Selling your home is a major milestone - and it can feel stressful if you're unsure what to expect. With a clear plan and the guidance of an experienced real estate team, the process becomes far more manageable and predictable.
This step-by-step guide will help you prepare, stay organized, and position your home to achieve the best possible sale price.
Before listing your home, clarify your goals.
Are you selling to:
Understanding your priorities - timing, price, flexibility, and desired outcome - helps shape your pricing strategy and marketing plan. Share these goals with your real estate team so we can tailor our approach accordingly.
Setting the right price is one of the most important factors in achieving a strong sale. Pricing too high can limit interest and prolong your time on the market; pricing too low may leave money on the table.
Our role is to:
A well-priced home attracts more buyers, more showings, and ultimately a stronger final result.
Even well-maintained homes often benefit from preparation before hitting the market. Key steps include:
Buyers form impressions quickly - our team will guide you on what to prioritize to showcase your home at its best.
We will create a tailored marketing plan designed to maximize exposure and attract qualified buyers quickly. Our strategy may include:
Our goal is to generate strong and early momentum - typically within the first 1-3 weeks on the market - when interest is highest.
Receiving an offer is exciting, but it's also the beginning of an important decision-making stage.
We will review each offer to ensure:
If the offer terms don't align with your expectations, we can negotiate price, conditions, timelines, or inclusions to help bridge the gap.
Once you decide to move forward with an offer, we will ensure the Agreement of Purchase and Sale includes all key components, such as:
When both parties agree and sign, the contract becomes legally binding. If there are conditions in place, the offer becomes firm once those conditions are fulfilled or waived.
Once the offer is firm, both you and the buyer complete the necessary steps leading up to closing.
This may include:
A few days before closing, we confirm with your lawyer that all paperwork and funds are on track.
Closing day is when ownership officially transfers to the buyer. In Canada, this process is handled by your real estate lawyer, who will:
After closing, we will assist you with any final steps such as:
Once your home has officially closed, you can move confidently into your next chapter - whether that means relocating, upsizing, downsizing, or starting fresh somewhere new.
Knowing that every detail has been handled properly gives you the peace of mind to move forward with confidence.
Once you have sold your home, you’re free to take the next step on your journey. Whether this is relocating to a new city, moving into a larger home, or downsizing and enjoying your life as empty-nesters, knowing all your selling responsibilities have been taken care of will help you achieve peace of mind for your new path.
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