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For most people, the purchase or sale of a home represents the largest investment of a lifetime. Did you know that only 10% of people shopping for a new home have the vision to see their belongings in another house? Home staging brings a home to life and can be the key to creating an emotional connection in a potential buyer. Showhomes was a pioneer in home staging and continues as the leader in this fast-growing industry.

Showhomes Kansas City is focused on the concept of transforming vacant houses - often seen by buyers as stale, lifeless, unappealing - into fully-furnished, inviting, valued Showhomes. Now in our third decade of service to Homeowners and their Realtors, we've become America's premier home staging service coast-to-coast.

Through our nationwide franchise network of home staging experts, Showhomes has helped over 30,000 Homeowners and their Realtors sell homes valued at over $10 billion!

Every major national media outlet in the U.S. has praised the work of Showhomes, the company's work has also been featured on The Today Show, HGTV, and the Travel Channel.

Showhomes Kansas City has broad experience in real estate, design, and customer service We're dedicated to bringing you unparalleled expertise, responsiveness, professionalism, and results.

Showhomes: What We Do

Our Home Staging team in Kansas City would be delighted to put our real estate savvy and the Showhomes proven business model to work for you. Whether you are a home owner, realtor, developer or prospective home manager, we have the services and resources you need. The Showhomes team includes experts in marketing luxury properties, staging homes for maximum impact, placing and training home managers and helping home owners get the most value.

Bryan Thomas

General Manager

Kent Welch

Franchise Owner

Leanne Zumbrunnen

Principal Stager

Edward Lothamer

Sales Representative

Ryan Welch

Kansas City Showhomes has received the following awards and certifications.

SERVICES

HOME MANAGER STAGING
HOME STAGING
HOME RESTYLES
HOME UPDATING

HOME MANAGER STAGING

Showhomes matches high-end vacant homes for sale with beautiful furniture, artwork, and accessories. We can provide a live-in professional caretaker who cares for your home and keeps your home in show to sell condition while giving you the peace of mind that your home is safe and sound. What does all that mean to you? Great staging at a fraction of traditional staging costs paid at closing, a reduction in your overall carrying costs, care of your home from the inside and out, statistically faster sales and significantly higher offers than a similar vacant home that is for sale. Showhomes also provides up to $5 million in additional insurance coverage for you and your home.
WHO / WHAT IS A HOME MANAGER?WATCH VIDEO
HOME STAGING

Experienced Real Estate Agents know that a home that is beautifully staged tends to sell faster than a house that is not. Also, vacant houses are often perceived to have a lower value than homes that are staged and can often receive "low-ball" offers from buyers who perceive that the owner is desperate to sell.
Showhomes provides customized staging solutions tailored to each home. Staging options include design and decorating by staging professionals, whole house staging or partial home stagings as well.
Showhomes is America's Leader in Home Staging with a proven method to stage and market your home for sale. Staging is the most effective way to sell properties in today's market.
"Home staging is no longer optional in this real estate market, but a MUST. It's what will make the difference in whether your home sells or not." - Real Estate Mogul Barbara Corcoran In today's real estate market, buyers have lots of choices when it comes to buying a home. Successful real estate agents know that beautifully designed and staged homes have more buyer appeal than vacant or non-staged homes. Statistics have shown that staged homes sell faster, bring higher offers and create happier sellers. Staging is the best marketing strategy available with proven results.
Why stage?Why showhomes?
HOME RESTYLES

Interested in a new look for your home? Love those designer makeover shows and wish someone would makeover your home? Are you selling your home and need help making it look perfect for showings? Interested in staging to get the "model home" look that captures premium buyers? If you're looking for some design ideas for your current home or have a home on the market for sale that needs some makeover magic, we can help. Staging your home by a professional stager is the most cost effective way to refresh your home. A professional stager can help with decorating trends, furniture placement, color choices, home improvement and much more. Whether you're ready for a new "look" or selling a home, Showhomes can help.
Owner Occupied Homes New Homes
HOME UPDATING

No one wants to spend money on the home they are getting ready to sell. However, most buyers are looking for a move-in-ready house with fresh paint and flooring. Very few buyers want more work and expense to update the home they will purchase. To appeal to the broadest base of buyers and to increase the value of your home, a few changes can provide the greatest return on investment when selling your home. Beyond basic de-cluttering and cleaning, Showhomes can assist with making these important changes for you.
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Unique Luxury Condo Downtown

One of the most unique Luxury condominium units in Kansas City. This has it all,twenty-foot ceilings imported high end finishes,with amazing views to the north, east and west. 2 bedroom 2.5 bath with lots of natural light. This is the largest condo in the building and appointed beautifully. The unit has two garaged parking spaces

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Remodeled Hyde Park North Home

Unique desirable Hyde Park Home. Amazing updated modern kitchen with all new appliances and cabinets. Featured on local HGTV Show. This is a must see.

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Park Ridge Summit Home Management

Amazing open floor plan w/Great Rm, Dining, Kit & high ceilings that flow flawlessly into the best entertainment space you could ask for. Great Rm boasts beautiful F/P ready for cooler autumn nights that are coming. Step out the slider to the screened-in deck that overlooks the spectacular view of the yard, private patio & landscaping sanctuary complete with 2 water features! Fab Fin LL as well! Some new lighting on main lvl.

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Re-done Ranch in KCK

Completely renovated 3 bedroom ranch. Great floor plan with 2 living rooms. Freshly painted inside and out. New hardwoods, new windows, new stainless steel appliances. Huge basement for storage or ready to finish. Brand new concrete walkway. Completely move-in ready. Great back yard.

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Perfect Village

Move right in an enjoy this beautifully updated home in the perfect village. Beautiful main floor living. Fantastic master suite. And basement perfectly suited to watching Chief's football :).

