What Buyers See That Sellers Don't with Athena Brownson

Athena Brownson is a REALTOR®, home staging expert, former X Games athlete, and apparently someone who has enough stories to keep us talking all day. We talk about what staging really means, why sellers don't always see their homes the way buyers do, and how AI is giving agents some surprisingly useful tools for preparing a property without spending a fortune. You're going to want to hear this.   Key takeaways to listen for Why good staging isn't about making a house look expensive How AI can help agents show sellers what's possible with the home they already have What Athena learned from her years as a professional athlete Why emotional attachment can make preparing a home for sale difficult How agents can find good staging and design professionals in their own markets   Join the Conversation Live Thanks for spending part of your day with me. Every Thursday at 9:00 AM ET, I go live on YouTube to talk through the week's biggest housing and real estate headlines. The best part is hearing your questions and perspectives while we're live. I'd love for you to join the conversation. Subscribe and turn on notifications here: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@LeighBrownSpeaker   I'll see you From the Rooftops.   About Athena Brownson Athena brings a wealth of firsthand insight to the dynamic world of real estate. With nine years of unwavering commitment to her craft, Athena has meticulously refined her negotiation prowess, ensuring that she tirelessly advocates on behalf of her clients to secure the most profitable deals possible.   Connect with Athena Website: athenabrownsonrealtor.com Email: [email protected] Contact Number: +1 (303) 919-9344   About Leigh Brown Leigh Brown is a keynote speaker and leadership expert who helps organizations navigate growth, conflict, and change with clarity and courage. Her message resonates with leaders facing real-world pressure—whether that's housing challenges, organizational friction, or cultural shifts. Her latest book, Next Is Now, equips leaders to stop reacting and start leading with intention. 👉 https://amzn.to/48FKenF 👉 Bring Leigh to your stage: https://leighbrown.com DM Leigh on Instagram: @LeighThomasBrown