OPEN HOUSE SUN. JAN. 29, 2012 - 2-4. DOOR PRIZE DRAW 3503 Edinburgh Rd. Stevensville, ON L0S 1S0

MLS# N30000725

BEAUTIFUL 3 BDROOM SIDESPLIT IN DESIRABLE BLACK CREEK AREA. THIS IMMACULATE FAMILY HOME FEATURES NEW FURNACE C/A & HUMIDIFIER '09, HARDWOOD & CERAMIC 3YRS. OLD, ROOF 7 YRS. OLD, STORAGE SHED WITH HYDRO, INTERLOCKING BRICK PATIO AROUND BACK, BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED, R/R WITH GAS FIREPLACE AND LOVELY STAINED GLASS WINDOWS. ALL APPLIANCES INCLUDED.  CLOSE TO QEW, PEACE BRIDGE, NIAGARA PARKWAY AND ONLY 1-1/2 DRIVE TO GTA. BEAT THE RUSH AND BOOK YOUR VIEWING TODAY.  WON'T LAST LONG AT THIS PRICE.  JOIN ME JAN. 29TH FROM 2-4 TO VIEW THIS BEAUTY.

Selling a home in Ontario

Hire a Real Estate Agent

Selling a home is in and of itself a full time job. Hiring a real estate agent means putting your best foot forward in your effort to have a successful sale. An agent will recommend the best listing price, market your home effectively and generate leads all while you continue your regular day to day activities.

Get Inspected

To help ensure a smooth sale get your home inspected by a professional home inspector prior to your sale. You are required to disclose any problems with your property to prospective buyers. Failure to do so will result in complications even if you were not aware of the issues ahead of time. A professional home inspector will identify any potential problems and document them for you.

Make repairs pre-sale

While some potential buyers like the idea of a fix-er-upper, most buyers can become discouraged in a list of repairs they would need to do post-purchase.  Do as many repairs as you can yourself and hire a professional if needed. If you decide to not do any needed repairs, acquire estimates for the costs for any needed repairs and present them to any interested buyers to help put thier minds at ease.

Showcase your home

First impressions are essential when selling your home. Much in the same way they affect your decisions when looking for your next home. Give your home curb appeal and tidy up the inside. Remove clutter and maintain the landscape to show your home off at its best.

Set the right price

The longer your home is on the market the less desirable it becomes to buyers. Setting the right starting price is important to capture the interests of potential buyers and get them to come to see your home. Setting a price that is too low might sell your home quickly but will result in less money in your wallet. A professional real estate agent can help you set a fair market price that will attract interest.

Purchasing A Home In Ontario

Choose a real estate agent who is committed to a strong business relationship with you.

Selecting the right real estate agent is critical to your success as a buyer in the real estate market. Choose an agent that exudes professionalism and confidence and who is dedicated to serving your needs - before, during and after the sale.

Get Pre-Qualified before making an offer

Pre-qualification will make life a lot easier for you in your quest to find the perfect home. Speak with mortgage professionals such as banks and brokers first. Through this they will be able to provide you with a price range you can afford. Being pre-qualified also reduces a condition in your offer. Less conditions gets you closer to winning the deal.

Know Your Costs

So you have your price range in mind. You place your offer and it is accepted. Now your sitting in the lawyers office and your jaw is on the floor as a result of the final cost involved in purchasing this home. This can be avoided by simply speaking with your real estate agent or mortgage professional to obtain an estimate of closing costs. All aspects should be considered - title, insurance, lawyer fees, land transfer taxes etc... Examine your settlement statement closely prior to closing.

Do not limit your search

Think outside of the box. There is more to just open houses, ads and the internet. Contact a real estate agent. Agents have real time information that might not be in print or online yet as the paperwork just landed on their or their offices desk. Such information is not available to you yet and by the time it is can be sold before you had a chance to even think about it. Agents are the best resource available to you in purchasing your next home. Take advantage of their insider knowledge and their expertise.

Don't bite, nibble.

During the course of your search you will visit many open houes and see a great number of homes in print ads or through the internet. Working with a real estate agent, you will also visit many homes through scheduled appointments. You will, by nature, fall in love with a particular homes layout, design, price etc... When you find something you like, express this to your real estate agent. Ask for a comparative market analysis which compares this home to others on the market or others that have recently sold. Doing so will help you determine if the price is actually right and if this is in fact the home for you.

What's down the road for you and your family?

Considering the long term will help you make the right decision now. Do you plan to have children? pets? Are you sure this home will suit your needs in the next three to five years? What about five to ten? Try to consider all the possibilities now so that you can choose a home that will accomodate those needs when they arise. Not only will this save you an unnecessary future move, it will also save you time and money down the road.

Have confidence in your decision

Prior to making your offer, ask the important questions. Have you considered things like crime rates, schools, power lines? How are the neighbors? Is this environment going to be safe for you and your family?

Can't stress this enough; Get a Home Inspection!

You might fall in love with a home. You might think you need to make an offer now before its too late. And maybe you decide to put that offer in without a home inspection because you love the house so much. Now it's 2 years later and the concrete around your pool is caving in, your roof is leaking and your furnace is gone in the middle of winter. Things you overlooked due to your excitement. A home inspection protects your decision making to ensure you know the facts prior to closing the deal.

Consider your insurance needs.

Speak with an insurance professional. Their advice and guidance with respect to this can provide you with the answers to any insurance concerns you may have.

Protect your home with a plan

Home Protection Plans are mini insurance plans that usually last 1 year from the date of sale. It covers basic repairs you may encounter and can be purchased for a nominal fee. Talk to your agent for more information.