Smart Sellers Create a Plan
A solid home selling plan help you achieve your best home sale price and save you hassle, stress, and money in the process.
Here are 4 questions to help you write an effective home selling plan.
1. What will your next home be?
Get an idea of the area you’d like to live in next and the style of home that will suit your needs.
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What is your budget? Will you rent or buy?
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City or country?
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Style of home - bungalow, apartment, condo?
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Any specific needs - space for pets, single-level floor plan, spare rooms?
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Knowing your needs will help you make the most informed choice for your next home and can help you avoid the costly mistake of moving to place that doesn’t suit your lifestyle.
2. When would you like to move?
Having an approximate timeline to list your home will help you prioritize next steps. Make a note of your ideal timeline as well as your hard deadline.
Knowing approximate dates can also save you money, giving you time to shop for the best price on services like painters and movers, and helping you avoid costly rush fees.
3. What home improvements will you complete?
Buyers in Halifax are discerning: they’ll likely have different tastes than you and less willingness to tolerate your home’s quirks. Minor updates are viewed as a hassle to take on, and this perception can mean that buyers bid lower or don’t bid at all.
Completing repairs before listing is often cheaper and less effort than trying to appease choosy buyers, and ensuring your home is in top condition will yield stronger offers too.
Some important repairs to consider:
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Repairing cracks in the foundation
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Replacing missing roof shingles
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Fresh paint or touch-ups
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4. Who will help?
At some point in your home sale journey, you’ll need to enlist the help of experts. Thinking ahead allows you to solicit recommendations and interview potential candidates for fit and price. Here a few professionals to connect with:
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Lawyer
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Mortgage representative
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Real estate agent – we know who to recommend here! 😉
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Selling your home is less daunting when you have a plan! If you’d like personalized feedback on your home selling plan, book a complimentary consultation with us today!
Unsure of your next steps? Book a 15-minute call to see if we’re a good fit.