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Everything You Expect In JoCo

This "well cared for" home in Lenexa boast everything you need in Johnson County. Fantastic neighborhood, great floor plan, nice backyard and, of course, beautifully staged!

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Beautiful Northland Neighborhood

Newly neutralized and gorgeous home. Large eat-in kitchen with hearth room looking out to the pool. Dining room, great room, and home office round out the main floor. All bedrooms up with an extremely spacious master suite. Finished basement with full bath.

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Heart of OP

Great buy in the popular sought after RANCHVIEW! Right in the heart of OP close to all shopping, dining, and schools! CORNER LOT with 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 2 living areas! THERMAL WINDOWS THROUGHOUT! NEWER A/C, NEWER water heater, HALL BATH has just been redone! The lower level has a FOURTH BEDROOM and a FULL BATH plus a great backyard! A.B May Gold HOME WARRANTY PROVIDED!

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Spacious OP Home

Truly unique 1.5 story home. Hardwood floors, 5 bedrooms with 3 on the main level. Kitchen boasts 2 dishwashers, double ovens, gas cooktop, 12X8 butler's pantry. Fabulous location, close to everything! Large private lot.

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Updated In Waldo

Charm from top-to-bottom & waiting for you! Great space! Totally updated main &upper level bathrooms. Fresh interior paint. Original hdwds. Spacious living room w/ beautiful fireplace. Open up the doors to the delightfully inviting screen-in porch & you've just doubled your entertaining space! Well equipped, updated kitchen and a large dining area. Check out the park across the street. WOW! screened-in porch.

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Better Than New Northland

Amazing Corner Lot w/ ALL the Bells & Whistles!! Fantastic Finishes Throughout This Lightly Lived In Split Level Home w/ Open Floor Plan!! Frieze Carpet and Hardwood Floors Throughout. Granite Counters w/ Stainless Appliances in Spacious Kitchen w/ Large Island. 2 Living Spaces - Great for Entertaining. Large Covered Deck Over Looking Nice Yard and Secluded Green Space Beyond! Basement Ready to be Finished w/ Egress Window & Bathroom Stub.

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North KC

Wildwood West is conveniently located between Barry Road & Hwy 152 giving great access & convenient location to all amenities! This home features 3 bed & 3 full baths. You enter the home into the living area w/ vaulted ceiling and fireplace. Head up to the open kitchen/dining area which walks out to a deck overlooking the fenced yard. Down the hall you'll find 2 guest rooms, hall bath & the master suite. Additional entertaining space can be found in the finished walk-out lower level w/ full bath. Subbasement!

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Classic Home in Kansas City

Complete Rehab And Renovation of this Classic Center Hall Colonial Home Includes: Constructed 400 sf Of Living Space Including Master Suite and Mud Room Complete ï¿½To The Studsï¿½ Renovation, New Wiring Throughout And Upgraded 200 amp Service New Plumbing Throughout ï¿½ Including Epoxy Lining of the Sewer Line New Thermal, Energy Efficient Windows New Insulation Throughout New Roof Zoned Heating and Cooling Enlarged Kitchen With Waterfall Island and Carrara Quartz Countertops New Lighting Throughout

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Architecturally Stunning Riss Lake Estate

Lake lot with amazing lake views. Three tier great room with soaring ceilings and walls of floor to ceiling windows throughout the entire main floor. Gourmet kitchen with adjoining hearth room featuring see through fireplace and eat in space and 2 tier deck off kitchen. Main floor master with private deck, fireplace, with built in shelving and en suite bath. Second level features bonus loft. Finished walk out basement with bar and fireplace. Gorgeous home!

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Exceptional Piece of Kansas City History

Built in 1909, designed by Architect, Shelby H Kurfiss. The Colonial Revival Veranda & Second level Terrace provide sweeping views of Harrison Parkway. The Entry Hall is open to the Formal Dining Room, Parlor & a Staircase with Curved Glass Eight-Foot Windows. The Staircase curves inside a Round Turret with a Conical Roof. Architectural features include Columns * Crown Moldings * Box Beams! Coming soon - 2nd-floor washer and dryer hookups

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Fabulous Space & Privacy Minutes from Plaza

A traditional home in a mature community just minutes from the Plaza will check all your boxes. Lots of green space and room to relax. Beautiful well equipped kitchen, gleaming Hardwoods, spacious bedrooms. Room on the main floor to bump out the back & turn the large extra room into a dream master suite. You're going to love this one! Don't waste a minute getting to this one; it will be gone before you know it. Excellent neighborhood and unbelievable lot in Fairway. Hurry!! W/D hookups moved to main lvl. New: HVAC, alarm system, bsmt draining system, invisible fence. Fresh int paint in most rooms. GORGEOUS!

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Great Waldo Location

CUTE 1.5 story home located in sought after Waldo! Large, bright living room leading to formal dining room and fully updated kitchen with granite countertops and ceramic tile! Large bedrooms, including upper level master suite with large walk-in closet and full bath! Spacious full basement, plus rare attached one-car garage! Sit outside on the screened in porch overlooking large backyard with privacy fence! In a great neighborhood near shops and restaurants in Waldo and Brookside!

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Wornall Head Turner!

This home has the WOW factor! Incredible multiple outdoor Entertaining spaces! Wrap around deck, sprinkler sys in front & back. Fantastic indoor living space will impress you the minute you step inside the front door. Beautiful wood floors, newer windows w/ lots of light! Open & inviting floor plan, updated kit & baths. Glorious master bedroom suite has lg sitting room, fabulous master bath with double vanity/walk in closet & nice private martini Deck. Priv drive with true 3 car garage! Utilities on second floor!

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Beautiful remodeled home!

Spacious 2 story w/all 4 bedrooms up. Freshly painted inside & out, new granite countertops in kitchen & baths. Brand new plumbing fixtures & lighting throughout. All new flooring & refinished hardwood floors. New 2.5” wood blinds. Large walkout basement leads to fenced backyard. One block from the neighborhood pool!

