you upload the photos to MLS for me?
What if I need to cancel/reschedule the appointment? If you need to cancel the appointment for any reason, please email brian@sacrep.com with as much notice as possible. There is no cancellation fee, but we ask that you do not cancel on the day of the appointment.
What if it rains? We are still able to take photos of the home and produce very good results in the rain. Interior photos are largely unaffected by poor weather, but exteriors will obviously turn out a little darker than usual. We ask that you please monitor weather forecasts and notify us as soon as possible if you would like to reschedule due to rain.
Do you take photos inside of closets? We do not normally photograph the inside of closets. We prefer not to photograph your sellers personal items, and closets normally don't make for great photos. Please let us know if you would like a closet photographed.
Is it ok if the home is completely empty? We encourage you to consider using a home stager when the home is vacant, but we can definitely produce great photos of a home that is completely empty.
My stager has a photographer already, what should I do? Many stagers partner with an up and coming local photographer so that they can offer a complete marketing package. They often choose these photographers based on their cheap prices to keep the cost down for themselves. It is in your and your seller's best interest to decline the use of your stager's photographer and hire SACREP to ensure only the best quality photography for your listing.
My "friend/family member" has a nice camera and offered to shoot my home for free... Why should I still pay for photos? Real Estate photography is a very specialized field, requiring the proper lighting equipment and experience to know how to display each home at its best. While it is a nice gesture of your friend, it is in your best interest to have the highest quality photography of the home to ensure the most activity from potential buyers
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Maximum Exposure • 92% of consumers begin their home search online.* • 43% of buyers found the home they purchased online, compared to 9% through a yard sign and 1% through a print ad. • Lyon listings appear on over 500 broker websites nationwide through our partnership with LeadingRE Here's a partial list of regional, national and international websites where our listings appear:
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Where are Real Estate buyers coming from today?
Some compelling home buyer facts from the National Association of RealtorsÂŽ (NAR)
92% of home buyers use the internet for their home search 82% of home buyers found the internet to be a very useful tool in their property search
92% of first time and 87% of repeat buyers used the internet as their source of information
With the power of GoLyon.com, you get so much more than what print advertising can provide‌ Maximum exposure Global Reach
Expanded Property Search info Online exposure of open houses
Source for statistical data: NAR 2014 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers.
Together with your Lyon Agent, GoLyon.com is the most effective way to promote your property.
PREPARING YOUR HOME FOR SALE
By investing in a Home Staging package with Essential Home Staging, you can rest assured that your internet presence will appeal to those viewing MLS listings‌.WHY? we encourage and can include Professional Photography in our Sacramento Home Staging packages. We encourage you to spend time perusing our website, get to know who we are, view our home staging portfolio, and finally reading through our service options to determine how we can best help you showcase your home. Essential Home Staging is here to help, don’t hesitate to contact us with additional questions, or to schedule your Home Staging evaluation. Contact Details: Michelle Kaspari (916) 402-6098 essentialstaging@gmail.com
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o Mobile Get Accurate Real Estate Information on Your Mobile Device The new Lyon app makes it easy to search homes while on-the-go. Connect with your agent, view local homes for sale, see full screen photos, create saved searches, and add favorites – all from your mobile device. Send property inquiries and receive information quickly from your agent.
Easy to Use Home Search Options Journey Search View properties within close proximity to your current location while on-the-go. You can watch as the properties continue to pop up as you travel down the road, or you can update manually when you arrive to your favorite area.
Perimeter Search Draw a circle using your finger on the map view to filter available homes within a specific area. Narrowing down your search this way will help you find your home in exactly the location you want.
Scope Search Using Augmented Reality technology, Scope Search overlays property details through your camera. Objects you look at will be overlaid on the camera's display offering additional interactive content and information.
Download the app for free on my website! Just ask me how.
LOCK BOXES & THEIR USE Lyon Real Estate, a member of the Multiple Listing Service (MLS), uses a number of techniques to expose your property to the largest number of buyers and real estate agents as possible. One method is the use of a lock box. Sellers often have questions about lock boxes and some of the most common are listed below.
WHAT IS IT? A lock box is a metal box that holds your house key. Your real estate agent secures it to the outside of your house, usually on the door knob, water pipe or gas meter. It can only be opened with a special devise, which is issued only to members of the MLS who pay a deposit and sign an agreement regarding use and care.
WHEN IS IT USED? When an agent has a prospective buyer, he/she can use the lock box to enter your house if you are not home and show it to a buyer. A lock box is not mandatory; however, it provides greater exposure of your property to prospective buyers by giving access to your home to authorized agents.
