Prepare for the market
Repairs, decluttering, cleaning, staging and presentation can affect how buyers perceive value.
A practical overview of the selling process — from preparation and pricing through marketing, negotiation and closing.
Repairs, decluttering, cleaning, staging and presentation can affect how buyers perceive value.
Pricing should consider recent comparable sales, competing listings, condition, location, market direction and your timing objectives.
Professional photography, video, online exposure, social media, property copy and targeted promotion should work together to create attention.
Make access straightforward where possible and keep presentation consistent. Buyer and agent feedback can help identify market response.
Price matters, but so do deposit, conditions, closing date, inclusions, exclusions and the overall strength and certainty of the offer.
Counteroffers and negotiations should balance your priorities, price, terms, risk and likelihood of completion.
Potential costs can include commission, legal fees, mortgage discharge costs, adjustments, moving expenses and property-specific obligations.
Work with your lawyer, complete agreed obligations, prepare keys and access devices, and deliver the property as required by the agreement.
Important: This guide is general information only. Every transaction is different. Verify information material to your decision and obtain appropriate independent legal, financial, tax, mortgage, inspection or other professional advice where applicable.