In this episode of Mortgage Cowboys, we sit down with interior designer and real estate professional Priscilla Coon to break down how staging, design, and presentation directly impact how homes sell and why buyers and sellers often underestimate the power of how a home feels, not just how it’s priced. From relocating to Idaho and building a staging business from scratch to working with builders, agents, and Parade of Homes projects, this conversation pulls back the curtain on what actually makes homes stand out in today’s market.We dive into:Why staged homes sell faster and often for more than vacant or cluttered homesThe difference between staging, interior design, and full home installsHow buyers emotionally connect to homes and why that mattersWhat sellers get wrong when preparing a home for the marketHow paint, lighting, texture, and furniture choices change perceptionWhy staging works differently for new construction vs resale homesWhat relocating buyers should know when designing a new home from scratchIf you’re asking questions like “Does staging really matter when selling a home?”, “Why do model homes feel so different?”, or “How can design increase a home’s value and appeal?” this episode is for you.00:00 Welcome to Mortgage Cowboys04:32 The Art of Home Staging07:38 Staging vs. Occupied Homes14:15 The Importance of Paint and Texture17:19 Starting the Staging Business in Idaho19:04 Upcoming Parade of Homes Event22:28 Balancing Multiple Roles: Staging and Real Estate27:11 Connecting with Clients: Real Estate and Staging29:13 Personal Touches in Staging31:24 Art in Staging: Priscilla's Originals34:19 Wrapping Up: Contact and Social MediaSubscribe to the channel and share your thoughts in the comments. Listen here: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/mortgagecowboys/Produced in partnership with SB Studios.Start Your Podcast Today Here: https://www.sbstudios.co