Helpful Information
You may put your home on the market, but try to think of it the way buyers do – as a Residential Property.
This distinction should help keep you in an objective frame of mind, allowing you to deal with the marketing and sale procedures more effectively.
For most families, their home is their largest financial asset, and deciding to sell is a big decision, and involves a great deal of preparation and work.
When you are ready to sell it's important to have an experienced real estate professional handle the details involved in the sale, maximizing the return on your investment. As a experienced Realtor Professional, who has helped many residents sell their homes in Ladysmith, Chemainus, Duncan, and surrounding areas, I know how to handle every aspect of the sales process - from listing, marketing, showcasing, negotiating and getting that Sold Sign, displayed.
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Getting Your House Ready to Sell
When getting your home ready to sell, you need to look at your house in a new way. Think of your house as a product about to go on the market where it is probably competing with brand new housing. It needs to show well – which means clutter-free and well kept. A house that is polished on the surface, shows well, free of clutter, will sell faster than the neighborhood mess, even though both are structurally sound.
Today’s homebuyers lead busy lives and may not be interested in taking on major repairs or improvements upon moving in. You need to make your house a “10”. This document will help you spot what is right and what is not so good about your product. It will give you the opportunity to take corrective action to ensure your house looks fresh, clean and well maintained when the “for sale” sign goes up.
Before putting your house on the market, take the time that is necessary to maximize interior and exterior.
Fix It First
If you need to make improvements to your home, do the work before it goes on the market. Potential buyers are not interested in hearing about your good intentions to look after defects before a transfer of ownership takes place. Even if fix-up work is underway, buyers may not be able to visualize what your home will look like when the work is finished. They will just remember it being in a state of disrepair.
Professional Inspection, Yes Or No?
A serious buyer may want to have a professional home inspector check your house from top to bottom before making an offer. Even though this guide will help you identify problems on your own, the option of hiring a professional home inspector is open to you, as well. If you can afford it, an inspection in advance of putting your home on the market is a good idea. It is your best way of finding and taking care of serious deficiencies before an inspector hired by a potential buyer discovers them.
Upgrades, Renovations, To Increase Home Values...
Increasing your resale value, there is a fine line between making updates and adding immediate resale value to your investment.
Updating Kitchens, Bathrooms, Counter, and Landscaping, bring you immediate resale value Most people perceive bathrooms and Kitchen updates as most
impactful on home resale value, these areas are high - use, high - traffic, and result in a high level of interest.
Kitchens will give you one of the biggest returns on your investment.
Landscaping, go low maintenance, the most affordable way to increase your home value in the first year.
Eco Friendly Renovation Tips To Increase Resale Value
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Improve air tightness through caulking
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Spray foam insulation
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Upgrade windows and doors, vinyl frames
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Replace furnace filters regularly
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Install dimmer switches
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Use power bars to switch off electronics
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Install aerator faucets
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Switch to compact fluorescent light bulbs
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Install outside motion detector switches
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Install a programmable thermostat
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Upgrade windows and doors
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Add insulation in attic and basement walls
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Upgrade the homes ventilation system
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Upgrade furnace and hot water system
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Add renewable energy systems, solar thermal array or
Photovoltaic panels -
New furnaces are more efficient than ever
Your home value, on average, will increase 5 to 10% once energy efficient home improvements have been made.
Do It Yourself Tips
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Add water saving fixtures
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Switch to low–flush or dual–flush toilets
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Add faucet and shower flow restrictors, front loading washers
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Energy efficient appliances, replace and recycle with energy efficient rated models
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Add plastic film over single pane windows, this can reduce heat lose by 25-50%
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Install ceiling fans, particularly in rooms with high ceilings
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Insulate hot water pipes that run through unheated areas
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Turn down the temperature on your hot water tank
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In Order To Assist In Effecting The Sale Of Your Property, I Will Use Reasonable Efforts To Market The Property And Promote Your Interests.
My services will include, but not be limited to, the following:Listing the property on the Multiple Listing Service of our Real Estate Board.
In accordance with Pemberton Holmes Listing Agreement, all listings must be 6 months in duration
In accordance with Pemberton Holmes Brokerage Policy, Commissions Paid are 6% First 100K, and 3 % on remaining balance.
Advertising on www.realtor.ca and/or www.icx.ca.
Advertising on www.pembertonholmes.com.
Advertising on www.ladysmithrealestate.ca
Advertising on www.exposure.com
Advertising in the Cowichan Valley Citizen Real Estate Guide, monthly.
Placing a For Sale sign on your property.
Arranging other suitable signage agreed to by Listing Realtor and Seller. (i.e.: directional arrows, 4x8 signage etc. in accordance with municipal sign by-laws).
Advertising Feature Sheets displayed in the front street office window encouraging “Walk–Ins”.
Property Information Booklets, and Flyers, Floor Plans, Virtual Tours, and Data information sheets, available to all prospective Buyers.
Property Surveys, Permits, and a complete review from Development Services.
Booking the home for the local Realtor MLS Tour,and Open Houses as approved by Sellers, Open Houses not approved during COVID.
Cooperating with brokerages, working with buyers.
Showing the property at times acceptable to the seller and, if any tenants, subject to tenant’s rights.
Responding to consumer and REALTOR® inquiries.
Confirming all showing requests to cooperating Realtors, and suitable showing times. .
Disclosing in a timely manner to the seller all appropriate facts affecting the transaction know to us.
Providing feedback on all showings, calendar of showings, relevant to the future sale of the property.
Keeping the seller informed regarding the progress of the transaction.
Reviewing Contracts of Purchase and Sale submitted for the Seller’s consideration.
Assisting the seller in negotiating favorable terms and conditions with a buyer.
Assisting in the completion and possession process.
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Client satisfaction is at the heart of my real estate business. I am dedicated to providing personalized, attentive service that meets your unique needs and exceeds your expectations.
What You Can Expect:
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Clear Communication: I keep you informed at every step, ensuring you feel confident and supported throughout the process.
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Tailored Solutions: Whether buying or selling, I customize my approach to match your goals, delivering results that align with your vision.
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Ongoing Support: My commitment to you doesn't end at closing—I’m always available for questions, advice, or assistance even after the sale is complete.
Your satisfaction is my top priority, and I strive to build lasting relationships based on trust, transparency, and exceptional service.
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