Five Tips to Sell you house quickly and for more Money!

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May 10, 2023 8 min read
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Do you want to sell your home for top dollar? In this in-depth guide, we will tell you how to do exactly that! Selling a house can be a tricky.

Do you want to sell your home for top dollar? In this in-depth guide, we will tell you how to do exactly that!

Selling a house can be a tricky business. While it might seem simple, it’s much more than uploading a listing to Realtor.ca. You need to have a proper strategy in place, especially when you want to sell it quickly and at the right price.

Preparing house for sale checklist

You need to have your basics covered before getting to more advanced improvements. Generally, your goal should be to:


    • Create a welcoming environment: There is nothing more repulsive for a potential buyer than dirt, clutter, dust, and mess. A clean and clutter-free house grabs buyers’ attention.

    • Keep it simple: You don’t want to hang your family photos and flashy wallpapers on the walls of your house. You want to help prospective buyers imagine themselves in your house.

    • Put yourself in their shoes: Think about what would you like if you were in your ideal buyer’s shoes? What would grab your attention? Keep that in mind while prepping your home.

    • Have showings on demand: Some buyers might not be available at specific times of the day. You want to have a flexible schedule for showings.

    • Minimize Furniture: Remember this: Less furniture will make your rooms look larger. So, declutter your home from


Preparing a house for sale

Selling a house can be a lot of work. The necessary negotiations, setting a realistic price, and managing open houses are a few examples. So, why should you go the extra mile and prepare your house for sale?

Well, for one, cleaner, more appealing homes tend to sell at a higher price. When your home is in pristine condition, buyers tend to pay a premium price for it.

But, where should you start? Let’s talk about that.

Make Necessary Repairs
One of the first things you want to do is, make some important repairs. They could be small as well as big; think about anything that can make or break a deal. Here are some ideas:

Make sure the front door is functional
Have a deep clean
Fix peeling paint or re paint peeled off walls
Fix every leaky faucet
Fix the plumbing, electrical, and foundation issues
If you are not sure about what repairs your home needs, you can always get a pre-listing home inspection from a professional.


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Written & Verified By

Tony Sousa — Licensed GTA Real Estate Broker

Tony Sousa & The SOUSA TEAM (HouseSigma Inc., Brokerage) specialize in data-backed home valuations, negotiation, and residential MLS® advisory across Milton, Oakville, Burlington, Mississauga, Brampton, and the Greater Toronto Area.

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