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South Kansas City Retreat

Relax and enjoy this rustic retreat. Impressive great room overlooking a private lake. Beautiful kitchens on both levels. Main floor master. Large walk-out basement.

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A True Gem

MOVE IN READY! Over 3 acres of stunning beauty & privacy! Don't miss out on this updated 1.5 story w/ finished walkout lower level & pool! Your private oasis awaits w/ mature trees & open space! Home features main floor Master Suite, Office, Living Room, 2 Bonus Rooms on 2nd floor, over-sized main gar. as well as a detached 2 car gar. & so much more! The finished lower level offers a wet bar, rec room, sitting room, pool table, shuffle board table, fireplace & hobby room! Relax/entertain by the salt water pool too!

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Johnson County Dream Home

Wrap this one up and put a bow on it! Gorgeous home w/soaring ceilings, kitchen w/granite, travertine, pantry, gas cook-top, island, HW's - all open to the breakfast area and hearth w/cozy FP for those chilly days ahead. Mstr w/sitting room and ensuite newly remodeled w/cathedral ceiling, WI shower, jetted tub and massive walk-in closet! Basement w/custom bar from Europe, built-ins, sink, dishwasher, fridge and full size oven. Beautiful views of the lake and a backyard oasis w/one of the biggest lots in the area.

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Kansas City Hyde Park Stunner

4BR, 3.5 Bath, and 2 car garage

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Prairie Point Perfection

Warm and inviting, open concept two story home!! This home makes it so easy to entertain! Enjoy the gourmet kitchen with granite counters, huge island, pantry & abundant cabinetry, open to spacious living room. Hardwood floors in kitchen, mud room, living & dining room. Fabulous master suite w/tray ceiling with indirect lighting, large walk in closet, jetted tub, walk in shower & tiled floors. Surround system in basement. Washer/dryer stay. Sprinkler system & wrought iron fence make the yard easy to care for!

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Brilliant Overland Park Family Home

Gorgeous home! Spacious and tasteful decor throughout. Located in Overland Park and the Blue Valley School District.

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Unbelievable Remodeled Westport Home

3 bed, 2 bath in Westport area.

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Spectacular Overland Park Gem

You have to see it to believe it! You want the main level wide open? This may be to your liking. Main level offers formal dining, wet bar, fireplace, and updated kitchen that is perfect for entertaining. Home also offers thermal windows, hardwood flooring, updated bathrooms and 2 master suites. All this and much more awaits in this private Wycliff home.

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Updated Two Story Kansas City Beauty

This updated home has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a single car garage.

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Outstanding Liberty Estate

Must see and move in ready! Open concept family/dinning rook with hardwood floors, fireplace, lots of natural light. East in kitchen with NEW granite counter tops, dishwasher and Range which overlook a wood deck and large backyard. First floor with master suite with double vanity, spacious closet. Three rooms upstairs off large common area perfect for an office or play area. Walk-out finished basement hosts a second living area, bedroom, and a full bath. Laundry on the first floor with a washer and dryer that stay with property. HAs new carpet, fresh paint, and lots of storage.

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Kansas City Classic

ADORABLE! Completely updated inside and out! New wood floors, light fixtures, bathrooms, carpet, paint, appliances, countertops and plumbing. Exterior has new paint, all new windows, landscaping and brand new roof/gutters! Make yourself at home in this super cute and clean Bungalow. Second living room upstairs with second full bath. Master bedroom is HUGE, has cedar accent wall and walk in closet. Basement is very clean with painted floors, walls and duct work. Close to all the new urban shops and breweries.

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SUCCESS STORIES

Kansas City, KS

"ONLY WALLS AND FLAWS TO LOOK AT"

This flip property was on the market for over 200 days. They dropped the price twice during that time. When a house is empty there is not much to look at but walls and flaws. Furniture shows people how they can live and makes it feel like a home, not just a house. After it was staged, the home was relisted it at the original price and...still got $7,000 more than they were asking!!

Olathe, KS

"NO NEGATIVE FEEDBACK ON FLOORING"

After being on the market for 60 days with no offers, the owners decided to rent it out for a year. When the new agent came to put it on the market she had heard that the two-tone wood floors were an issue for many Buyers. They neutralized the wall color before we came in. Buyers wouldn't be bothered by the flooring once rugs and furniture were in place. The agent agreed once she saw it staged. The home went under contract in 2 days.

Overland Park, KS

"WALL COLOR IS NOT THE ISSUE"

This lovely home was on the market for over 300 days. A lot of feedback was negative regarding the wall color...it was grey but on the bluish side. Although we help with home updates that include painting, we did not think it was necessary here. The agent had never used staging before and we told her the color would not be an issue once it was staged. Our reasoning proved to be true because the home went under contract 5 days after it was staged.

Leawood, KS

"HOME SOLD FOR WAY OVER ASKING PRICE"

"When I was the 4th realtor to try to sell a home (that had 2 contracts fall through) in Leawood Estates, I knew that trying to list it vacant was not going to cut the cheese. I needed it staged and staged to the hilt! What I got in return was way beyond what I had imagined. I actually considered purchasing the home for myself when I walked in. My seller actually cried when we toured the finished product. The home had more showings in one week than it had seen in the previous almost 18 months of trying to sell it. I had Realtors reaching out to me consistently to find out who my stager was. Long story short... The home sold for way over asking price. Everyone asks me what was the game changer? Staging... and not just any staging... ShowHomes! The entire experience was marvelous from set up to tear down. They even worked around making sure the house was still staged for the final walk through 10 out of 5 stars. Thank you for making me look like a rockstar!" Ray Hawk - Leawood

Overland Park, KS

UNDER CONTRACT IN 2 DAYS AFTER 70 DAYS WITHOUT STAGING

This older home had been on the market for over 70 days. They decided to take it off the market for 3 months to reset the "days on market". They decided to stage it before they put it on the market again. This time, it went under contract in 2 days.