HOW SECURE IS IT? Lyon Real Estate agents have been specially educated in the use of lock boxes to provide the greatest amount of security. Each authorized agent has a key which will unlock the box only when his or her code is entered into the special devise. The lock box then creates a record of that code, so your listing agent knows exactly which agents have accessed your house key. Lost lock boxes can only be used in conjunction with a security code assigned to the agent. A small risk may be inherent in any home for sale. To eliminate any undue risk, whether your home has a lock box or not, is a good idea to keep all valuables out of sight, preferably in a safe deposit box.
WHAT ABOUT MY PRIVACY? Each agent has been educated to follow certain procedures to ensure the greatest amount of privacy possible to you. Before showing your property, agents are instructed to contact you or the listing agent. If an associate is unable to make a specific appointment because you were unavailable, he/she will take every precaution to protect your privacy before entering your home. If you fear you might be intruded upon because you might not hear a voice, a knock or a doorbell, it is suggested that you double lock your door to avoid accidental intrusion.
LYON REAL ESTATE OFFICE TOURING INCLUDES
INVITING SEVERAL OF THE SURROUNDING OFFICES TO TOUR YOUR HOME
PROMOTING YOUR HOME IN OUR OFFICE MEETING
TOUR LUNCHEONS / DRAWINGS OTHER INCENTIVES TO PROMOTE REALTOR ATTENDANCE
Benefits of An Open Houses Exposure to “out of town” buyers Enlist your neighbors help in the search to find your buyer Buyers look in a variety of Neighborhoods, sometimes wandering Into areas they might not have considered
It’s up to you!
Custom Listing Postcard Designs
4.25" x 5.5" Postcard Designs for Use in High Quality Printing & Online in Email or Social Media All 4 Designs Are Included in the Set! Just Listed, Pending Sale, Just Sold & Open House Postcard Design will be Customized for Best Fit with the Property Photo Open House Postcard will be Provided with Multiple Days/Times Custom QR Code & Designation Logos Also Available
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Lyon has Local, National and Global Strength and Expertise.
We are a local company with global reach, working with our affiliate network brokers to bring you quality real estate assistance anywhere in the world. Thanks to our membership with Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®, we can assist with your move wherever you are going.
Our results speak for themselves, Lyon is: • #1 real estate company in the Sacramento Region* • #5 independent real estate company
in all of California**
• #42 of the Top 500 largest brokers in the United States***
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*Based on Trendgraphix reporting of total sales volume in Placer, Yolo, El Dorado and Sacramento Counties in 2013. **Based on REAL Trends top 500 ranked by closed transaction sides 2013. ***Based on REAL Trends top 500 ranked by closed sales volume 2013.
Mobile Responsive Websites with Exciting New Features!
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Maponics Polygon Search - Search homes in
proximity to work place, extended family, or any point of interest.
Maponics Data - Search areas for lifestyle,
commute, population, local dining, etc.
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Advanced Search More categories: New Listings, Price Reduced, Luxury and Open Houses.
2 Explore Neighborhoods
Tracking – Track the traffic that comes through your
site through Google Analytics.
Social Networking – Visitors can share listings
from your property detail pages.
Over 100 neighborhoods profiled with details and photos.
3 Home Finder Save custom searches and receive property alerts to track favorite listings.
4 Customize Your Site
Add pages, customize photos, choose from several templates.
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Real Estate Photography & Marketing Price List
Includes interior and exterior photos, price is based on sq ft of home.
0 - 1,000 sq. ft. - $80 1,001 - 1,500 sq. ft. - $100 1,501 - 2,000 sq. ft. - $130 2,001 - 2,500 sq. ft. - $160 2,501 - 3,000 sq. ft. - $190 3,001 - 3,500 sq. ft. - $230 3,501 - 4,000 sq. ft. - $275 4,001 - 4,500 sq. ft. - $350 4,501 - 5,000 sq. ft. - $425 5,001 - 5,500 sq. ft. - $500 5,501 - 6,000 sq. ft. - $575 > 6,001 - email for rates
Save up to $25! Standard Photos & Choose Two = $10 off Standard Photos & Get All Three = $25 off
Virtual Home Tour - $65 - Custom tour set to music with many additional features - Tour is synced with MLS & 10+ property search websites - HD video automatically uploaded to YouTube & emailed to you - Weekly tour statistics email (optional)
Listing Flyer Design - $40 - Choose from 8 available templates - Delivered in multiple formats for high quality printing, email or upload online - 2 sided templates are also available
Listing Postcard Design Set - $40 - Just Listed, Open House, Pending Sale & Just Sold - 4.25" x 5.5" custom postcard delivered in multiple formats for high quality printing, email or upload online
Save up to $25 off the cost of photos with additional marketing add-ons!
