HOME STAGING: Setting a house apart from its competition
Real estate enhancement is a marketing tool that shows off the best features of a house. It is not decorating. In fact, a professional home stager takes away specific design styles so that a house appeals to a wide range of buyers. Home staging is an important step for any house preparing to go on the market, at any price point, whether occupied or vacant. With the challenging real estate market today, the one thing a seller controls completely is the way their home looks when a buyer walks through the door. After all, you only have one chance to make a first impression.

For more information, go to about staging and staging services. View owner Cathy Brosius' interview on KMOV's Great Day St. Louis or check her blog for tips on home staging.

For more staging suggestions, check our slideshow: 6 Staging Steps That Offer A Big Bang For Your Buck.

ORGANIZING: Simplifying the things in your life
Being organized has a different meaning for everyone. To some, it's being able to find the car keys or locate bills so they can be paid on time. For others it may involve tackling clutter in one room or the entire home. No matter what the interpretation, disorganization can lead to frustration and stress and it may seem the most difficult task is getting the process started. Cathy Brosius is a member of the National Association of Professional Organizers and can assist with organizing services, whether it's just one desk or a whole house.

ARRANGED SMARTLY is a professional home staging and organizing company that provides solutions. We're working smartly for homeowners and agents throughout the entire St. Louis region. Check our tips for useful ideas you can use to help stage or organize your home.

Ask us about mentoring for home stagers or speaking for groups.