Prairie Village, KS

"HOMES SELL FOR TOP DOLLAR"

The realtor for this home knew that it was too 'lived in' to go on the market as is. They already had neutral paint everywhere so we just came in with furniture and accessories and it was under contract in 2 days. "Reason my homes sell for top dollar. Showhomes is a must! " Sharon Aubuchon

BECOME A HOME MANAGER

Luxury living is no longer for the rich and famous.

Live Large. Spend Small. Be a Showhomes Executive Home Manager. Our Signature Service.

As a Showhomes Executive Home Manager you enjoy the good life for less, living in and maintaining a luxury home in show-to-sell condition. Your style and fine furniture add value to an upscale home on the market while you save a bundle-up to half of what it would normally cost to live in the house-with no long term lease obligation.

MEDIA AND BLOG

'The Best Purchase I Made for My New House'

Budding Showhomes Franchisees Breathe New Life into an Existing Asheville, North Carolina Location

Don and Kathi O'Rock signed on to franchise with the home staging brand after seeing the success of their friends in the same business.

Why Realtors Love Working with Showhomes

The real estate market is red-hot right now with historically low mortgage rates and a global pandemic driving wealthy workers from cities, and, thanks to Showhomes, Realtors are seeing bigger offers coming in faster than ever before.

COVID-19 Inspires Career Change for New Showhomes Franchisees

After gaining new perspectives during the pandemic, two Nashville, Tennessee-based attorneys decided to buy into the home staging franchise to fulfill their dreams of business ownership.

New Franchisee Yasmin Buale Signs on to Bring Showhomes to the Central Denver Market

After deciding to look into a new opportunity that showcased her expertise in business and passion for home design, the former Nordstrom stylist was attracted to the home staging brand because of its business model and strong corporate support.

Gaining Momentum: Showhomes Experiences Growth Spurt in July

In spite of a tough economy, Showhomes capitalizes on its ability to provide services remotely to have a strong end to Q2.

Staging franchises are booming as home listings are drawing more attention

As an essential service Showhomes continues to thrive despite a global pandemic.

Showhomes Franchisees Chris and Lisa Gulliver Stage NFL Quarterback Philip Rivers' Home

In addition to staging the luxury San Diego home, the Gullivers hired contractors to undertake some light remodeling to elevate the property's overall value.

How Showhomes Is Supporting Franchisees and Pivoting as an Essential Business

Showhomes is rolling out new initiatives as the real estate brand stays open for business in all locations nationwide amid COVID-19.

Leanne Gemma Followed Her Entrepreneurial Spirit to Franchise with Showhomes

As a long-time real estate investor, the Showhomes franchisee felt that the brand would be a perfect fit for her experience.

New Showhomes Franchisee Uchenna Okwodu Ready to Serve West Hills, California Market

The former banking executive and home decor enthusiast was attracted to the brand due to its business model and strong corporate support.

Showhomes Philadelphia-Area Franchisees Monica Estes and Allyson Piccolomini Attribute Major Growth to Careful Planning and Relationship Building

The aunt-and-niece duo won several awards at the brand's most recent annual conference and put several processes in place to guarantee sustained success in 2020.

Showhomes Closes Banner Year in 2019 Setting Record For Best Systemwide Revenue in Company History

After concluding the year up 32% in gross revenue, the luxury real estate service franchise is entering a new decade climbing toward the top of the $99 billion home services industry.

Why Franchising With Showhomes Was a Ticket to the 'American Dream' For Franchisees Marie and Yann Bonnet

When the Bonnets decided to relocate from Europe to Southern California in pursuit of owning and operating their own business, Showhomes and its family-like atmosphere presented itself as a golden opportunity.

Newly Minted Showhomes Franchisees Michael and Renee Douglas Prepare For Business in Michigan

The Douglases found a strong culture fit and a warm, family-like atmosphere with the home staging franchise.

Ray Hawk (Leawood KS)

When I was the 4th realtor to try to sell a home (that had 2 contracts fall through) in Leawood Estates, I knew that trying to list it vacant was not going to cut the cheese. I needed it staged and staged to the hilt! What I got in return was way beyond what I had imagined. I actually considered purchasing the home for myself when I walked in. My seller actually cried when we toured the finished product. The home had more showings in one week than it had seen in the previous almost 18 months of trying to sell it. I had Realtors reaching out to me consistently to find out who my stager was. Long story short... The home sold for way over asking price. Everyone asks me what was the game changer? Staging... and not just any staging... ShowHomes! The entire experience was marvelous from set up to tear down. They even worked around making sure the house was still staged for the final walk through 10 out of 5 stars. Thank you for making me look like a rockstar!

Michael Williams (Lee's Summit MO)

Very fashionably decorated staging. Nicely done

Ben Harder (Olathe KS)

Easy to work with

Andrea Solar (Kansas City MO)

I like how easy you were to work with! You kept my house nice and presentable!

Simone Chambers (KS)

The variety of homes, attention to detail and assistance when needed has been phenomenal.

Gail Miskew (Leawood KS)

Made the house look warm and inviting

Richard Beleutz (KS)

Cheryl Lynn Thomas was incredible person to work with. She went over and above to meet our needs to keep our home is "show" condition. She exceeded our expectations in meeting and greeting contractors, potential buyers, and real estate agents at our home. This was essential to us as we presently live out of State. She also went out of her way to make our final house transaction smooth at the height of the COVID-19 crisis. We are very grateful! Thank you

Sharon Aubochon (KS)

My homes sell faster staged and with a home manager.