Aerial Exterior Photography - $200
Same Day Photo Delivery - $40
Aerial drone photography to show the property and its surroundings from the sky.
Photos will be delivered ASAP
If scheduled with interior photo appointment - $150
MLS 25 Photo Guarantee - $25
Front Exterior Photos - $40
Only applies to homes smaller than 2,000 sq. ft.
Mileage Fees
Front & Back Exterior Photos - $60
A mileage fee will apply if the property is over 25 miles away from Downtown Sacramento
Twilight Exterior Photos - $160
25 - 40 miles - $30 41 - 55 miles - $60
Front AND Backyard
Twilight Exterior Photos - $120 Front OR Backyard
Late Payment Fee - $25 Payment is due 15 days from appointment
Neighborhood Photo Set - $40 Additional Photos of Neighborhood Features - Parks, Schools, Local Landmarks, etc. - Single listing usage license only
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What to expect when using SACREP
With over 10 years of experience photographing homes in the Sacramento area, SACREP photographers produce the highest quality photos and deliver the best customer service available in Northern California. Please see our "Cleaning Tips for Your Photo Appointment" list to help your sellers prepare their home for photos. We encourage you to have all staging and cleaning finished prior to the photography appointment. The best photos are produced when distractions at the home are limited and we can put our full focus into capturing great images. You will receive your photos digitally through Dropbox.com the morning following the photography appointment. Same day photo delivery is also available for an additional fee. There will be 2 sets of files in your Dropbox folder, one set sized specifically for upload to MLS and other websites and a set of full sized files for high quality printing. We can also forward the MLS photos to your office assistant for upload if you provide us their email address. Please try and schedule photos as far in advance as possible. Next day appointments are not always available, it is best to schedule about a week in advance to ensure convenient timing for you and your sellers. It is fairly important to have the photos ready to upload as soon as the property goes into MLS, please keep this in mind when scheduling photos and preparing to put your listing online.
Refer to the table below to answer some questions you may have... How long will the photo shoot take? How many photos of the home will I receive? How much will it cost? Shoot duration & photos delivered are estimates and may vary
Photo Shoot Duration
# of Photos Delivered
0 - 1,000 sq. ft.
1-2 hrs
15-20
1,001 - 1,500
1-3 hrs
1,501 - 2,000
Price w/ Flyer
Price w/ Virtual Tour
Price w/ Postcard set
Price w/ Flyer & Tour
Price w/ Flyer & Postcard
Price w/ Tour & Postcard
Flyer, Tour & Postcard
$80
$120
$145
$120
$175
$150
$175
$200
15-25
$100
$140
$165
$140
$195
$170
$195
$220
2-3 hrs
20-25
$130
$170
$195
$170
$225
$200
$225
$250
2,001 - 2,500
2-4 hrs
25-30
$160
$200
$225
$200
$255
$230
$255
$280
2,501 - 3,000
2-4 hrs
25-35
$190
$230
$255
$230
$285
$260
$285
$310
3,001 - 3,500
3-5 hrs
30-40
$230
$270
$295
$270
$325
$300
$325
$350
3,501 - 4,000
4-5 hrs
30-45
$275
$315
$340
$315
$370
$345
$370
$395
4,001 - 4,500
4-6 hrs
35-50
$350
$390
$415
$390
$445
$420
$445
$470
4,501 - 5,000
5-6 hrs
40+
$425
$465
$490
$465
$520
$495
$520
$545
5,001 - 5,500
5-6 hrs
50+
$500
$540
$565
$540
$595
$570
$595
$620
Price (Photos only)
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Lyon ranks #1 in total sales in the greater Sacramento region for homes $300,000 and above.
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Things to Consider Before Scheduling a Photo Appointment Please read and consider each of the following things before scheduling your photo appointment so that we can be sure to get the best photos possible of your new listing.
1. Desired On Market Date: It is in your and your sellers' best interest to have the photos ready to upload as soon as your listing goes on the market in order to maximize the reach to potential buyers. Your listing photos will be delivered online by 8am morning after our appointment. Same day photo delivery is available for an additional fee, but we do not recommend putting the listing on the market on the same day the photos are taken, if possible.
