FREE COMPARATIVE MARKET ANALYSIS FOR SELLERS

The correct selling price of a home is the highest price that the market will bear. To assist you in determining the correct asking price I will provide you with a comprehensive market analysis of comparable properties sold and offered for sale in your neighborhood.

To provide a more detailed Comparative Market Analysis, I would be more than happy to also assess your listing in person.

Simply enter your criteria below, and I will provide you with a speedy response. The more information given, the more accurate the evaluation. All information you provide is secure and will be kept strictly confidential. There is no obligation. Please indicate when you are thinking of selling and if you are moving within Hamilton / Ancaster / Dundas / Flamborough / Stoney Creek / Burlington or relocating outside the Hamilton area.



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PREPARING YOUR HOME FOR AN OPEN HOUSE / SHOWING

MAKING A GOOD FIRST IMPRESSION

Here are a few hints for increasing your home’s appeal to potential buyers:

EXTERIOR APPEARANCE

Keep your lawn cut, watered and fertilized
Trim shrubs and hedges
Plant colourful flowers
Weed and edge gardens
Clean stains and dirt from driveway and sidewalk
Remove old lawn ornaments and toys
Remove any extra vehicles
Wash windows
Hose down the siding and brick
House number easy to read
Clean and repair eaves troughs, down spouts and soffits
Touch up exterior paint
In the winter, keep driveway and sidewalks shoveled, de-iced and well-lit
Garage/car port clean and tidy
Pick up any litter

AT THE FRONT DOOR

Clean porch and foyer
Ensure door bell works
Repair screen on door
Paint or varnish front door
Oil squeaky door
Hang a wreath of dried flowers on the front door for a winter showing
For a spring/summer showing, a hanging basket of flowers outside the door can make an entry more inviting.

CREATE A BUYING MOOD

Turn on the lights
Open all drapes and blinds during daytime showings
Turn on air conditioner in warm weather
Light the fireplace in cooler weather
Play quiet background music
Add some appealing smells like fresh flowers, baking cookies, or a potpourri of lavender, cedar or cinnamon
Place a vase of flowers on a coffee or end table

INTERIOR APPEARANCE

Touch up paint
Wash and polish all floors
Clean/shampoo/vacuum all carpets
Wash all windows
Ensure that drapes and blinds are clean and dust-free
Wash scuff marks from doors and entryways
Clean light fixtures
Make mirrors, fixtures and taps glitter
Make appliance sparkle
Repair seals around tubs and basins
Replace filmy or dirty shower curtains
Oil squeaky doors
Clear halls and stairs of clutter
Arrange (or store surplus) furniture to give a sense of openness
Repair leaky plumbing
Replace burnt-out light bulbs
Make all closets neat and tidy (don't shove things in the closets because buyers will want to see everything)
Clear closets of unnecessary clothing
Clear an clean all countertops
Empty garbage containers
Remove old newspapers and magazines from coffee and end tables
Go through your tool shed, garage and basement to ensure that everything is picked up, stacked up and organized
Repair or replace damaged window screens, glass or hardware.
Repaint damaged trim areas around doors and windows
Pack away your personal items, such as pictures, collectible and valuables
Pets should be absent or contained during the showing
Pick up shoes, clothing, toys, and other personal items