How to sell my home fast? How to sell my home for the most amount of money?

Clear Out & Clean Up

You want house-hunters to imagine your house as their own, so clear out the clutter. Remove excess home décor, pack up the collectibles, put away the kids’ toys, and eliminate pet evidence. You’ll also want to clean everything, from the baseboards to the ceilings and every spot in between. In addition, keep the house at a comfortable room temperature.

Update & Upkeep

Impress house-hunters with simple yet visually appealing updates. Inside, consider swapping out old light fixtures, painting dark walls lighter, and replacing dingy carpets. Outside, keep up with your yard work: trim bushes and trees, keep the grass cut or the driveway shoveled, and plant flowers or add greenery for a flattering first impression.

Organize & Categorize

Everything has a place. Arrange furnishings to complement the size, traffic flow and natural light of the room. If you’re not sure, consult a professional stager. You’ll also want to organize all of your paperwork: inspection reports, property disclosures, appliance manuals, etc. Then, categorize them in an easy-to-access binder for quick reference.

Respect & Respond

You may be partial to your home, but not everyone will be. Respect professionals’ (appraiser, inspector, stager, etc.) opinions on what changes can be made to make your home appeal to more people. Don’t be offended by a low offer; respond to the buyer and let them know the offer was too low but that you are serious about accepting a better one.

Choosing the Right Agent for the Job

1. Pricing is a real art. The biggest factor in determining how quickly your home sells is the price, and deciding that price is trickier than it seems. It takes experience and even 1% more for your home can mean thousands to your bottom line.

2. Negotiating is hard. Not just hard to do, but it can feel uncomfortable. You need someone to negotiate fearlessly on your behalf. As a Certified Real Estate Negotiation Expert, I will negotiate your best interest in the transaction.

3. Marketing is more than MLS. To get the most for your home, you need as many buyers interested as possible. According to REALTOR.ca, 82% of real estate sales are the result of agent contacts.

4. Showings and Legal Paperwork. There’s more to the legal side of a home sale than you might think, and showing your own home is not only awkward, it can really complicate your schedule.

5. Risk Mitigation is key: Qualifying the buyer to make sure the transaction closes and to deal with any turbulences during the process.

I will take away the burden of all these things, and work to get your home sold for the best price in the fastest time. After all—you’ve got a life to live.