Ray Hawk (Leawood KS)

The services were professional, completely beautiful and altered the entire listing. The home was vacant and three different realtors tried to sell it unsuccessfully and this has changed everything. Thank you Showhomes.

Mary Jo Sedlacek (Lenexa KS)

Cheryl Lynn & Lee Ann were amazing!!! Our home never looked better, Iâ€™m rather sad to admit, but it was just what was needed to sell our home quickly. â˜ºï¸ They were professional, courteous, very easy to work with, understanding and made the whole process seamless!

Hanish Kumar (Kansas City MO)

The most I liked about service is faster service and decoration.

Sharon Aubochon (KS)

Reason my homes sell for top dollar. Showhomes is a must!

Ann McArthur (KS)

What do I like about your services? Cheryl Lynn Thomas is what I like. She is the person I dealt with and she is great! She is personable, efficient, energetic, straight forward, and also has great sense of humor.

Gail Miskew (Leawood KS)

I think furniture is very tasteful and fits the room sizes. Like that you have provided a home manager, means I don't have to go over to home I'm selling every day.

Cory Stewart (KS)

Smooth transition from a vacant home to a sold one!

Sara Powell Moody (KS)

Show homes really helps sell a listing. This is the second time I've used Show Homes and both homes sold quickly once the staging was ready. Excellent service with Show Homes, super responsive management.

Cory Stewart (KS)

Easy to work with, staging and rehab were great!

Michael Riggins (Pleasant Hill MO)

Every thing the whole package is perfect Main reason it sold fast

Deborah Simpson (KS)

Great properties and professional service

Fernando Garcia Jr (KS)

Cheryl Lynn is the best

Vicki Lee Tomblinson (Lee's Summit MO)

House was staged promptly. Looked terrific and no sign of previous owner's presence or character. I like that someone lived in the house during my absence, to keep it show-ready. Small details were subtle but helpful. Color theme wasn't what I would have thought of, but must have been the right choice---because best of all, the house sold in three days!

David Mason (Liberty MO)

They staged more of the house than we discussed, and did a great job doing it.

Mike & Diane Lampton (KS)

Communication is the key to all successful relationships. Keeping us updated all the time has been vital to building the relationship between ShowHomes and the Lamptons.

Deborah Simpson (KS)

Very personalized, professional and quality service and management. Quality work and execution

Charles Dillon (De Soto KS)

It Works!

Christa McClain (Riverside CA)

Cheryl was very attentive to the smallest details. She really alleviated the stress of selling a property.

Layton Hein (KS)

Living on the west side of KC in some very nice homes.

Alex Goering (KS)

Responsive and helpful. VERY patient. House looks great. Thanks for all you do!

jean scott (KS)

Friendly service everything they do is really great

Gerg Hardin (Shawnee KS)

The impact on the visuals of our house was immediate. It went from an empty house to "wow." Our feedback responses changed from generally negative to incredibly positive from the moment the house was staged by Showhomes. Incredibly valuable service, will use again if it's ever available where I'm living!

Christa McClain (Riverside CA)

Professionalism.

Charles Dillon (De Soto KS)

They did a GREAT job staging our house...they were very easy to work with..a â€œTurn-keyâ€ decision.

Joyce Cook (KS)

The staging is awesome, fast, and efficient! No worries about how the home will look after it is decorated.

Layton Hein (KS)

They are friendly and very helpful.

Atlantic Pacific Capital, LLC (Kansas City MO)

Kent Welch conducts his business with the highest professionalism. We have used Showhomes of KC on multiple occasions and the quality and quantity of service, staging and the home managers have been outstanding.

Michael Hagen (KS)

Great Value overall..... Security by having on premises management

Jennifer (Flaspohler) Hill (KS)

Wow Cheryl and Showhomes went above and beyond to help with some updates and staging that gave us the ability to sell this home. So thankful for all of their help and expertise! I would suggest to future clients.

Michael Hagen (KS)

Great value, great staging.....good leadership!

Sharon Aubochon (KS)

No home should ever be listed vacant. Showhomes brings top dollars to my listings

Cnb Services (KS)

The staging is amazing. The whole process has been very smooth and efficient. Nice job!

Sara Powell Moody (KS)

The staging was excellent and done quickly.. we had been on market for over 60 days and within one week had a viable offer.

Sharon Aubochon (KS)

Showhomes helps my homes sell quickly

Rick Zeitun (KS)

Showhomes is an important part of our business. We fully believe that a properly staged home shows better and sells quicker. You won't find a better stager or program. We love working with Kent and Leanne. They provide great service and are very reliable. 5 Stars. Rick Zeitun Prime KC Homes, LLC

Rick Zeitun (KS)

Exceptional customer service.

Shelly Lockett (KS)

Kent and the team are very easy to work with and always available to answer any questions.

Sharon Aubochon (KS)

My listings sell faster! Buyers don't think you have a vacant home and a desperate seller. All listings should be staged.

George Medina (KS)

Company was very responsive to my clients needs. Very professional and were quick about staging the right furniture in the home so it would show better and help us get an offer. I'm very pleased with their services and would highly recommend them to others. I like that they place someone in the home so that it's not vacant. George Medina

William Vandever (KS)

Attention to detail.

Sharon Aubochon (KS)

Gets my listings sold fast and for top dollar!

shelly lockett (KS)

Great opportunity to help others sell their house in a cost effective way.

Tom Wolfe (Peculiar MO)

Easily to deal with to set up the agreement and staging, thrilled with how you stage the property and love the results of selling the property within days at near my asking price.

