How AnneMarie Crake’s Staging Certification (and Sales Track Record) Put More Money in Sellers’ Pockets

In today’s market, first impressions happen at lightning speed—and most buyers make snap judgments based on photos alone. That’s exactly why AnneMarie Crake, a top agent with Waymaker Realty Advisors, earned her Staging and Home-Prep Certification—and why she consistently helps sellers walk away with stronger offers and faster closings.

This isn’t just fluff. It’s strategy that works.

What AnneMarie’s Certification Actually Delivers

AnneMarie didn’t just slap a badge on her website and call it a day. Her Staging & Home-Prep Certification represents:

· Professional training on buyer behavior, lighting, layout, and color psychology
· Hands-on design evaluations that sharpen the ability to transform a lived-in home into a buyer magnet
· Access to top-tier vendors—cleaners, painters, and stagers—at preferred rates

That means sellers working with AnneMarie get a proven plan to increase perceived value, reduce days on market, and leave less money on the table.

Why Staging Isn’t Optional Anymore

Still wondering if staging actually makes a difference? Let’s talk real numbers:

· 81% of buyers’ agents say staging helps clients visualize the home as their own
· 31% of sellers’ agents say staged homes sell for 1–10% more than unstaged ones
· Nearly half report reduced time on market with staging
· And in today’s swipe-driven world, 99% of millennials begin their home search online

Translation: a clean, styled, well-photographed space isn’t a bonus—it’s the bare minimum to compete.

How AnneMarie Uses Her Expertise to Help Sellers Win

AnneMarie Crake doesn’t just know how to stage a home—she knows how to prep it for profit. Here’s how she brings that edge to every listing:

· Walk-and-Talk Home Audit – She pinpoints exactly what matters to buyers and filters out the unnecessary noise
· Tailored Strategy – Her staging plan reflects the architecture of the home and the preferences of the most likely buyer demographic
· Photo-Day Precision – Nothing goes live until every angle is on-point and every room looks like a magazine spread
· ROI-Driven Choices – Every dollar spent on prep is measured against potential return; there’s no guesswork
· Project Management – AnneMarie coordinates vendors, timelines, and logistics so sellers can focus on their move—not on a to-do list

Proof Is in the Sales

AnneMarie’s recent sales speak louder than any certification seal:

· A dated ranch was cleaned up, styled, and listed—under contract in 72 hours at full asking price
· A condo with awkward angles was reimagined with strategic staging—sold over asking in just three days
· A two-story home got a light refresh—closed before similar properties even booked a second showing

This is the pattern—not the exception—when AnneMarie’s certification meets seller commitment.

The Bottom Line: Sellers Make More with Less Stress

Here’s what AnneMarie’s approach delivers:

· Higher offers because buyers emotionally connect
· Shorter timelines so carrying costs drop and momentum builds
· Stronger negotiation leverage because staged homes attract more competition

Thinking of Selling?

If you’re looking for a “list it and cross your fingers” agent, AnneMarie’s not your match.

But if you want a strategic partner with the credentials, connections, and sales receipts to back it up, AnneMarie Crake is ready to guide you every step of the way.

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