{"id":3222,"date":"2019-06-03T12:20:35","date_gmt":"2019-06-03T20:20:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/justo.ca\/blog\/?p=3222"},"modified":"2019-09-11T03:19:33","modified_gmt":"2019-09-11T11:19:33","slug":"ultimate-guide-to-selling-a-toronto-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.justo.ca\/blog\/ultimate-guide-to-selling-a-toronto-home\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate guide to selling a Toronto home"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s been said that buying a home<\/a> is one of life\u2019s bigger decisions, but selling isn\u2019t something to be taken lightly either\u2014especially not in Toronto, among the country\u2019s most competitive and real estate markets and by far its most active.<\/span><\/p>\n

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In 2018, more than 77,000 homes changed hands, according to the Toronto Real Estate Board (TREB), and that was a double-digit decrease from the previous year (and that total doesn\u2019t even include pre-construction purchases). <\/span>Whether upgrading to a bigger house for a growing family or downsizing to a condo during retirement, all the steps towards selling a Toronto home may be overwhelming. So Justo has put together the ultimate guide to selling a home in Toronto to walk you through every step along the way.<\/span><\/p>\n

Related article: I\u2019m Selling My House. What Do I Need to Know?<\/a><\/p>\n

1. Select a realtor<\/b><\/h2>\n

With so much at stake, you\u2019re going to want the help of professionals. TREB claims more than 50,000 members across the GTA, so it\u2019s going to be important to do your research. Justo\u2019s rock-bottom seller\u2019s commission of 1.25%\u2014that\u2019s about half the usual rate\u2014and roster of experienced professionals, from real estate lawyers to home stagers, can save you valuable time. <\/span><\/p>\n

Read testimonials. Ask friends and family who have recently sold their homes for their experiences and recommendations. You should also check out realtor social media channels \u2014 such as Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram (if they don\u2019t have an online presence beyond a website, they may not have the best handle on digital marketing, which is important and will come up later). Not only that, but you might discover personal views or values that aren\u2019t in line with your own or may offend possible homebuyers down the road. It\u2019s always best to check.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Read your listing agreement carefully<\/b><\/h2>\n

So you\u2019ve found your realtor. Time to sign on the dotted line, as you\u2019re entering into a contract with a brokerage. Don\u2019t just skim the paperwork. Make sure you understand everything and don\u2019t be afraid to negotiate.<\/span> If you\u2019re not sure about something, ask! <\/span><\/p>\n

In fact, questions can help you decide whether or not you\u2019ve found the right realtor for you. Here are some questions to ask:<\/span><\/p>\n