Rudy Langer (Liberty MO)

The person that runs it did a great job!

beth epperson (KS)

The program design and structure is Outstanding! I have referred at least a dozen clients and friends to this program Nationally! The best part of my experience has been working with Kent and his team. They are the true definition of WORLD CLASS SERVICE! As a single mom working full time as a business owner, I meet with most clients face to face. It has truly been a gift to have the option of meeting with them In the house we manage everyday! Showhomes KC has allowed me the luxury & flexibility of living and working in a furnished space that I would NOT be able to duplicate on my own. Not only has Showhomes KC helped my kids and I bond more closely, it has provided space to grow my Business as well! Everyday that I have been blessed to wake up in this house, I give thanks for another 24 hour opportunity to work toward owning a place like this one day!

Cathy Heitzman (KS)

The staging was excellent and helped show off my home in the best possible light. I loved that I didn't have to worry about utilities or yard work. And Kent made everything run smoothly, and it was wonderful to work with him.

Michael Falgiani (KS)

Excellent service with amazing attention to detail!

Rick Zeitun (KS)

Kent is terrific. Great communication and service.

Cynthia Duncan (KS)

Showhomes did a wonderful job of staging a home with a very unique basement layout. I truly believe the Showhome staging made all the difference in helping us sell this home!

Atlantic Pacific Capital, LLC (Kansas City MO)

Professional staging and services. Kent Welch provides the highest quality and quantity of service and our properties sell quickly!

beth epperson (KS)

The opportunity to raise my children in a safe neighborhood where they are accepted at a quarter of the cost of buying a house . Kent is amazing to work with, he always see's the positive in every situation and supports his home managers. I have referred two people to him who would love to be a part of show homes KC.

Cathy Heitzman (KS)

Kent was wonderful to work with, and the stager did a phenomenal job. Our HMs are great also, very helpful and accommodating. So far, my experience has been better than expected. Very pleased.

Chuck Gorodetzky (Kansas City MO)

Services provided were what was proposed. All contact was easy, requests were attended to in a timely manner, payments (e.g. utilities, as agreed) were always prompt.

Tom Wolfe (KS)

Responsiveness, communication and quality of job on the staging with good furniture. Sold Lee's Summit property for a good price within a week of staging it after I had it on the market for almost 4 weeks and receiving 2 low-ball offers. Currently staging my Leawood property and it looks fantastic. Thanks.

michael quijas (KS)

Showhomes Kansas City is a unique service that I highly recommend to anyone selling a home. From staging, upgrades, or an entire face-lift, Showhomes Kansas City provides an invaluable service that lessens the load. More importantly, they help sellers get the most money out of their home. After partnering with Showhomes Kansas City, a knowledgeable industry leader, I guarantee you'll feel like you have a friend in the biz!

Robert Richardson (KS)

Clean, on time, friendly, professional

wesley pennington (KS)

Sell your home with showhomes

Prime KC HOMES LLC Gene Oharah (Lenexa KS)

Everything! The look of the houses staged. The peace of mind of nonvacant. Basically the win win,win. We get a house beautifully staged with a manager living in the home so we don have to worry about an empty house. The managers pay the utilities, keep the yards up and the snow removed and leave the property in the condition it was when they moved in. If there is a problem, Showhomes will fix, no questions ask. The place is ready to be shown at anytime. With out small fee not paid until the home closes is basically no out of pocket money and if the house doesn't sell in 3 or 4 months, we have basically gotten it staged for free if you count the trips checking and worrying about an empty property, paying utilities, yard up keep and snow removal. When there is a showing, the managers light them up as we wish and have them clean and show ready. That's the win for us. The second win is for the managers. They basically live in the property for 1/2 price rent in a top knot have property. It's not for everybody but like for divorced women that want to maintain a certain status but the funding just isn't there any longer, with a little effort they can do so. The third win is Showhomes. They do have expenses in staging and supplementing furniture but basically they are getting 1/2 price rent and an agreed percentage of the sale price when it closes, with no investment in property. It is the only business that is generally a win for everyone involved. In this case, the property owners, the managers and Showhomes. I would recommend them to anyone and I do! If Kent can keep Rick and I content, it's a pretty good deal. We use Showhomes on most houses. When we don't is when we sell them before getting them done. Great Job Kent.

wesley pennington (KS)

HOME LOOKED AMAZING, BEST FEEDBACK I HAVE EVER HAD ON MY HOME

Don Bradley (KS)

Quick and convenient

Bill Hightower (KS)

Kent took a Hugh work load off my sellers back as well as mine. This was a second home for my seller and was already furnished but was not show ready. Kent went through the home and chose a few of the sellers items to use but took the majority to a consignment shop for my seller and even put the items the seller wanted to keep in storage. He then helped coordinate painters for a couple of rooms. Brought in a ton of his own furniture and fixtures and a designer to stage the home. During this time he arranged for a home manager which moved in a few days before we listed. All went perfectly and our house went under contract to the third looker in only 17 days!! I have already been bragging and recommending Show Homes and Home staging as well as Kent to everyone I talk too! My seller is happy and commented on the Excellent Job Show Homes did and that he could not believe his house sold so quickly. Thanks a million!! Bill Hightower-ReeceNichols Realtors Excelsior Springs

Sharon Aubochon (KS)

My listings sell fast

Linda Curry (KS)

I enjoyed my time as a home manager. Kent was very professional and always available to answer any questions. The furnishings were great and easy to maintain. A truly enjoyable experience.

Chuck Gorodetzky (Kansas City MO)

Generally issues (e.g. reimbursement of utilities) are handled promptly and accurately. Communications have been easy. House is well staged.

Sharon Aubochon (KS)

my homes sell fast!

David Hahn (KS)

Good communication, prompt, responsive.

marcia cox (KS)

I like the very friendly service and the opportunity to live in a nice house while helping get it sold. I live in one city and work in another during the week, so it helped me to get a rental home at a decent price, and get help furnishing it with very nice furnishings, in exchange for just keeping it ready to show, and that is a great excuse to keep a clean house. I like thatI am helping the owner get it sold, and then I get to move to a new home for sale, and help decorate and care for it. I love it!

