
Pre-Listing Support for Real Estate Agents
Getting a home ready to sell can feel overwhelming - for sellers and their agents. I help create a clear plan, make the strong edit, and prepare the home for photos and showings using what the seller already owns. Serving Geneva, St. Charles, Batavia and the Fox Valley.
The Photo-ready Fix $495
Includes:
- Planning consultation (approx. 60 minutes)
- 2 hours of hands-on styling and implementation
- Use existing furniture and decor
- Final styling for photography and showings
The Pre-staging Fix $395
Includes:
- Strong edit before staging begins
- Guided packing of non-essential items
- Reduce overwhelm and create clear next steps
- Create a clean slate for final styling and photos
The Blueprint Fix $295
Includes:
- 90-minute walkthrough with seller + agent
- Room-by-room staging recommendations for photos & showings
- Prioritized plan before photos
- Layout guidance to improve flow & sightline
"Kara has an exceptional eye for illustrating the ideal function of a room. Through thoughtful furniture placement and decor choices, she helps potential buyers easily imagine themselves living in the home. That ability to create connection and vision is powerful — it often translates into stronger offers and quicker sales.
Kara truly takes the bull by the horns and delivers every time. She’s a trusted partner in my business and a tremendous resource for any homeowner looking to enhance the function and feel of their space."
Donna Bode- @Properties

Ready to Elevate your Listings?
Schedule a consultation to discuss your upcoming listings or learn more about how staging services can strengthen your client relationships.
Contact: kara@thefixbykara.com | 858-442-1842
Why Partner with The Fix by Kara?
Getting a listing ready for market takes more than a checklist. I work alongside you and your sellers to create a clear plan, handle the hard conversations, and get the home ready for photos and showings. You stay focused on the sale. I help get the house ready for it.
Closing Gift Services
Give your buyers something they’ll actually use. A professional organizing session helps them unpack, get settled, and start their new home with systems that work from day one.
Personalized Gift Certificates Available

"Kara is a GENIUS! She worked a miracle on my listing. She is swift, methodical, efficient and very, VERY good at her craft. You will not regret hiring her!"
Teresa Keenan- EXP Realty
"Kara helped me stage my entire townhome for upcoming sale. Professional, courteous, hardworking and tons of creative design knowledge. My townhome looks better than ever! I’m so grateful to have found Kara and will definitely hire her for any future staging needs."
Corrinne E.- Homeowner
"Kara is a pro through and through. She organizes with thought, has such great ideas and is quick to accomplish goals."
Martha Harrison- @Properties