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The 5 Most Important Steps to Downsizing with Success

Post Author By Evo Plus
Post Date 10/09/2025

If you’re like most people, you’ve probably accumulated a lot of stuff over the years. Like most people, you likely are elements as to what to do with it. For many people, downsizing is a difficult and overwhelming task

To help you get started, I’m sharing 5 important steps to downslzing, but also to figure out what to do with your stuff.

Step 1: Map Out Your Downsizing Project

There are a number of tasks that go in to downsizing. And it all starts with a plan: narrowing down your possessions, donating/selling, putting your home on the market, renovating your

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Behind the Scenes of Simple Elements

Post Author By Evo Plus
Post Date 04/09/2025

People always like to know who they’re working with. So it’s my hope that others will gain some insight into what makes me tick. Read on to learn more about behind the scenes of Simple Elements.

Allow me to introduce myself…

Name: Nicole Schenk

Role at Simple Elements: Owner, Property Stylist

I’ve had a passion for all things design since I was a kid, I just didn’t recognize this until I was in my 30’s. After university I studied fashion design. That led me to a 14 yr career working with leading fashion retailers. My favorite aspect was visual merchandising–

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Russia hits power site by Kyiv, defends reserved land

Post Author By Evo Plus
Post Date 01/09/2025

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — A missile strike seriously damaged a key energy facility in Ukraine’s capital region, the country’s grid operator said Saturday as the Russian military strove to cut power in far-flung populated areas while also defending against Ukrainian counterattacks in occupied regions .

Kyiv region Gov. Oleksiy Kuleba said the strike on the unidentified facility did not kill or wound anyone. Electricity transmission company Ukrenergo said repair crews were working to restore electricity service but warned residents about further possible outages.

After a truck bomb explosion a week ago damaged the bridge that links Russia to the annexed

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How to Stage a Home that Attracts Your Ideal Home Buyer

Post Author By Evo Plus
Post Date 30/08/2025

In the marketing world, there’s a saying that, “If you’re marketing to everyone, you’re marketing to no one.” This also applies to selling your home. You must know who your ideal buyer is to market it accordingly.

Today, I’m sharing types of 3 home buyers and how you can stage your home to attract the kind of buyers you want…

Ideal Buyer: A Family with Kids

If you are in a family-friendly neighborhood, highlighting bedrooms is a priority. You also want to create a warm and inviting family room or a play area for kids. Your family room

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How is Home Staging Different than Interior Design?

Post Author By Evo Plus
Post Date 25/08/2025

It is a common misconception that home staging and decorating are the same. Considering the fundamentals are the same and the result is a beautiful home, it’s easy to confuse. However, a few crucial differences will determine who you need to hire.

Keep reading to find out if your project requires home staging or interior decorating…

Home Stager’s Goal is to Sell

A designer and a home stager have very different goals. A designer designs and decorates to accommodate the home owner’s needs, tastes, and way of life. On the other hand, home stagers decorate based on the home buyer

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Why Staging is More Important in a Seller’s Market

Post Author By Evo Plus
Post Date 19/08/2025

There’s no denying that 2021 proved to be a competitive seller’s market in Ottawa and most other areas. Even though it may seem unnecessary to stage a listing now, it is actually a huge advantage to do so.

Today, I’m sharing my top 3 benefits of home staging so you can sell your home for more…

1. Staging Elevates Your Home’s Perceived Value

Every seller wants to sell at or above the asking price, mainly because the seller will probably be purchasing their next home in the same market. Thankfully, staging raises a home’s perceived value to get top dollar.

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3 Tips for Styling Tables, Shelves, and Consoles

Post Author By Evo Plus
Post Date 13/08/2025

Styling and arranging décor and accessories are two of the most important things you’ll do while staging a house. These small details on tables, shelves, and consoles add a finishing touch that completes the homey feeling you want. It may feel natural to overthink it all, but it’s best to keep it simple.

Tip #1: Use Trays to Arrange Groupings

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If you’re styling shelves, tables or consoles, it’s best to work with groups of three, and using trays is a great way to contain items. Trays look beautiful placed on coffee tables, especially ones made of glass, or on a

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