Course Description

During this class, we will zero in on homeowners' objections, the best talking points, steps to identify what "can" work and what "can't", how to effectively use the homeowner's furnishings, how to stage the perfect room with line, scale and balance, developing the perfect budget and most of all...getting the homeowner to buy into the budget. We will also cover how to work with the real estate agent during the occupied home staging. Restyling the home with the purpose of a quick sell, establishing your expert status and gaining you a steady influx of referrals.

Your Instructor

Carol Bass

Carol has been an entrepreneur since 1982 her students are drawn to the fact she understands the challenges of being self-employed.  She approaches the learning process with warmth, humor, and sensitivity, offering training in Nashville, TN, Cherry Hill, NJ, and Richmond, VA and other areas by request.  She is host and creator of Nashville’s popular DIY seminars, “Addicted to Decorating.” Carol is a creator of The DSA’s A.C.T.I.O.N. Scoring System used by hundreds of staging professionals across the country. She is a frequent industry speaker and the emcee for The Deco-Zone at Atlanta’s AmericasMart.As the owner of The Practical Decorator, Carol spends most of her energy teaching and training talented individuals in creating a business in the decorating industry. She still however, loves the creative process and continues to accept clients.

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Module 1: What is Occupied Home Staging?

    • Video Module 1: What is Occupied Staging

    • Handout Module 1: What is Occupied Staging
  • 2

    Module 2: Types of Sellers

    • Video Module 2: Types of Sellers

    • Handout Module 2: Types of Sellers
  • 3

    Module 3: The Consultation

    • Video Module 3: The Consultation

    • Handout Module 3: The Consultation

  • 4

    Module 4: Choices

    • Video Module 4: Choices

    • Handout Module 4 Choices
  • 5

    Video Module 5: Time Capsule

    • Video Module 5 Time Capsule

    • Handout Module 5: Time Capsule
  • 6

    Module 6: Let's Talk Money

    • Video Module 6: Let's Talk Money

    • Handout Module 6 Let's Talk Money

    • RESA