In a competitive real estate arena such as the GTA, proper preparation is key to ensuring your home sale reaches its full potential. With that in mind, getting sufficiently market-ready is not something that happens overnight – particularly if you are looking to truly maximize the results of your sale. Therefore, if you are aiming to list your home in time for the often-active summer market, you will need to address a number of decisive preparations with adequate advance time. 

In this blog post, we will highlight a number of these value-adding steps that you should undertake before listing your home this summer. 

Free Up Space & Neutralize 

The initial step in preparing your home for sale involves depersonalizing the space. Buyers seek a blank canvas to envision their future in a home, which can be impeded by clutter and overly personal items such as family photos or knick-knacks. You create an ambiance of spaciousness and neutrality by decluttering your home of unnecessary items, excess furniture, and personal belongings. 

Given the size of this task, decluttering is often not a one-day event, but rather something that you’ll work on over several days. With that in mind, being proactive with this step is crucial for ensuring you’re able to list on time.

Follow a Thorough Cleaning Regimen

As you approach the market, performing a deep clean on your home is absolutely essential. While a pristine home leaves a lasting impression on potential buyers, properties that feel messy or uncared for will have them looking elsewhere. Before you list, undertake a comprehensive house-cleaning regimen, targeting every nook and cranny, including often overlooked areas such as baseboards, windows, ceiling fans and light fixtures. 

It’s critical not to take shortcuts while cleaning your home. If you feel overwhelmed by this type of task, consider engaging professional cleaners instead of doing it yourself. They’ll ensure your home exudes a sense of cleanliness and freshness that resonates with potential buyers.

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Pick an Expert

One of the most critical details in the sale of your home is the real estate agent you choose to work with. Your agent is far more than simply the person who puts a for-sale sign in your front yard. Rather, they are the pilot of your entire sale and will substantially influence the end result – including the final sale price, time spent on the market, and more. 

Given the significance of this decision, it’s important to do proper research on your options to ensure you make an informed selection. Choosing the wrong agent could mean headaches, a longer selling process, and money left on the table. Therefore, if you’re aiming to list your home during the summer market, it’s best to start vetting and interviewing local agents sooner rather than later. 

Address Issues & Make Improvements 

If you’re aiming for a top-dollar sale, you’ll need to attend to any visible defects or necessary repairs before listing your property. This may entail things like fixing leaky faucets, repairing minor damage to the walls or floor, replacing worn-out fixtures, or even electrical issues.

If it’s something that may cause a buyer to have second thoughts, it’s worth taking care of ahead of time. Keep in mind that there will likely be a home inspection following your conditional acceptance of an offer, should the inspection uncover a major issue, it could jeopardize your sale. Your agent can help you determine which projects are absolutely necessary and which can add extra value with a small upfront investment.

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Elevate Curb Appeal

The exterior of your home serves as the initial point of contact for potential buyers, making curb appeal a critical factor. Once the snow has melted away, enhance your home’s curb appeal by maintaining a well-manicured lawn, trimming foliage, and adding floral accents for a welcoming touch. You may also want to address any pavement cracks or disrepair in driveways or walkways. Once again, your agent can provide guidance on ensuring any improvements you make will have a strong payoff. 

Our Results-Guaranteed Approach

If you’re looking to get the most profitable return on your home sale this summer (or in any market), you’ll need an experienced GTA-leading team at your side. That’s where we come in – Bahia Realty Group. 

Our fool-proof selling process can guide you towards a smooth, low-stress experience with results to match. Completely committed to your success, our performance guarantee ensures the lucrative sale of your property – at 100% of your asking price or beyond. 

Preparing to sell your GTA home? Bahia Realty Group can help. Click here to send us an email or call 416-498-3444 to get in touch.