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Meridian Idaho Homes With Virtual Staging

August 7, 2019

I recently had my first encounter with the world of virtual staging!

Meridian Idaho Homes

While researching Meridian Idaho homes for a buyer recently, I ran across a listing in MLS that appeared to be unusually attractive and perhaps even underpriced (a rarity in our current market).

It was built by an entry-level builder and the photos represented the home to have slab granite counters, beautiful high-end furnishings, expensive art work on the walls, and extensive mature landscaping.

I also noticed that the status was “Back On Market”, which seemed odd for such an attractive home.

So, I called the listing agent to confirm what I had seen and get more information.

The listing agent told me that her sale had fallen through due to the buyer’s inability to secure financing and that the home was indeed back on the market.

I then commented on how nice the home appeared in the MLS photos.

To my amazement, she replied “oh, it doesn’t really look like that because I used virtual staging”.

Virtual staging is computer-generated photography/videography that creates a false appearance that’s better than reality.

Turns out the home had been a rental, was trashed, and the landscaping was burned up because the sprinkler system wasn’t working.

There was no disclosure of virtual staging in the MLS listing.

If I had relied upon what I saw in the MLS photos, and shown the home, my buyer would’ve been disappointed (and probably angry).

And, I would’ve been furious at wasting both my client’s and my time.

Fortunately, I called the listing agent first and avoided wasting my time.

I’m not a believer of virtual staging.

If it’s undisclosed, it’s blatant misrepresentation.

At best, it’s akin to putting lipstick on a pig.

In the end, a pig is still a pig regardless of how much makeup you apply.

What ever happened to just telling the truth?

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Phil’s Adventures With Crawlspace Mold

November 1, 2018

Crawlspace mold is usually a rare occurrence, but it sometimes becomes an issue in my real estate transactions.

Crawlspace Mold

Unfortunately, crawlspace mold became a personal issue for me in my own home recently.

Mold Discovered

While working on another issue, my plumber noticed moisture beneath one of my toilets while working in my crawlspace.

We decided to remove the toilet to see what was causing the toilet to leak.

When my plumber removed the toilet, we discovered that it had been improperly installed and had been slowly leaking for the past three years.

Suspecting possible crawlspace mold, I contacted Ness, LLC, the leading mold remediation company in our area, and asked them to assess the damage.

Ness, LLC’s technicians came to my home and confirmed the existence of black mold around the base of the toilet.

I gave them my approval to make the repairs and they were on the job the same day.

Mold Repairs

Prior to beginning the repairs, Ness, LLC sealed the entire bathroom with plastic sheeting and set up air evacuation systems to prevent any mold spores from escaping into the rest of my home.

Then, they removed the tile flooring and subfloor in the toilet closet area, replaced the damaged subfloor, and treated the surrounding area with mold killing chemicals.

They also installed additional framing beneath the subfloor at no extra charge.

Then, my plumber reset the toilet (properly!) and my tile contractor replaced the tile flooring.

These crawlspace mold repairs were completed within a few days at a cost of about $1,500.

Mold is a serious issue that must be remediated properly by a licensed professional.

Based on my personal experiences, I recommend you have someone check your crawlspace for plumbing leaks at least once a year to avoid crawlspace mold problems.

If you suspect crawlspace mold in your home, call Ness, LLC at (208)466-7594 for a free evaluation of your problem.

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