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Bottom line: empty doesn’t always feel bigger, intentional does. Furniture placement and staging help buyers see not just the room, but the lifestyle it can support.

Strategic staging defines scale, improves flow, and helps every square foot feel purposeful. According to the National Association of Realtors, staged homes sell faster and for 1–5% more than non-staged homes.

That difference isn’t just aesthetic, it’s impact. Thoughtful presentation helps buyers connect faster, understand value more clearly, and ultimately move more confidently toward an offer!

Ready to list? I am here to help! Call me anytime!

Tina Siebert REALTOR® RedKey Realty Leaders Circa
314-603-8555 / 314-692-7200
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https://tinasiebert.redkeystlouis.com/

How to lighten up tiny living spaces

Interior designer John McClain shared tips with The Spruce on making small living rooms appear larger, emphasizing the importance of furniture with visible legs to create a sense of visual lightness. McClain advises against using oversized, floor-sitting furniture that can make a room feel cramped. He also suggests using larger area rugs, lighter finishes and vertical styling to enhance the sense of space.

We Asked a Designer How to Make a Small Living Room Feel Bigger and It's Actually So Easy Small living rooms can feel cramped and lacking with the wrong decor and layout. Discover this favorite designer trick to make a small living room feel bigger.

Once again there are some tiles and tile accents I like and others not so much... What say you???

Big news out of DC.

The Senate voted to advance a major bipartisan housing package to reduce barriers to building and create more pathways to homeownership. This is what happens when our industry speaks with one voice. Proud to be part of it.

https://www.nar.realtor/newsroom/nar-applauds-senate-advancement-of-bipartisan-21st-century-road-to-housing-act

NAR Applauds Senate Advancement of Bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act NAR praised the Senate’s bipartisan vote to advance the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, a major step toward easing the housing shortage and affordability crisis. The bill reduces regulatory barriers, modernizes housing programs, and expands homeownership access. Regulatory costs now add over $13...

Federal rules were set to phase out the gas furnaces and water heaters millions of homes are built around, meaning costly retrofits & more liability. National Association of REALTORS® fought back. Now the Supreme Court has sent the case back for a 2nd look

https://www.nar.realtor/news/washington-report/nar-secures-legal-advocacy-victory-as-supreme-court-grants-petition-challenging-energy-efficiency

NAR Secures Legal Advocacy Victory as Supreme Court Grants Petition Challenging Energy‑Efficiency Rules Affecting Property Owners NAR wins step in challenge to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) gas appliance efficiency rules; Supreme Court remands case, affecting furnace and water heater standards.

On this Juneteenth, we join our community in honoring freedom, reflection, and the ongoing pursuit of equality.

Today is a time to recognize history, celebrate resilience, and come together in appreciation of how far we’ve come—and how far we still have to go. ❤️💚🖤💛

“Make a career of humanity. Commit yourself to the noble struggle for equal rights. You will make a better person of yourself, a greater nation of your country, and a finer world to live in.” — Martin Luther King Jr

Exciting times... I have been honored by being asked and now officially voted onto the Board of Directors of a wonderful organization that is making real differences in our neighbor's lives.

I have been a supporter, volunteer and all around fan of Rebuilding Together St Louis for 10 years now. I was introduced to them through my volunteer service with the St Louis REALTORS®.

So I will keep everyone in the know about ways you can help support Rebuilding Together St Louis through out the year. Save the Date for the trivia night on Friday Sept. 11. We will have a Rebuild Day in the Fall where you can volunteer working in our client's home making it safe for them. I will get more info out soon.

You can always make a monetary donation to help us as well throughout the year. Check out their website and please like their FB page https://rebuildingtogether.org/ https://www.facebook.com/WeAreRebuilders

Rebuilding Together St. Louis supports safe and healthy housing in St. Louis City and County. We provide home modifications and repairs for income-qualified older adults, veterans and people with disabilities.

Many homeowners in our community live in homes with
Tripping hazards
Dangerous steps
Inadequate lighting
Leaking plumbing
Fire risks
And other home repair needs

Our goal is to reduce home hazards so that homeowners who want to age in place are able to do so comfortably and with less worry.

My CDO (Chief Doggy Officer), Hermey, was requested by Elite Title to attend our recent closing to discuss "what a good boy he is" and "how cute is this little guy". He was asking about treats right in the middle of the closing docs. This is going to have to go on his performance review. 😜