Home Stager - Version 2.0 Tasks of a Professional Home Stager. One career you may have never heard of is that of home stager. A stager is responsible for preparing homes for sale in order to make the best possible impression on buyers. This practice is becoming so popular there are even reality shows on home and garden television networks related to preparing homes for sale, also known as staging. It is amazing what these pros can do with a home using the resources at their disposal. While some real estate agents may have staging skills, there are actually separate individuals and companies who specialize in staging homes.