Buying a home can be a very exciting time and I understand this. Its important for me to be able to show you different options and choices so that you are able to make the best possible choice for you and your family with no pressure.

I work with different mortgage brokers, banks, home inspectors and lawyers. I would be happy to refer you to any one of these professionals if you do not already have your own.

I will set up all appointments for viewing houses, set up home inspections and send off relevant paperwork to the banks and lawyers.

My job is to keep that excitement you feel when you are buying and make it as stress free as possible during the process!

1. Set a realistic price
   A price that is too high will dissuade potential buyers and keep your property on the market longer than necessary. That’s why it’s important to set a realistic and competitive asking price. I will show you comparable homes in your area with others that are for sale or have recently sold. Also take into account factors that can influence your property’s value: year of construction, type of building material, lot, the building’s condition, etc.
2. Thoroughly clean from top to bottom
   Every homeowner should give their property a thorough cleaning before opening the doors to visitors. Windows, carpets, walls, ceilings, joints around the bathtub and sinks—your entire home should be free of dust, dirt and unpleasant odours. A prospective buyer’s first impression has a huge impact on how they remember their visit.
3. Maximize your property’s value
   A house that’s welcoming is more likely to attract a buyer. To create the right atmosphere, follow the golden rules of home staging. I can help you with this. Streamline and depersonalize the décor, harmonize and freshen up the interior, repair visible defects, and choose subdued, relaxing lighting.
4. Don’t hide anything
   Transparency is essential. If you had water leaking in last spring, even if you’ve repaired the damage, you must let potential buyers know—you don’t want to face any legal action down the road. If you have any doubts about the physical condition of your house, have it inspected before putting it on the market.
5. Learn how to cut through red tape
   When you are selling, all the paper work and contracts involved can be stressful. I go over all the paperwork along with terms and conditions of any offer with you, making sure you understand what you are signing. Reading them beforehand will help demystify the complexities in a stress-free environment—as opposed to when you’re caught up in the excitement of receiving an offer.
6. Sell first, then buy
   Are you planning on buying your new property before finalizing the sale of your current home? This practice is dangerously widespread, and often a big mistake. What if a prospective buyer withdraws their offer after having your home inspected, and you have no others lined up? You might have to lower your asking price—or worse, end up carrying the costs of two properties.

The majority of buyer’s today go online to look for houses to buy. This is where I focus on marketing for your home to get the maximum exposure.

• Your home will be put on multiple websites including remax.com, realtor.com (mls), kimhabraken.com, YouTube and Facebook, to name a few.
• Helping you stage your home with materials and products you already have. I will come in and help you stage it for the best possible results. A staged home results in obtaining a higher selling price.
• Beautiful professional photos are a must when it comes to selling and showing off your home in the best possible light.
• Video walk-throughs of your home allow potential buyers to get a better feel of your home when they are unable to view it themselves.
• Set up Facebook “post cards” with a just listed logo. Then, when your house is sold, do a Facebook “post card” with a just sold logo.
• Do up a beautiful double page brochure highlighting the special points of your home with glossy photos. As Buyers come through your home, they can take one which will help them remember what your home looked like (especially if they are viewing multiple homes in one day).
• Set up a text message rider on top of your lawn sign. This allows buyers to text a number that will be assigned to your home to give them immediate info right to their phone. Then, their info is sent to me, so I can call them to inquire if they would like to view your home.
• Give feedback after each viewing. We want to know what potential buyers think of your home. This is valuable when it comes to getting your home sold. If there is a repeated problem, then we can address it.
• Keep you up to date with current market conditions on what is selling and what is being listed via email.
• If you are with a relocation service, I send all the necessary paperwork through to them.