Hmm. I don't know what your kit choices consist of, but I would definitely stage the most important rooms- The master bedroom, the main living area, kitchen and possibly dining room. I have used folding tables draped with fabrics. Don't forget to play up the fireplace and mantle if there is one. That always makes a big statement. I have used baskets, vases and bowls and filled them with fruit, flowers and towels to make the home feel lived in. Books and magazines always make a nice prop as well. Framed art and mirrors can now be purchased at home stores for not much money and they look great on easels and stands.

Just a few thoughts . . .

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What a great idea.  I've considered something similar myself but thought maybe it was just easier to use a staging company.  

Has anyone else done this?

Put away your folding tables, Co-op with a furniture store!  May cost you a little insurance money, in most cases not. The local folks love the exposure and you don't have to do the heavy lifting.  Renting a couple of rooms is also fairly inexpensive and try to co-op with them too.  The worst I've been told is no. It has worked for me with chains and mom and pop outfits.  Make it easy on yourselves ladies. I always shoot for a six week duration and reserve it for fairly expensive properties.

Good Luck

Realtor, Columbus Ga

I have a stager who works for me and she rents furniture from a furniture rental company, but she has her own accessories. Seems to me she uses large mirrors, a couple of inflatable beds, large, good quality fake plants (they make a huge difference to a room, and according to her they an excellent investment since she buys them on sale for under $50.00). She has a wide collection of art work, again all bought on sale, they're medium to large. She also staples fabric over stretcher frames since it's an easy cheap way to accessorize bedrooms. I'm sure she could give a better all round answer, but for what it's worth that's what I have noticed.