If you’re starting to consider the idea of selling your home, you might find yourself wondering where all of the time went. It seemed like yesterday you were just moving in, and now another transition is around the corner! Juggling a real estate transaction along with your work and family life can seem hectic.
Fortunately, a tried and true checklist can lead you to a successful and seamless transition. In this post, you’ll discover a few of our insider tips for a successful, profitable sale of your home. We’ll also outline just a few of the benefits when you enlist our experienced team to guide you through the process.
An unbiased assessment of how much your home is worth in today’s market is an excellent first step toward a successful sale. Book your complimentary evaluation with our team right here.
Choose A Realtor Who Puts Clients First
At Sidorova Inwood, our philosophy is that clients come first – always. We also believe that selling a house should be fun instead of stressful, and we’ve developed a comprehensive system to make it all happen.
Nothing can streamline your sale more than up-to-date guidance from an experienced professional who puts your needs first. With this expertise, you will know what updates to perform and where you can save time and money. Even better, you’ll have access to a network of skilled professionals who can handle many of these projects on your behalf.
Brush Up on Your Neighbourhood Knowledge
After living in any neighbourhood for a long time, it’s normal to start taking some of its benefits and amenities for granted. You visit that cozy little coffee shop every day, the beautiful park every weekend, and maybe it goes without saying that your neighbourhood schools are the best in the city.
However, all of that is new to a potential buyer, and they won’t know about how fantastic your community is unless you tell them. Often, it’s the great location that inspires them to make an offer as much as the property itself.
Our real estate agents aren’t just experts in Toronto’s West End; we’re locals ourselves. We’ve made it our business to know our communities and the micro-markets inside and out to help you find the right buyer for your home.
Want to get to know Toronto’s West End even better? You’ll find a treasure trove of knowledge in the posts below:
- 5 Reasons To Love Living in Swansea
- Why We Love Bloor West Village
- 5 Reasons Baby Point is an Incredible Place to Live
Choose Your Listing Price Carefully
The right pricing strategy is one of the most critical components of your entire transaction. If it’s too high or too low, it could mean selling your house slower and earning less than you deserve, or worse, not selling at all.
Our knowledgeable real estate agents understand the importance of doing their homework before setting a price for your home. This process includes a comparative market analysis to see how much other houses are selling for in your area. We’ll also arrange for a pre-listing inspection to spot all of the minor areas of improvement that help you achieve outstanding results.
Use Bold and Innovative Marketing Strategies
Just because a particular formula has always worked to sell houses in the past doesn’t mean it’s the best. It also doesn’t mean it’s applicable in the current market. That’s why our team is constantly innovating and refining our marketing strategy to bring maximum exposure to your listing.
Whether we’re sending email blasts, advertising social media, or mailing out gorgeous print flyers, you can rest assured your home will capture the attention of the highest number of qualified buyers.
Looking for more tips to make buyers fall in love with your home? The posts below will give you some inspiration:
- Quick Guide: Preparing Your Home for the Spring Market
- 5 Landscaping Tips For Home Sellers
- 5 Tips to Make Your Home Irresistible to Young Buyers
Get Your House Show Ready
Now it’s time to get your home ready to impress. You know what that means: Clean, clean, and then clean some more. Scrub every floor, faucet, doorknob and sink until everything sparkles. And, of course, remove every bit of clutter that you can bear to part with.
Besides cleaning, make sure your house passes the sniff test. This is especially critical if you have pets or children. Because you spend so much time in your house, you can become desensitized to the many smells around you.
Have a friend (one who isn’t afraid to speak the truth) walk around and see if they pick up on any unpleasant odours. If they detect anything, be sure to diffuse them before a buyer visits. This could mean an even deeper cleaning, or just opening the windows for an hour or two might do the trick.
Don’t forget the outside of your house. Shaggy lawns and dead flowers are no way to greet potential buyers, and neither is two feet of snow in the driveway. Time spent cutting the grass, pulling out weeds and removing debris pays off in the end. In the winter, be sure all driveways and walkways are salted and clear.
This preparation phase is often the most time-consuming part of the transaction, but our team is here to help once again. We are happy to recommend you to professional cleaners or tradespeople to get your home in immaculate condition in no time.
Selling your house can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. With the help of one of our agents, you can relax, knowing the process is in capable hands while you prepare for your next adventure. Connect with us today at 416-769-3437 or email info@sidorovainwood.com to learn more about our services.
