As a home staging and interior design company, we believe in creating beautiful and welcoming spaces. But we also believe in making a positive impact in the world. We’re calling on you to stage your support and design a brighter future for those affected by metastatic breast cancer (MBC).
MBC, also known as Stage IV breast cancer, is a complex and challenging disease that requires urgent attention and research. This devastating disease affects countless individuals. Despite being the most advanced stage of breast cancer, only a small amount of research funding is provided.
METAvivor is the only organization dedicated solely to funding research for (MBC).
Just like we transform homes into inviting spaces, METAvivor is transforming the landscape of MBC research. By donating to METAvivor, you’re helping to create a brighter future for those affected by this challenging disease.
By donating to METAvivor, you’re directly supporting groundbreaking research that could lead to life-changing treatments and, ultimately, a cure.
Together, we can make a difference. Spread awareness by sharing this to your social network.
Let’s stage our support for METAvivor and show the world that we care.
Visit METAvivor today and learn more about their important work and donate today
Our Story
With over 20 years of experience working with homeowners, realtors, property management, builders, and investors in Oakland, Wayne, Macomb, Livingston and Washtenaw counties, we know the local markets backward and forward. In combination with our Interior Design skill, we use this knowledge to create spaces that appeal to buyers and drive up the value of your home.
We approach home staging as both an art and a science, using design and market data to create a staging strategy that sells your property for the highest possible price, for the best terms, and in the shortest amount of time. Our success rate speaks for itself, but you can also view the reviews from our clients who have reaped the benefits of our work.
We think the best testaments to the depth of our passion are our client testimonials, since no home stager in Michigan can claim more 5-star reviews.
We’re also proud to have been voted “Best of” by Houzz in the Home Stager category for 8 consecutive years. (2015-2022)
Don’t leave the value of your real estate sale up to chance. Bring in Impact Home Staging Experts to stage every detail of your Michigan home and transform it into every buyer’s dream.
We’ve worked with investors, realtors, property management companies, builders, and owners in Oakland, Wayne, Ann Arbor, and Macomb Counties, so you can hire us with the utmost of confidence. Making it even safer for you, our entire team is covered by both liability and Worker’s Compensation insurance. Few Michigan staging companies can offer you this peace of mind.
As Michigan’s premier home staging company, we’ve contributed to the sale of more than 7,000 homes in Troy, Royal Oak, Rochester Hills, Bloomfield, Birmingham, Shelby, and beyond. We’re proud to have been featured on local ABC, NBC and FOX programs, as well as the national TODAY show. We also make frequent appearances on the “Hire it Done” radio show and recently enjoyed a feature on the “Hardcore Mortgage” radio program. Our founder, Darla Rowley, is also the co-author of the book, “Home Staging By The Book.”
Our Team
At the forefront, we are passionate about using our extensive knowledge and experience to assure you get the highest possible offer on your home, in the shortest amount of time. It’s both an art and a science, and we are all devout technicians at Impact Home Staging.
With Impact Home Staging Experts, you get the dedication of a full staff, including;
- Operations and Customer Service Team, who help ensure your quotes and scheduling are handled quickly and efficiently.
- Stagers and Assistant stagers, who ensure every project has creative flair and addresses the décor needs of your specific home.
- World’s Best Logistics Team, who deliver your staging materials and ensure your home is treated with the utmost care. They also make sure our warehouse is tidy and organized!
This combination of specialists allows us to consistently deliver you the highest quality home staging service, on time and on budget…every time!
It’s All About Relationships
Rounding out this team of experts is our Business Development Manager, Tina Stratton. She’s a woman on the move in the real estate world. Don’t be surprised if you come across her at a top producing network events. Alongside Brie Cocroft, 2024 President, Tina has proudly served as Membership Director on the 2022, 2023, and currently the 2024 Board of Directors for Women’s Council of Realtors Birmingham-Bloomfield.
One of her goals will be to get to know the members of the Metro Detroit real estate community better. By knowing and understanding their business strategies and priorities, Tina feels she can better inform and guide on ways Impact can provide value to them.
For this reason, Tina offers continuing education courses on Home Staging. Her course builds a valuable level of understanding and dives into why Professional Home Staging is so powerful. Not your typical Con-Ed course!
Giving Back
Having a positive impact on the community around us is something that everyone at Impact Home Staging feels strongly about. We are honored and proud to have been able to contribute to worthy and accountable Metro Detroit area charities.
For over 10 years, we have eagerly accepted the opportunity to sponsor families in need who are transitioning from homelessness. We also frequently donate wholesale furniture to meet specific Humble Design inventory needs. We’ve donated more than 50 brand new bunk beds and sofas, in addition to other needed items. Several times a year our team devotes their day to helping create an ideal home for a transitioning family. It’s a labor of love for all of us.
