You don't have to manage every part of the process on your own.
There may be repairs that need to be made, cosmetic updates that could improve the home's presentation and value, and an entire property that ultimately needs to be staged and prepared for market.
When you're also managing everything from a distance, navigating decisions with family members, or dealing with an already difficult transition, knowing what needs to happen - and in what order - can quickly become overwhelming.
And that's before you begin preparing the home itself for sale.
Preparing a longtime family home for sale often involves much more than putting the property on the market. There may be years of belongings to sort through and decisions about what should be kept, appraised, sold, donated, or simply removed.
Preparing an Estate Home For Sale
Preparing an Estate Home For Sale
Can Feel Overwhelming
Our goal is to help you take care of both - handling what's inside the home thoughtfully while preparing the property to make the strongest possible return when it goes to market.
most valuable asset
The belongings inside the home have value. But the home itself may be the estate's
Preparing an estate for sale involves more than getting the home ready for the market. It also means understanding the value of its contents and making informed decisions about what comes next.
Kim works closely with independent appraisal partner Alyssa Karn, ISA, who brings over 30 years of experience in estate and insurance appraisals. Specializing in fine art, antiques, furniture, decorative arts, and residential contents, Alyssa helps families understand the value of the personal property within an estate.
Together, Kim and Alyssa bring complementary expertise to the estate preparation process. From evaluating personal property and identifying opportunities for improvement to coordinating updates and preparing the home for sale, their collaborative approach helps make a complex process feel more manageable.
One Trusted Team to Help You Prepare the Home for Sale
our approach
Once the home is ready, Sunshine Staging will stage each space in the home with furnishings and decor carefully curated to complement the home and appeal to prospective buyers.
Vacant Staging
staging your home
investment: starting at $5,000.00
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investment: varies by scope
With the home cleared, we evaluate the repairs and cosmetic improvements that could improve its presentation and value before it goes to market. From paint and flooring to fixtures and other updates, we help determine where it makes sense to invest and coordinate the work needed to prepare the property for sale.
Repairs + Renovations
home updates
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investment: billed hourly
Once you've determined what will remaind and what needs to go, we coordinate the clean-out of the home according to the agreed-upon plan. Belongings are handled thoughtfully and responsibly, with items directed for sale, donation, or removal as appropriate.
Clearing Out the Property
clean out
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investment: billed hourly
Next, we help you begin making decisions about the belongings inside the home. Items that may have value are identified for professional appraisal so you can make informed decisions about what should be kept, sold, donated, or otherwise handled.
Create the property Plan
Evaluation + Appraisal
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investment: $800.00
We begin with a two-hour consultation at the property to understand the home, its contents, and what will be needed to prepare it for sale. Together, we'll talk through your priorities, identify what needs to be addressed, and determin the appropriate next steps.
Following the consultation, you'll receive our recommendations along with an estimated budget for the services your home requires.
Property Consultation
consultation
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Every home and family situation is different. We start by understanding the property, what's inside it, and what needs to happen before it can be sold. From there, we create a plan and help coordinate each step needed to prepare the home for market.
From Estate Home to Market Ready
Susan T., Realtor
As both the seller and the listing agent, I truly believe their staging made all the difference—my home went into escrow in just five days! Their style was modern, inviting, and really highlighted the best features of the property. Professional, responsive, and a joy to work with from start to finish. I highly recommend Sunshine Staging to anyone looking to elevate their listing and sell fast!
Sunshine Staging did an incredible job transforming my listing.
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Lisa H., Homeowner
I recently had the pleasure of working with Kim at Sunshine Staging & Design for the interior decoration of my new home in the desert. I cannot recommend Kim highly enough to anyone looking to transform their home. Her talent, professionalism, and exceptional customer service makes her a standout in the interior design world.
Kim has an incredible eye for design and was able to perfectly capture the essence of what I wanted.
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Jared S., Realtor
I had the pleasure of working with Sunshine Staging on the sale of a home in Rancho Las Palmas. The home sold for the highest dollar per sqft of any unit. I truly believe that their design aesthetic helped showcase the home in the best light possible which drove interest to the home. Beyond just adding furniture the design work helped buyers envision themselves in the home. Sunshine staging is a pleasure to work with, and I highly recommend them!!
My listing sold for the highest dollar per sq foot of any unit.
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Shari M., Homeowner
I can't say enough great things about Kim and her Sunshine Staging and Design company. Her passion really shines. Kim transformed my home into a real feel good space, people constantly mention "how good it feels to be here" and honestly, who doesn't love to hear that? I am so happy that I was able to work with such a superstar, I will definitely use Kim and Sunshine Staging and Design again.
Kim has an eye for style, is professional, personable, and a delight to work with.
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April K., Production Director
We had a great experience with Kim and her team. She handled our unique request and tight deadline superbly. Would absolutely work with Sunshine Staging & Design again! Thank you!
We had a great experience working with Kim and her team.
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Palm Desert, California
Sold in 7 Days for $3.3 Million
When the owners of this Palm Desert home were preparing to sell, Sunshine Staging helped select new paint, flooring, lighting, and mirrors to create a lighter, more cohesive look that allowed the home's custom features and landscaping to stand out.
Once the updates were complete, we carried that vision through to the staging, creating a fresh elevated presentation that connected with buyers. The home sold for its $3.3M asking price in its first week on market.
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