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ABC's of Selling

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Answer these 3 quick questions before the clutter gains momentum.

Quiz: What is Your House Trying to Tell You Right Now?

Answer these 3 quick questions before the clutter gains momentum.

Question 1: When you look around your main living space, your immediate emotional reaction is:

A) “I can’t find my calculator, but I can see the clutter — and it’s multiplying.”

B) “I think I need new glasses because I can’t see my own stuff anymore… or maybe I’ve just stopped noticing it.”

C) "We are putting this house on the market, and the current decor screams '1995.' I need it to look expensive on camera, fast."

Question 2: If someone unexpectedly knocks on your door, your first thought is:

A)“Oh dear… let me clear a path.”

B) “I should’ve tidied… but honestly, half of this stuff has become invisible to me.”

C) “I hope they don’t look too closely — this room needs a little styling magic.”

Question 3: If your home could magically improve overnight, what would you hope changed?

A) The clutter would stop inviting its friends and relatives over — it’s starting to think it owns the place.

B) You’d wake up and suddenly spot all the little things you’ve been politely ignoring for years — without feeling judged by them.

C) Everything would look effortlessly styled. Did a stager sneak in last night?

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The ABC's to selling your home!

A - As clean as a whistle
A clean home is essential for making a great first impression. Focus on the kitchen and bathrooms to ensure they sparkle and shine.

B - Box up excess, valuables & breakables
Best if you pack up those extras such as family photos, personalized items, offseason clothing or Grandma's special dishes. Move offsite to a rental storage unit, friends or family garage or stacked neatly in your own.

C - Cut the Clutter
Yes, it might sound daunting but purging the clutter now will make your life and moving day a lot smoother. Why haul the unwanted items to your new place?

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Staging your home before putting it on the market can make a big difference in how quickly it sells and for how much. In fact, according to real estate agents, 83% of buyers said staging a home made it easier for a buyer to visualize the property as a future home.

Did you know that over 95% of buyers check MLS photos before deciding to view a property. First impressions matter, and I can help with that first impression. Let me assist you in making sure your home looks stunning in those realtor photos.

Staging your home can make a significant difference in how quickly it sells. In Canada, staged homes sell up to 11 times faster than non-staged. Consider investing in staging to help your home stand out and attract potential buyers.

Investing in staging your house before listing can lead to a significant increase in its selling price. In North America, including Canada, staged houses usually sell for 15-20% more than the listed. Create an inviting atmosphere that will appeal to a wider range of buyers.

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