For the last several years Impact Home Staging has participated with Habitat for Humanity – Michigan through both the Home Builders Association and the Women’s Council of Realtors®.
FAQ
What services do you offer?
- Occupied Consultation: Onsite visit with a stager for up to 1.5 hours. They go room-by-room and give ideas and suggestions on how to get the home ready to go on the market. The Stager will also provide summary of recommendations so the home seller can implement themselves and have a reference of what was discussed. Topics can include paint colors, curb appeal, minor updates and/or repairs if recommended, list of furniture to edit or add, new floor plan for furniture placement if appliable, etc.
- Occupied “Hands On”: Services include our Market Ready Re-Fresh which begins with a consultation, then we come back for implementation, working hands on with the seller. We can bring in supplemental art and accessories, or we can use what the sellers have in the home.
- Vacant Packages: This is our most popular service, and includes a tailored staging plan by one of our Experts, use of furniture and décor, delivery set up and pick up included.
- Budget minded design – Our stagers will provide these services:
- Insta Restyle- reworking what you have
- Move in Decorating- using what you have after you purchase a new home or have relocated to a new location.
- Flip assist- help builders and investors select finishing details like tile, cabinets, countertops paint colors etc. all with the purpose of guiding investors on best way to maximize the profitability of the project.
- STR Ready (Short term rental)- We provide one point of contact for designing and implementation of furniture, décor. (AirBnB, vacation rentals, extended business stays, etc.)
How much do your services cost?
- Occupied consultation: $250
- Occupied “Hands On”: Services begin with a consultation $250, then we come back for implementation. This is calculated based on a written estimate which include moving helpers, décor needs, and number of hours the stager has estimated to be on site. The quote is provided after the initial $250 consultation.
- Vacant Packages: Varies based on quality level as well as scale of the home, and how many days the staging is needed. 45-day stages can be as little as $1699 for a Basic to $3499 for Premier Plus options. When we provide a quote, this is detailed out based on our professional recommendation on what is necessary to get the best return on investment. Get a FREE ESTIMATE
- Budget minded design: Most Budget design projects require an estimate depending on number of rooms etc. Get a FREE ESTIMATE
Why is staging beneficial, or important?
Staging is a service that increases marketability of a home for sale. The process turns a “home” into a marketable product. Increasing the wow factor, and emotional appeal that usually results in a faster more profitable sale.
Do we stage occupied homes?
Yes we do!
What areas do you service?
South East Michigan, Metro Detroit (45 miles around Troy MI)
What is your turn around time?
Consultations are usually scheduled 2-3 days; Vacant properties can be fully implementing usually within 3 to 4 days. Our team of Stagers and fleet of trucks and logistics team allows us to move very quickly.
What is a consultation and what can I expect?
Consultations are done for homes that are owner occupied or have homeowner items that must be used to complete the stage. Instructions are provided so the home seller can do the work themselves. A list of priorities is provided after the meeting.
This is an onsite visit up to 1.5-hours visit (usually). The stager will do a walk through with the seller and provide them with tips and advice on what is needed to maximize the sale. This may include minor repairs or updates as well as furniture placement, editing and purging of décor and/or personal items etc. The stager will prioritize what is most important to the sale. If supplemental support is needed after the consult, we can do that as well. The stager will take notes to provide a supplemental quote for support services or décor rental.
What is included in a vacant stage?
This service is for completely empty homes, we bring décor art and accessories to create a Mini model, which is very important for maximizing the photographs for marketing purposes.
Who Pays?
Sometimes the homeowner pays for it. Sometimes the realtor. Sometimes they split it. Sometimes the homeowner pays for it and realtor pays for renewals, if necessary. That depends on what is negotiated with the realtor. This conversation is usually done before signing a listing agreement.
What is the process?
We provide a free quote over the phone for most projects. After initial agreement on scope is approved, then we set up a preview, and proposed staging date. Our stagers need 1 day to select décor and furniture from our stock, day 2 is for loading and delivery and installation. We can usually get a project done in 3 to 4 days after initial inquiry.
How is staging different from interior design?
Staging is marketed to the home buyer (not the seller). A demographic profile is created that reflects the most likely buyer- then the design of the stage is tailored to that demographic. Staging will help small spaces look larger, huge spaces feel cozy. We would have completely different approaches for an urban stage, vs senior living community, vs a family house is a suburb. Design is specific to the homeowner taking into account their personal needs and desires – Staging is not.
However, we DO offer Interior Design! Check out our Interior Design Page!
Do you have budget minded design services- if I am not selling?
Yes we do!
