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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThis price growth is great if you\u2019re a home seller; but to get the best price for your home, you need to prepare. At Justo, we\u2019ve sold all kinds of homes at every price point all across the GTA. We can attest that a little effort goes a long way when it comes to selling your home for the most money. And if you want to sell your home quickly, these tips and tricks will help with that, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What Is My Mississauga Home Worth?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
There are plenty of resources online<\/a> that can help you estimate your home\u2019s worth. However, the only way to know your home\u2019s true market value is to hire a professional to help you. Market value of your home is subjective. Yes, it\u2019s partly determined by the housing market, and if it\u2019s booming, your home has the potential to be priced high as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, certain factors will determine if your home will be on the high end or low end of the spectrum in your city. Our real estate agents take these things into consideration when suggesting a price for your home:<\/p>\n\n\n\n These and other factors can affect the resale value of your home<\/a>. Most of these things are concrete and you can\u2019t do much to change them. However, if you want to sell your home for the most amount of money in Mississauga, there are things you can do today to prepare for your home to hit the market, sell fast, and put as much cash in your pocket as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do the same in your garage. Put away tools. Hang yard tools and brooms to lift them off the ground. Tidy up toys and sports equipment. Finally, give your garage a thorough cleaning, sweeping out the corners and getting rid of any spider webs. If you live in Mississauga or the GTA and you want to sell your home, Justo would be thrilled to represent you. We\u2019ve built our highly successful agency on principles that give our clients the absolute best possible experience for the lowest price. To learn more about how we save our clients an average of $11,250, or what services we include when we sell your home (you won\u2019t believe the seller\u2019s package<\/a> we provide!), reach out to us today! Our agents will contact you and set up a time to meet with you. No pressure, we promise!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What are other homes in your neighbourhood listed at? What did they ultimately sell for? What amenities did those homes have that yours doesn\u2019t, and vice versa? All of these factors will help determine what your home is likely to sell for, and when buyers will recognize you\u2019re asking too much.
Things that are compared are generally the amount of space your home has, the number of bedrooms, whether it has a garage or shed, the condition of the yard, whether your home has had recent updates, etc…
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<\/strong>You may have built yourself a luxury home, but if your neighbourhood isn\u2019t desirable, it might not give you the best return on investment. If your neighbourhood is safe, located conveniently to shopping, highways, and leisure activities, includes schools and recreation centers, and is generally well looked after, it will reflect positively on your home\u2019s value.
Further, the quality of the schools and parks in your neighbourhood plays a large part in the price of your home, especially if you have a family home with two or more bedrooms; your buyers likely have children and they will pay more to live near high-ranking schools.
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The larger your home is, generally, the more it will be worth. However, more important than size will be usable space.<\/em>
Usable space<\/a> refers to the areas of your home that will be used for regular living. An unfinished basement or an attic, for example, may not offer your home much if any extra value, unless there is significant potential for the space should someone choose to renovate it. Neither may a sunroom or pool house if it can\u2019t be used the majority of the year.
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Newer homes are usually worth more, but older homes with a lot of character can also hold their value, especially if they are maintained well.
Knowing if and when your home has had important improvements and updates, such as a roof replacement, new furnace, or updated plumbing and wiring can help significantly with accurate pricing of your home.
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You might absolutely love your banana yellow kitchen walls, but painting it a neutral shade<\/a> might help your home sell quickly. If you\u2019ve adorned your home with personal items like family photos, remove at least a few of them. Signs that say things like, \u201cThe Millers, est 1997\u201d may not work in your favour, so remove those things too.
Of course, before showings, make sure you put away your mail, personal papers, etc. You want your home to appear as void of your personal presence as possible.
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Things you should consider repairing or replacing:
Door hinges that make your cabinets appear uneven
Broken light fixtures
Burnt out light bulbs
Entry doors that don\u2019t close tightly
Leaky faucets
Broken or old appliances
Drawers that don\u2019t slide smoothly
Slow-running drains that need unclogging
Garage door openers that feel or sound clunky
If you\u2019re not sure of the condition of your hot water heater or electrical panel, you can have an electrician come and take a look. If a repair or maintenance is needed, it\u2019s better to know now than during a home inspection with an offer on the line.
You should also clean your carpets and wipe down walls that might be scuffed or dirty. Replace the filters in your furnace and ductwork, and wipe down all your vents and grates to leave no reason for potential buyers to think they may be clogged or dirty inside.
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Remodeling Magazine<\/a> ranked the return on investment of a number of outdoor repairs and refinishes and replacing your garage door recouped almost all of its cost, making it a no-brainer if yours looks outdated.
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Your sister-in-law\u2019s best friend MIGHT<\/em> be the best realtor for you, but you shouldn\u2019t make a decision based on who you know, or who is friendly. You want to see results.
With that said, you also want to choose someone you like. Meet your realtor in person<\/a>, make sure you feel good speaking to them, and that they return your calls and emails in a reasonable amount of time. You will spend a lot of time with your realtor, and you\u2019re trusting them with your home – probably your largest asset. Be sure you feel confident they will represent you well when speaking to potential buyers, lawyers, and home inspectors.
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