Heidi Robinson (Overland Park KS)

We loved that we had someone watching our house as we live out of state. Kent was very responsive and was always on top of any issues.

michelle guthrie (overland park KS)

Attention to detail. Quick response

Paula Hepin (KS)

Very friendly and professional.

Todd Rhodes (KS)

It matches my needs near perfectly in not requiring a lengthy lease and - depending on availability - properties are very acceptable. I think above all though, is the ease of working with Kent Welch; a gentleman in every respect. I am extremely pleased with my relationship with Showhomes of Kansas City.

Paul Gerni (KS)

Friendly and cooperative, anxious to please agents and eventual homebuyers by providing staging and home managers to further keep the valued property in show condition.

Sharon Aubochon (KS)

Kent and Showhomes does an amazing job. Any agent or seller that does not take 15 minutes to understand this amazing program is truly missing out. It is a total "no-brainer."

Chuck Gorodetzky (Kansas City MO)

Efficient, communicative. Nice job on staging the home.

Sharon Aubochon (KS)

Kent and Ed, Professional, amazing with the clients and help my homes sell!

Hughes Development Company (Kansas City KS)

The Kansas City Team were gave quick responds in solving challenges. I believe the professional staging helped the home sell faster.

CornerStone Bank (KS)

Showhomes Kansas City goes above and beyond finding the right home managers for our properties. Kent's strong attention to detail and his commitment to our success in selling our properties will keep us a client!

Michele Davis (KS)

Great Staging! Wonderful program for sellers.

Jeff Basler (Kansas City MO)

Excellent communication between Showhomes and our firm. Staging along with furniture brings to a house an element that we simply cannot create with an empty home. A home manager adds value such that all the minor issues that are always found during inspection come to surface so that we're able to take action early thus eliminating long inspection reports.

0 Cathie (KS)

The whole process was exceptional from beginning to end!

Michael Hale (KS)

Personal attention to detail, and excellent staging.

Jeff Basler (Kansas City MO)

Showhomes is a cost effective way to add immediate value to our inventory of real estate. The furniture looks fantastic and the process was seamless.

Shelleen Wienke (KS)

The houses always sell for more and sell more quickly. The seller wins, the home manager wins and the agent also wins!

Stacy Pulse (KS)

Unique opportunity first of all but I am VERY happy with the timely response from Showhomes when issues have come about.

Suzy Goldstein, Better Homes and Gardens, Kansas City Homes (KS)

Showhomes stages and decorates vacant home with "Today's" furnishings and accessory decor, then they add a screened home manager to keep the home fresh, clean, and ready to show.

Damon Earnshaw, The Earnshaw Group, Reece & Nichols (KS)

When a home is vacant, buyers make low-ball offers, hoping to take advantage of an owner they think is desperate to sell. Furnished, decorated homes strike an emotional chord, and buyers make premium offers.

Michelle Guthrie, Cornerstone Bank (Overland Park KS)

Showhomes has helped us sell many homes. We really appreciate how they transform our vacant homes into fully staged homes that stand out compared to the competition. We also like the fact that our insurance costs drop dramatically.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is home staging?
When a home is "staged", it's furnished and decorated in a way that's carefully designed to maximize the home's appeal to prospective buyers.
What benefits does home staging offer to a Homeowner?
A properly staged home has just the right quality and quantity of furnishings for a buyer to understand how rooms function and how spaces flow. Staging creates warmth, life, and positive emotion. Good staging avoids clutter or overly personalized decor that might be a turn-off to some. It maximizes the home's strengths while minimizing any shortcomings. Staging engages prospective buyers, increases their interest and perception of value. A prospective buyer becomes more likely to buy!
Do you provide staging services for owner-occupied homes?
Yes, we are a full service staging organization and can provide help for homes that are occupied either for sale or for those who just want to update the look of their property.
What is a Home Manager?
A Home Manager is an individual or family who assists Showhomes by living in a Showhome and caring for it while it's on the market. Showhomes painstakingly selects and trains each Home Manager in accordance with the system we've developed through three decades of experience.
Why would I use a Home Manager to help sell my home?
A Home Manager benefits the Homeowner by caring for the home and reducing the Homeowner's carrying costs. Some examples of carrying costs that a Home Manager would cover would be utilities, gas, water, and the ability to take advantage of the savings of our national insurance program. The Home Manager helps in the sales effort by readying the house for showings and through the added life and emotional appeal their belongings contribute. Homes staged with live-in Home Managers typically out-perform vacant homes by large margins.
Is a Home Manager present during showings?
No, Home Managers are not present during showings. Prospective buyers won't know that your home is even staged; it will simply look and feel like a homeowner lives in and loves the home. Everything is in its place and your home shows as well or better than it would if you still lived there.
How is Showhomes different from others who offer staging services?
Life sells homes. Buying a home is an emotional decision for most people and Showhomes is unique in the way it helps to sell homes. Using a live in Home Manager assures you that the entire home is staged to perfection and that it is always tuned up and in show-to-sell condition. Because of this, your home is far less vulnerable to low-ball offers than it would be if it were simply staged with furniture.
Does Showhomes act as a Realtor?
No. Showhomes provides staging services that make your home far more attractive to prospective buyers. Almost all Showhomes are listed by full-service Realtors. Showhomes does not represent buyers or sellers in the real estate transaction; that is the service your Realtor is trained and licensed to provide.
Does Showhomes offer staging services without Home Managers?
Yes. If you are interested in staging services without a Home Manager contact your local office. Pricing varies by location.
Is smoking allowed in a Showhome?
No. Our promise to homeowners is a smoke free home that appeals to the largest percentage of prospective buyers.
What happens when a Showhome sells?
As soon as you accept an offer, we begin the process of relocating our Home Manager. Unlike a tenant, our Home Managers are under contract to move on short notice and once we succeed in selling your home, we are often ready to begin staging another home. We return your home to you in as good or even better condition than when we received it and the new buyers get a fresh, clean home to move into.
What are the benefits of being a Home Manager?
Flexibility, low housing costs, short or long-term housing solution, no long term committment.
Who provides the furnishings for a Showhome?
A critical requirement of Home Managers is that they have an inventory of fine furniture and accessories that meets our quality standards that they move from house to house. Showhomes supplements furniture as needed for each home.
How can I find out about becoming a Home Manager?
Visit the Home Manager section of our website or click on "Locations" to talk to your local representative.
How can I learn more about your services to Homeowners?
Click on the locations page to contact your local representative for a free consultation.
How do Showhomes services benefit a Realtor?
Showhomes helps homeowners and their Realtors sell vacant homes faster and for higher prices. In today's market, staging a home with a live-in Home Manager can steeply reduce the amount of time the home sits on the market and bring in offers far above what a homeowner would get if the home remained vacant. For a Realtor, this means less hassle, faster sale, higher commission and a happier homeowner.
Is there any cost to the Realtor?
No. Showhomes is free to Realtors.
How can I learn more about your services to Realtors?
Click on the locations page to contact your local representative for a free consultation.
How are home showings arranged?
Realtors who use us often comment that Showhomes are the easiest to show; often they are easier to show than owner-occupied homes. All Showhomes are available to show by appointment. Simply call the local Showhomes contact and make the showing appointment and we'll ensure that the home is available to show.
What markets does Showhomes serve?
Showhomes is growing! To see what markets we serve, click on the Locations page.
How can I learn more about Showhomes franchise opportunities?
Showhomes is a fun and exciting business that helps others. If you have a love of real estate and people, click on the Franchise Opportunities page or visit showhomesfranchise.com for more information.