2. Weather Forecast: The weather forecast is constantly changing and almost never correct, but please check the forecast ahead of time and give us as much notice as possible if you or your sellers will want to reschedule due to bad weather. You can find a local 10 day forecast at www.Weather.com
3. Which Direction Does the Home Face: - North - Morning is best for North facing homes because the front of the home is covered in shadows most of the day. - South - The front exterior should have good sunlight for most of the day if the home faces South. - East - East facing homes are better in the morning or early afternoon while the sun is on the front side of the home. - West - West facing homes are better in the early afternoon once the sun reaches the front side of the home.
4. Trash Pickup Schedule: A street lined with trash cans and debris piles doesn't always make for the best photos... Refer to this website to find out trash pickup schedules for your listing: www.wmr.Saccounty.net/Pages/ServiceCalendar.aspx
5. Contractor Schedules / Delays: A contractor's schedule can get delayed or backed up for any number of reasons. Please confirm that all work is completed before scheduling your photo appointment. We recommend using a cleaning service after the work is completed as well to remove dust, remove footprints, etc.
6. Gardener / Exterior Cleaning Schedules: Talk to your seller and find out if there is a regularly scheduled gardener, yard service, or pool cleaning service. If so, find out what day and time they normally come and how long it takes them at the home. We will want to try and schedule photos shortly after they have done their work.
7. Housekeeper / Staging Schedules: If you are having the home professionally staged or cleaned, please make sure that you find out when they will be finished at the home. Sometimes staging a home can take multiple days, so it is usually not a good idea to schedule the staging and photography for the same day. If you need a professional home stager, we recommend Michelle at Essential Staging. (916) 402-6098 www.EssentialStaging.com
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Cleaning Tips for Your Photo Appointment In Real Estate, a picture can be worth thousands of dollars. A clean home will produce the best photos, which will produce more potential buyers and more money for you! The following are suggestions to keep in mind as you prepare for your photo appointment. It is best to hide as many personal items as possible. Potential buyers would rather imagine their own items on the shelves. We normally photograph every room of the home, unless there is something you don't want photographed. If you have any questions, please email brian@sacrep.com
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Clean windows and all reflective or glass surfaces Replace all burned out light bulbs Remove cobwebs from wall/ceiling corners Fix/straighten/open blinds and shutters (to emphasize natural light and views outside)
□ Make sure cabinet doors and dressers drawers close all the way □ Make sure framed artwork and mirrors are not hanging crooked □ Remove any small rugs that are not in great condition Kitchen and Dining Areas □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □
Remove magnets, artwork, photos from refrigerator Remove any items from the top of the refrigerator Put away all unnecessary appliances, dish racks, etc. Make sure towels are clean and neatly folded Clean stovetop and put away any pots and pans Neatly organize any visible hanging kitchen utensils Make sure the sink is empty, put all dishes and sponges away Move calendars, mail, phone chargers, etc. out of view Move paper towels, trash cans, pet dishes out of view Remove booster seats from dining room chairs
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Make beds, be sure all loose sheets are tucked in Make sure any items under bed are hidden from view Remove as much as possible from dresser and bedside table tops Make sure frames, posters etc. are not crooked Consider removing children's names from the walls, if possible Remove excessive stuffed animals and arrange or hide kid's toys Move laundry basket out of view Remove any temporary fans or space heaters
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Make sure towels are clean and neatly folded Remove any used shower towels Hide toothbrushes and other items from counter Clean all spots and streaks from the mirror Put a small potted flower on the counter, if possible Move plunger, cleaning supplies, air freshener, etc. out of view Move shower supplies out of view Move trash cans and diaper disposal out of view
Living and Family Rooms
Exterior
