Leigh Newport

"Northern Virginia Accredited Staging Professional"
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Leigh Newport, in Loudoun County
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About Me
I am an Accredited Staging Professional and Owner of Staged by Design based in Loudoun County. We provide Home Staging and Interior Redesign throughout Northern Virginia.

We specialize in both Occupied and Vacant Homes, and can help transform your home to WOW potential buyers.

Visit our website at http://www.staged-by-design.com for a complete listing of services, view our portfolio, and subscribe to our blog.

Home Stager serving Aldie, Alexandria, Arcola, Arlington, Ashburn, Bluemont, Centreville, Chantilly, Dulles, Fairfax, Fairfax City, Falls Church, Gainesville, Great Falls, Hamilton, Haymarket, Herndon, Leesburg, Lincoln, Lovettsville, Mclean, Middleburg, Paeonian Springs, Philomont, Potomac Falls, Purcellville, Reston, Sterling, South Riding, Upperville, Vienna, Waterford, Frederick County, Maryland, Jefferson County, WV, Loudoun County.
Testimonials
"The house looks great. Dave was there a little while and also said it was amazing! Thank you so much."
Keith Jones, Alexandria Thu May 1
""Leigh is worth her weight in gold! She helped us sell our house in less than two months after it had spent over a year on the market. Thanks, Leigh!!""
L. Hinton Tue Mar 4
"“Leigh is a creative individual who provides a wealth of ideas and resources to my clients who are preparing their homes for sale. Not only does Leigh provide detailed notes on where to place every piece of furniture, she also gives recommendations on coordinating paint colors, carpet, granite, and accessories to highlight the very best features of the home -- all at a very economical cost. Her follow-up is superb.”"
Joan DeSantis, Samson Realty Tue Feb 5
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Anon, Just Looking in California

Brentwood or Oakley California?

Asked Tue Oct 14 2008, 19:52 by Anon  -  Brentwood  -  Quality of Life  -  3 answers
Leigh Newport answered:
Hi-

I lived in Antioch, CA. for three years from 2002-2005, which borders both Brentwood and Oakley. In my opinion, Brentwood has better infrastructure, such as brand new schools and housing developments, yet still surrounded by the rural agriculture. We always went to Brentwood for the fabulous farm stands and u-pick farms. Brentwood is more visually appealing as well, to me personally. I would try to prioritize what your biggest needs are for your future home. Is it schools, a reasonable commute, access to transportation? You may also want to check the crime rates for each area to help you make your decision. Have you been to both locations?

Good luck with your search. Feel free to email me with any additional questions you might have regarding that general area. I am a Home Stager, not a realtor, so can only provide you information based upon my personal experience.

Leigh Newport
leigh@staged-by-design.com - Tue Oct 14 2008, 20:03
Jenny W., Home Buyer in Battle Creek

Should I bother updating my house?

Asked Thu Oct 9 2008, 16:27 by Jenny W.  -  Battle Creek  -  Remodel & Renovate  -  2 answers
Leigh Newport answered:
Hi Jenny,

You didn't say if you wanted to sell right away, or were just thinking ahead. I think you should consult both your Realtor and also with a Home Stager before you make these decisions. Your Realtor can tell you how much money you can expect to get for your home. An Accredited Staging Professional (ASP) can help you determine which upgrades will give you the best return on investment should you decide to continue with renovations. Even if you decide against renovations, the consultation will provide you with specific instructions on what to do so that your home shows the absolute best when selling, even without the upgrades. An ASP can also provide you with economical solutions and/or sources for any updates you might choose.

I'd be happy to put you in touch with ASP's in your area or feel free to search http://www.stagedhomes.com.

Leigh Newport
Staged by Design http://www.staged-by-design.com - Fri Oct 10 2008, 05:01
Jennifer, Home Seller in Massachusetts

Do i need to repaint the bold colored rooms in my house in order to sell?

Asked Thu Oct 9 2008, 13:40 by Jennifer  -  Massachusetts  -  Design & Decor  -  15 answers
Leigh Newport answered:
Hi Jennifer,

Definitely! I agree with the answers already posted. Go for a warm, neutral beige throughout your home. Benjamin Moore has a nice color palette, although Behr paint from Home Depot is less expensive. Home Depot can mix colors from other paint companies, so start from there. They also offer coupons on Behr paint around holiday weekends, so you might get lucky with Columbus Day!

You may also want to have a consultation from an Accredited Staging Professional. (ASP) You can search online for one in your area at http://www.stagedhomes.com, or I'd be happy to help you locate someone in your area.

Good luck!

Leigh Newport
Staged by Design http://www.staged-by-design.com - Fri Oct 10 2008, 04:53
nmw_of Belle…, Home Seller in Bellevue

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Asked Sun Oct 5 2008, 16:45 by nmw_of Belle…  -  Bellevue  -  Home Selling  -  8 answers
Leigh Newport answered:
Although I'm a Home Stager, not a real estate agent, I have worked with some of the best agents in the Washington D.C. area. From my perspective, the ones that are selling consistently incorporate Home Staging as part of their listing services, as they understand that a home must look it's best from the first impression, whether it's in person or online. They are also realistic on the appropriate selling price for the market, and price the home accordingly. In addition, they utilize the internet to it's fullest, with 6 or more online listing sites with high traffic, and send out email blasts or e-flyers with their new listings to their mailing list. They are creative in their ways to market, and great communicators.

Good luck in your efforts to sell your home.

Leigh Newport
Staged by Design
Home Staging in Northern Virginia - Mon Oct 6 2008, 04:44
Paula Fersta…, Buyer & Seller in Great Neck

Selling my home, on the market since 6/28, hasn't sold yet, poor economy

Asked Thu Oct 2 2008, 14:02 by Paula Fersta…  -  11023  -  Home Selling  -  11 answers
Leigh Newport answered:
Hi Paula,

Another option to consider is Home Staging. I'm not sure if you are currently living in your home while it is on the market, or whether it is vacant, but statistics show that staged homes are on the market for an average of 33 days, vs. 171 days nationwide.

Feel free to contact me and I'd be happy to talk with you about your situation, or refer you to an Accredited Home Stager in your area.

Good luck!

Leigh Newport
Staged by Design
leigh@staged-by-design.com - Thu Oct 2 2008, 19:00
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