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National Collective of Home Stagers Meet REALTORS at National Association of REALTORS’ NAR NXT Event in Boston

The Staging Collective highlights home staging's contribution to the real estate market

BOSTON, Mass., Nov. 7, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The value of home staging in today’s real estate market will be emphasized by founders of The Staging Collective at NAR NXT 24 this week in Boston. Melinda Christman, Olive & Opal Interiors, St. Louis, Missouri; Patrick Furlow, Step By Stage Interiors, Lakeland, Florida; and Liz Pensiero, Liz Pensiero Staging, Stamford, Connecticut, join 15,000+ attendees for the nation’s largest event focused on building business for real estate agents and brokers. Home staging has emerged as essential in the preparation of homes for sale in the shifting real estate market.

Image caption: The Staging Collective.

The Staging Collective is a collaborative organization of 49 companies in the U.S. and Canada, focused on elevating the role of staging beyond minimizing time on market and maximizing sale price, to creating powerful emotional connections with buyers by highlighting a lifestyle that resonates. Through July 31, 2024, The Staging Collective members staged over 3,900 properties, generating over $24.4 million in combined revenues.

The Staging Collective companies bring an average of eight years of industry experience and employ over 260 professionals. These dedicated teams are committed to transforming properties and enhancing market appeal nationwide.

“Agents who work with Collective members have true partners in the preparation of a home for market. Our members are top companies in their respective markets and focused on promoting best practices in operations and design. We are focused on providing a competitive edge to real estate partners,” said Melinda Christman, Founder. “Simply hiring any stager may no longer guarantee the advantage you need to succeed.”

About The Staging Collective:

The Staging Collective was founded in 2023 by a group of successful staging companies from across the country. Recognizing the need for high standards and accountability, the founders began with a mission to elevate the professionalism of the industry. The Staging Collective provides a collaborative platform for member companies to share resources, insights, and best practices. In its second year, with 49 companies across the United States and Canada, The Staging Collective is a centralized hub for networking and business opportunities for the home staging community, providing a supportive environment for business success.

Learn more at: https://www.the-staging-collective.com/

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Stephen Walker Appointed to Board of Directors for The National Association of REALTORS

ATLANTA, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- The National Association of REALTORS(R) has appointed Stephen Walker as a large brokerage representative to the Board of Directors for 2020 on behalf of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties.

Stephen was recognized as the #3 overall Elite Associate in Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties in 2018 and attained the Chairman's Circle Diamond award level representing the top one half of 1% in the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices global network in 2018.

He has previously served in numerous industry and local community roles including Georgia REALTOR(R) of the Year 2017, NAR Hall of Fame 2018, President of the Fayette County Board of REALTORS(R), Fayette County REALTOR of the Year (2017, 2014, 2004), Women's Council of REALTORS(R) at the local and state levels, Georgia Association of REALTORS(R), Kiwanis of Fayette County, Southside Church, and local Fayette county schools. Stephen has successfully attained certifications including ABR, ASR, CRS, GRI, PMN, SFR, SRES, and SRS.

"We are proud to have Stephen Walker represent our company on the NAR Board of Directors," said Dan Forsman, president & CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties. "Stephen is an accomplished leader and has an outstanding record of serving his clients, customer and fellow REALTORS. He is respected by his peers and we look forward to the difference he can make in this important and prestigious role."

Jan Baker, Regional Vice President at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties and member of the NAR Hall of Fame was the previous company representative as the NAR Director. Due to the outstanding engagement of leaders like Stephen Walker and Jan Baker, the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS(R) is uniquely positioned to succeed in serving members, the real estate industry, and real estate clients.

"It has been my pleasure and privilege to serve as our company representative to The National Association of REALTORS Board of Directors for the past 8 years," said Jan Baker. "I am delighted to pass this honor to Stephen as he is held in high regard for his professionalism and integrity. I am confident he will have an auspicious future!"

"It has been a pleasure watching Stephen Walker grow as a REALTOR and leader for our industry," said Steve Quinn, Southern Crescent Regional Vice President & Managing Broker for the Peachtree City office of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties. "Stephen has the experience, insight and passion to truly make a difference in this new role."

About Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties:

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties has over 1,650 associates and 26 locations across the Greater Metro Atlanta and North Georgia area. The company generated over $4 Billion in sales volume and 12,016 transaction sides in 2018. Trendgraphix reports that Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties is ranked #1 in home sales for the Greater Metro Atlanta area.

Led by President and CEO Dan Forsman, the organization offers a full suite of real estate services including residential real estate, luxury real estate, new homes services, condo/ high-rise services, commercial real estate, corporate relocation, property management, mortgage lending, title and settlement services, home warranties and insurance. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Learn more at: https://www.bhhsgeorgia.com/

The National Association of REALTORS has appointed Stephen Walker as a large brokerage representative to the Board of Directors for 2020 on behalf of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties.

Related link: https://www.bhhsgeorgia.com/

Council of Residential Specialists and Move For Hunger Announce Collaborative Effort to Help Feed Families In Need Nationwide

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Council of Residential Specialists (CRS) announced today a partnership with Move For Hunger, a non-profit organization that works with real estate agents and moving companies to combat the growing hunger problem across the country.

Nearly 50 million Americans - one in six - face hunger every day. The Food Research and Action Center reports that hungry children are two to four times more likely to develop health problems, ranging from relatively minor to potentially fatal; while hunger shortens life spans in adults and make them more prone to mental illness and deadly diseases.

"CRS is proud to partner with Move For Hunger," said Janelle Pfleiger, CRS President. "Together our organizations can help make a significant impact in fighting hunger nationwide. As real estate agents, we can connect people who are moving to Move to Hunger's relocation companies who will help pack and deliver their non-perishable food items to local food banks."

CRS is the largest not-for-profit affiliate of the National Association of REALTORS(R) and has a membership of over 32,000 REALTOR(R) members located in cities across the Unites States and overseas.

"We are an international organization of real estate professionals, who are committed to making a difference in the communities we serve," Pfleiger added.

"We are excited to launch this partnership with CRS. Our goal is to expand our impact on hunger relief. Together, we can make fighting hunger when moving an industry standard," said Adam Lowy, Executive Director, Move For Hunger.

About CRS

The Council of Residential Specialists is the largest not-for-profit affiliate of the National Association of REALTORS(R) (NAR). CRS is comprised of over 32,000 REALTOR(R) members and supports them with training and education, events, mentoring and networking opportunities. It also awards the CRS Designation to experienced REALTORS(R) who have completed advanced professional training and demonstrated outstanding professional achievement in residential real estate.

About Move For Hunger

Move For Hunger is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that mobilizes the relocation industry to fight hunger and reduce food waste. In addition to collecting food from people who are moving to new homes, Move For Hunger helps companies and individuals across the United States and Canada organize successful food drives. To date, they have collected more than 7 million pounds of food. For more information, or to find out how you can host your own food drive, visit http://www.MoveForHunger.org/.

The Council of Residential Specialists (CRS) announced today a partnership with Move For Hunger, a non-profit organization that works with real estate agents and moving companies to combat the growing hunger problem across the country.