Frequently Asked Questions

Home Staging is the preparation of a home - arranging furniture and decor - with the intention of showcasing the home for sale.

Staging focuses on improving the property’s appeal so it captivates the largest number of potential buyers, with a flow on effect of selling quicker and for more money.

 It is an effective marketing tool for Real Estate Agents and vendors planning to sell a property.

Emotional Connections are what sell homes. Empty properties make that connection difficult, and few people are really able to visualise how and what sized furniture can fit in an empty room.

When home staging is done right it can add thousands to the final sale price. It allows potential buyers to imagine themselves living there and see the space for what it can be.

Vacant properties also make any flaws more visible to buyers, and raise questions for buyers as to why this property is for sale. The result can often be lower than hoped for purchase offers.

- Each property is priced differently, because there are a lot of different variables we have to take into consideration. Size, location and access, just to name a few. Please get in touch with us for a detailed quote.

For indicative purposes:

Prices start from $1750 incl GST - for a standard 3 bedroom home, for a 5 week rental.

There is the option to extend your rental on a week-by-week basis once the 5 weeks are up for $180 incl GST per week.

*TIP – Did you know that home staging cost can be a tax write-off for your investment property? Have a chat with your accountant to see if you are eligible!

A deposit of $500 is due to secure your booking, with the remainder of the balance due 7 days after installation.

Woohoo, congratulations! Pop the champagne!

This always feels like a huge compliment to our team as it means we must of done our job well!!

Unfortunately, we do not offer refunds in the case of a house selling early and the rental period being shorter.

The majority of the cost that you paid at the start is not for furniture hire itself, but for our styling service. Expenses like insurance, delivery and styling hours stay the same, regardless of the timeframe your house sells within.

But we are absolutely stoked for you! Please let us know when it goes unconditional so we can organise a time and date for collection.

Yes you can, this is what we call a “Partial Staging”.

One of our stylists will review your existing furniture & accessories and identify which may be suitable to integrate with our own furniture and decor, for the style and feel we are going for; to then attract the maximum number of buyers.

However we do believe that in most situations, having an empty room/house to style has the most valuable impact.

We make selections based on availability from our large collection of furniture and styling accessories. We then pull together a cohesive design that we believe will best suit your property.

All furniture (beds, couches, tables, chairs etc.) and decor (artwork, rugs, cushions, throws, linen, plants etc.). The only items that are not included are whiteware such as a fridge/freezer or washing machine/dryer.

Outdoor furniture can be hired for an additional cost.

The sooner the better so that we can make sure we have the most appropriate furniture for your property. The shortest time frame is generally a week's notice but quite often we can be booked a few weeks in advance.

Our team will show up with everything we need. Firstly we will bring in all the furniture including art and decor, and then we work our magic and put it all together. We often steam beds and vacuum if needed at the end.

Typically we prefer to install our furniture at least a day prior to the photos being taken.

Towards the end of your campaign we will be in contact to arrange a suitable date for removal.

No, you do not need to be there. In fact, we prefer to work “without supervision” so you can be wowed when you come back and see the difference we have made to your home. Seeing it then through the eyes of a potential buyer.

We would never leave a job unless we are 100% happy with the results. But in the off chance (and this doesn’t happen very often) that you are unhappy with anything, we will work with you to make sure that you love it as much as we do!

Quite often people mistake ‘Home Staging’ for ‘Interior Design’. Styling a property for sale is all about making the home appealing to as broad a market as possible, whereas interior design reflects a homeowner’s personal tastes and lifestyle needs.

Therefore, most issues are resolved with a friendly conversation where we explain why we did what we did, but please (and we could not stress this enough) – always feel comfortable to reach out if you have any concerns.

Before!!

We are the final piece of the puzzle, so any major cleaning or repair jobs should be done before we come in to stage your property. When we’re done, we make sure to leave your home looking tip-top and ready for photography!

Predominantly Invercargill, Winton, Gore and Riverton, however we are not afraid of a good roady and are willing to travel most places in the Southland and Central Otago regions.

We work with a diverse range of properties, including residential, rural, lifestyle, flats and apartments.

We also work with show homes and developments, basically if you have a space you want transformed look no further than Miss Stage!

Have an Air BNB or holiday home you want completely fitted out, or you've just built your dream home but are unsure where to begin with styling it, we are up for the task!

A bigger place you say, a new motel/hotel needing furnished, or wanting to update and refresh your out-of-date rooms, we are more than up for the challenge, contact us ASAP we are just who you are looking for!

No space is too big or small, we will work with them all.

We are super careful moving items into and out of your property. On the very odd occasion an accident happens, we have public liability cover.

Please let us know as soon as you can, either by a phone call or an email. It is your (the homeowner’s) responsibility to return all items in good order. Depending on the type of damage, we may have to pass the repair costs on to you.

We love pets! But unfortunately, they can cause some serious damage. Especially dogs and cats who decide to mark their territory or sharpen their claws on our lovely bedding and furniture! You get the idea!!

Please, because of this, we ask you to be cautious and where possible keep all animals out of reach of our furniture, as it is your responsibility to return all furnishings and other staging items in the same pristine condition as they were staged with. Failure to do so will incur repair or replacement cost

Aside from being the leading home staging company in Southland with a fabulous team, we understand that a beautifully presented property will have a lasting impression on all potential buyers, will drive sales and the speed at which your property is sold. We are experienced and passionate, and will always ensure everyone is happy with the service we provide from Real Estate Agents to sellers and buyers.

Alongside staging your home we have access to a fabulous photographer who we can arrange to come in and take professional photos for you to use for your online listing.

We currently have 32 house lots of furniture and decor so we can be sure to have something to suit your property.

That’s fantastic, it’s always a great idea to get multiple quotes as it keeps us honest. But please, make sure you are comparing apples with apples.

Do your research – have a look at the quality, finishes, and the amount of furniture and accessories used, there is a reason some are cheaper.

We pride ourselves on offering quality finishes and products so your house is then associated with a higher cost and higher value!