PET PEEVES:
Pets are wonderful, but home buyers want to see your home without them. Domestic animals are not unique features or selling points of homes; pet dander and odor aren’t going to provide a positive viewing experience. Some prospects might have allergies, while others may not like animals. For all buyers, they are an unnecessary distraction. Minimize the presence of pets. Dog dishes, cat litter boxes, and beds need to be out of sight. Pets should be relegated to cages or backyards while showing your home. With all the staging work complete, you are now ready to list and showcase your home. In the next section, you will learn how to price your home. A real estate professional is your best information source for how to sell your home quickly, without lowering the price. When selling your home, there is much to know about pricing, marketing, and negotiations.
DIGGING DEEPER WITH A P ER WITH A PRE-INSPECTION
For sellers who want to go one step further, a pre-sale home inspection can be ordered.
In my real estate practice, I have observed that more homes fall “out of contract” due to the results of the home inspection than for any other reason. For homes that are older than 10 years, getting a pre-sale home inspection is a good idea. The cost
will generally be around $450 plus HST. The inspection report will uncover any minor or major issues with your home and should be considered a small investment to pay to protect
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