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Move any pet toys, beds, food dishes, etc. out of view Hide TV remotes and game controllers Hide exposed A/V or electrical cables, if possible Straighten and organize books and DVDs on bookshelves Place fresh unburned logs in the fireplace, if possible Remove extra pillows and blankets from couch and chairs Remove any unnecessary furniture or exercise equipment (extra furniture will make rooms appear smaller in photos)
Office/Den □ □ □ □ □
Remove as much as possible from desktop areas Neatly organize any paperwork or items that can't be removed Organize or hide computer cables under or around desk Straighten/organize items on bookshelves Move trash cans and shredders out of view
Be prepared to move any cars or trailers from driveway Hide garbage cans out of view from street Put colorful flowers near the front door, patios and walkways Move pet toys, crates, beds, dishes etc. out of view Move shoes, kids toys, sporting equipment out of view Neatly coil or remove hoses and temporary sprinklers Neatly arrange patio furniture and BBQ equipment Trim and remove dead or discolored branches and leaves Remove leaves from pool, walkways and patio areas Remove pool sweep before appointment, if possible Remove temporary fence around pool, if possible Turn on waterfall ahead of time and clean leaves from pool
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Testimonials “Lisa represented my husband and I when we purchased our first home. She was friendly, knowledgeable, and always available to answer all of our questions. Not only did we get a great deal on our home, we made a lifetime friend! Thank you so much, Lisa!” -Jennifer Baker Gsell “Lisa is absolutely fantastic. She is energetic, down to earth and extremely knowledgeable. She always listens carefully to your needs, concerns and dreams and works diligently to make sure you reach your goal. She is not deterred by difficult transactions and has excellent interpersonal skills which allows her to negotiate through complex situations with ease. I have actually purchased two homes with Lisa and would recommend her to all!” -M. Morris “Met my every need both by advising me as well as initiative/proactive input for best results/decisions.” -R. Hebdon “Lisa is one of the most upbeat agents i have worked with. She is on point and very knowledgeable. The best part about her she is listens, i have came across many agents that do not understand needs and wants; and she does. Thank you Lisa- I look forward doing more transactions with you in the future!” -N. Grant “To whom it may concern, Lisa was absolutely fantastic in our search for a new home. She was always prepared for each home visit and knew the market extremely well. Not only did she help us find our new home, she also helped us identify contractors for additional work we wanted. She was always professional and willing to adapt to any changes. If we come across anyone looking for a new home, we will definitely recommend Lisa Sampson.” -Marcus Tucker “Lisa was amazing! The bank made this sale difficult but she did not give up. She has a great sense of humor and was able to calm me down when I started to freak out that the house was never going to sell. I would recommend Lisa to anyone looking to buy or sell a home!” -Anne Amone
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Serving you with over 900 agents in 17 offices Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado & Yolo Counties
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Office Locations A AGENT SUPPORT CENTER
3640 AMERICAN RIVER SUITE 100 SACRAMENTO, CA 95864 (916) 483-4450
1 AUBURN
1900 GRASS VALLEY HWY. SUITE 100 AUBURN, CA 95603 (530) 888-1928
2 CAMERON PARK
3360 COACH LANE CAMERON PARK, CA 95682 (530) 672-4500
3 CARMICHAEL SATELLITE
4005 MANZANITA AVE. CARMICHAEL, CA 95608 (916) 962-0111
4 DAVIS
401 2ND ST. DAVIS, CA 95616
8 FAIR OAKS
8814 MADISON AVE. FAIR OAKS, CA 95628
(530) 758-0720
5 DOWNTOWN
2801 J ST. SACRAMENTO, CA 95816
(916) 962-0111
9 FOLSOM
150 NATOMA STATION DR. SUITE 300 FOLSOM, CA 95630
(916) 447-7878
6 EL DORADO HILLS
3900 PARK DR. EL DORADO HILLS, CA 95762
(916) 355-7000
10 LAND PARK/
CURTIS PARK
(916) 939-5300
2620 21ST ST. SUITE A SACRAMENTO, CA 95818
7 ELK GROVE
9591 LAGUNA SPRINGS DR. ELK GROVE, CA 95758 (916) 683-6600
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(916) 453-3333
NATOMAS
2280 DEL PASO RD. SUITE 100 SACRAMENTO, CA 95834 (916) 574-8800
12 PLACERVILLE
4330 GOLDEN CENTER DR. SUITE C PLACERVILLE, CA 95667 (530) 295-4444
13 ROSEVILLE
2220 DOUGLAS BLVD. SUITE 100 ROSEVILLE, CA 95661 (916) 784-1500
14 SIERRA OAKS
2580 FAIR OAKS BLVD. SUITE 20 SACRAMENTO, CA 95825 (916) 481-3840
15 WEST ROSEVILLE/ ROCKLIN
851 PLEASANT GROVE BLVD. SUITE 150 ROSEVILLE, CA 95678 (916) 787-7700
16 WEST SACRAMENTO SATELLITE
3170 JEFFERSON BLVD. SUITE 170 WEST SACRAMENTO, CA 95691 (916) 376-8000
17 WOODLAND
327 COLLEGE ST. SUITE 100 & 104 WOODLAND, CA 95695 (530) 669-5909
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