{"id":1259,"date":"2016-05-24T07:30:14","date_gmt":"2016-05-24T11:30:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/?p=1259"},"modified":"2016-05-24T07:30:14","modified_gmt":"2016-05-24T11:30:14","slug":"home-stagers-need-know-holding-stock","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2016\/05\/home-stagers-need-know-holding-stock","title":{"rendered":"The Home Stager’s Guide to Owning a Staging Decor Collection"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=”full_width_content” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]A professional home stager can do wonders for a home\u2019s sale speed and perceived value. Home stagers fill and\/or arrange a home with furniture and d\u00e9cor items to show off a property\u2019s best features. The goal is to make the place feel like home to anyone who walks through the door.\n\nWhile some home stagers will rent their furniture to do a showcase (passing on the fees to the homeowners), others hold their own stock. They\u2019ll buy furniture sets to stage all their clients\u2019 homes and store them for later use after the property is sold.\n\nPurchasing your own stock will invite a host of new responsibilities. Before jumping the gun and buying 3 sets of upholstered chairs, read through our guide to owning your own stock.\n

Pros and cons of holding your own stock!<\/h3>\n\"pros\n

Establishing a staging furniture collection<\/h3>\nCreating strong relationships with manufacturers is key. You\u2019ll be buying multiple sets of staging items as your client list grows, so you\u2019ll be returning over and over again. Your stock will constantly be moved around, so you can expect transportation damages and normal wear and tear to occur. Being a loyal customer can really pay off when you start negotiating discounts and deals.\n\nWith the changing market, it\u2019s necessary to refresh your inventory every so often, but that doesn\u2019t mean completely replacing everything. Purchasing classic pieces will give you versatility during the design process and will last longer in your inventory (this\u2019ll save you more money in the long run!).\n\n\"living\n\nYou should invest in neutral tones for your basic furniture pieces to highlight the space of the property without being too distracting or busy. Potential buyers have to be able to envision themselves living in the space. If you go for fad furniture or eccentric themes, you\u2019ll risk alienating your buyer.\n\nBe careful, though! You don\u2019t want your client\u2019s home to appear as drab as the waiting room of a doctor\u2019s office. Splurge on some colorful patterns when picking up accessory items like pillows, rugs, and art to spice up the rooms. The idea is to create a space that\u2019s attractive to as many people as possible.\n\nIf you\u2019re on a tight budget, consider going thrifting at a flea market or garage sale to pick up unique items you can\u2019t get anywhere else. Make sure the items are new or only require minor cleaning before you make the purchase. Another option is selling or trading your old items online for new ones. Krrb.com<\/a> is a popular platform for local classifieds of one-of-a-kind items guaranteed to make your inventory stand out.\n

What type of insurance should you get?<\/h3>\n\"couch\n\nInsurance talk is never fun, but it\u2019s totally worthwhile if your existing policies can cover your business needs. You\u2019ll have to look into multiple insurance options to find the right fit for you, so don\u2019t be afraid to talk to your insurance agent. In general, you should consider three types of insurance:\n