I recently did a blog here on AR for a local non profit animal sanctuary called "A Chance for Bliss". This wonderful sanctuary is in foreclosure and many area supporters have tooted their horn to promote funding for this exceptional animal ranch that gives these creatures a forever home to live out their life. Local Veterinarians, volunteers, and area businesses have donated their services to this very unique ranch that offers dignity, and love in the final years of life.

We have been noted in their newsletter as "Active Rain (the largest real estate network) friends to help the sanctuary."  Lets' show them the true spirit of giving!

Animals do not understand foreclosure. Even if half of the 163,000 of us here on AR just contribute to a worthy non profit, can you just imagine what that could do to help?

This started as a local mission for me, but now it has became more with the help of my active rain friends and my entire school that is contributing books to this cause. If you can help, please go HERE. Every dollar counts and is so appreciated.

This is more than just a possible foreclosure... it affects creatures that have finally found a place of refuge... away from pain, and neglect, one that allows them to live their life in peace and love.

For those of you who live local, there is also a garage and yard sale benefit in Rocklin this weekend. Tell all your friends. Stop by say "hi" and know that every dollar spent will go this worthy animal sanctuary  A Chance for Bliss.

Please contact us with any questions at the email address listed below. Come to our garage & yard sale to benefit A Chance for Bliss ! We've got LOT of great items for sale, so come early for the best selection. We'll also have yummy baked goods and hot drinks available.   We hope to meet many of you wonderful supporters at this "fun-raiser" ~ Lydia, Christina, Suzi, Doris and Kathryn Saturday, November 28th 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (please, NO earlybirds)   6722 Magnolia Way (off Lone Tree Way & Grand Canyon Dr.) Rocklin RIGHT OFF HWY 65/BLUE OAKS EAST EXIT       Questions? email: lydia@achanceforbliss.com

Savvy Investors in today's market are calling on the services of Sacramento's Premier Staging Companies:  Artful  Journey and Stage Right Design 

 The Roseville, Rocklin, and Granite Bay areas, are booming with foreclosures and investment properties.  There are great buys in these areas and with the help of professional home staging services, these properties are selling in record time.

 This Granite Bay home, was a recent foreclosure. It was completely remodeled and upgraded. Before it was listed for sale, these smart investors called upon the services of Artful Journey and Stage Right Design.  They purchased one of our "Investor Packages". It was staged in one day, received multiple offers 2 days later and is SOLD within 1 week!  This Investor knew that the home needed to be shown in its best light with warmth and personality. They were on a tight budget and they wanted to get a good return on their investment... and they sure did.

Not only were the investors happy, the REA who sold it was happy, and the neighbors were thrilled to see the upgrades and sale of this beautiful home in their neighborhood! Here are some Before and Afters.

Check out "what we can do for our investors" in a previous BLOG.

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  Lori Kim Polk is the Founder and Lead Designer of Artful Journey Designs and Staging, a full service Home Staging and Design Corporation combined with Ryan Dressel from Stage Right Design located in Roseville, California. With 6 years of success, they have been recently featured in Sacramento Magazine, Sacramento News and Review, KFBK radio and SMUD's Home of the Future. Proudly serving Granite Bay, Rocklin, Lincoln, Sacramento, and surrounding areas.

We are presently the #1 Staging Company in the Sacramento area. Our stats say it all.....current DOM with our staging is 18 days.  Call us today at 916-300-0402 or 916-517-5710 for our premier services. "The art of selling your home!"

View our listings HERE.

View our portfolio HERE.

We have real estate packages just waiting for YOU!

Most of you know that I have 2 jobs... my 5^th grade class and my staging and design work.  I have done this now for over 5 years and have built a very successful staging business besides my 9 to 4 teaching commitments.  To me, these are 2 full time jobs.

How do I do it?  I get my initiative, my drive, and my focus the hearts of the kids. I truly owe it all to them for helping me to continue my focus.  They inspire me to do my best, to be the best at what I need to be, and to accept "hurdles" with dignity and to push on through hard times.

So from the hearts and souls of my "wild and crazy" fifth grade class...

They say.....

"Always be honest and do what is right."

"Work as hard as you can to get the best grade."

"Ask for help when you need it."

"Don't lie, cheat or deceive others."

"Don't be afraid to try something new."

"You always want to do your best even when you don't want to."

"Listen to your teacher." (No, I didn't sway someone to say this.)

"Don't copy from someone else."

"Do your own work."

"Be honest and do not lie."

"You have to do your best so that you get a good education."

"When you do your best, you will feel good about yourself."

"I want to help others because I care about them."

"My second grade buddy needs my help so much. I wish I could take him home and play on my computer with him because he doesn't have one."

 To me, these kids are ahead of their time. For you, they hopefully have given you a fresh perspective and another view towards your business and your focus.

 Best to all of you pursuing your Real Estate efforts from my wonderful, insightful class.

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  Lori Kim Polk is the Founder and Lead Designer of Artful Journey Designs and Staging, a full service Home Staging and Design Corporation combined with Ryan Dressel from Stage Right Design located in Roseville, California. With 6 years of success, they have been recently featured in Sacramento Magazine, Sacramento News and Review, KFBK radio and SMUD's Home of the Future. Proudly serving Granite Bay, Rocklin, Lincoln, Sacramento, and surrounding areas.

We are presently the #1 Staging Company in the Sacramento area. Our stats say it all.....current DOM with our staging is 18 days.  Call us today at 916-300-0402 or 916-517-5710 for our premier services. "The art of selling your home!"

View our listings HERE.

View our portfolio HERE.

We have real estate packages just waiting for YOU!