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FRANCHISE OWNER IN KANSAS CITY

We would be delighted to put our real estate savvy and the Showhomes proven business model to work for you. Whether you are a homeowner, realtor, developer or prospective home manager, we have the services and resources you need. The Showhomes team includes experts in marketing luxury properties, staging homes for maximum impact, placing and training home managers and helping homeowners get the most value.

Bryan Thomas
General Manager
Phone: (816) 703-7752
Email: Bthomas@showhomes.com
Kent Welch
Franchise Owner
Phone: (913) 449-4555
Email: kwelch@showhomes.com
Leanne Zumbrunnen
Principal Stager
Phone: (913) 209-4318
Email: lszumb@gmail.com
Edward Lothamer
Sales Representative
Phone: (407) 401-7722
Email: showhomeskc@gmail.com
Ryan Welch
Phone:
Email: Ryanwelch913@comcast.net


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ABOUT US

Showhomes: What We Do

Bryan Thomas

Kent Welch

Leanne Zumbrunnen

Edward Lothamer

Ryan Welch

SERVICES

HOME MANAGER STAGING

HOME STAGING

HOME RESTYLES

HOME UPDATING

PORTFOLIO

BEFORE & AFTER

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Perfect Village

Everything You Expect In JoCo

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Heart of OP

Spacious OP Home

Updated In Waldo

Better Than New Northland

North KC

Classic Home in Kansas City

Architecturally Stunning Riss Lake Estate

Exceptional Piece of Kansas City History

Fabulous Space & Privacy Minutes from Plaza

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Beautiful remodeled home!

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A True Gem

Johnson County Dream Home

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Prairie Point Perfection

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Unbelievable Remodeled Westport Home

Spectacular Overland Park Gem

Updated Two Story Kansas City Beauty

Outstanding Liberty Estate

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SUCCESS STORIES

"ONLY WALLS AND FLAWS TO LOOK AT"

"NO NEGATIVE FEEDBACK ON FLOORING"

"WALL COLOR IS NOT THE ISSUE"

"HOME SOLD FOR WAY OVER ASKING PRICE"

UNDER CONTRACT IN 2 DAYS AFTER 70 DAYS WITHOUT STAGING

"HOMES SELL FOR TOP DOLLAR"

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MEDIA AND BLOG

'The Best Purchase I Made for My New House'

Budding Showhomes Franchisees Breathe New Life into an Existing Asheville, North Carolina Location

Why Realtors Love Working with Showhomes

COVID-19 Inspires Career Change for New Showhomes Franchisees

New Franchisee Yasmin Buale Signs on to Bring Showhomes to the Central Denver Market

Gaining Momentum: Showhomes Experiences Growth Spurt in July

Staging franchises are booming as home listings are drawing more attention

Showhomes Franchisees Chris and Lisa Gulliver Stage NFL Quarterback Philip Rivers' Home

How Showhomes Is Supporting Franchisees and Pivoting as an Essential Business

Leanne Gemma Followed Her Entrepreneurial Spirit to Franchise with Showhomes

New Showhomes Franchisee Uchenna Okwodu Ready to Serve West Hills, California Market

Showhomes Philadelphia-Area Franchisees Monica Estes and Allyson Piccolomini Attribute Major Growth to Careful Planning and Relationship Building

Showhomes Closes Banner Year in 2019 Setting Record For Best Systemwide Revenue in Company History

Why Franchising With Showhomes Was a Ticket to the 'American Dream' For Franchisees Marie and Yann Bonnet

Newly Minted Showhomes Franchisees Michael and Renee Douglas Prepare For Business in Michigan

REVIEWS

Ray Hawk (Leawood KS)

Michael Williams (Lee's Summit MO)

Ben Harder (Olathe KS)

Andrea Solar (Kansas City MO)

Simone Chambers (KS)

Gail Miskew (Leawood KS)

Richard Beleutz (KS)

Sharon Aubochon (KS)

Ray Hawk (Leawood KS)

Mary Jo Sedlacek (Lenexa KS)