Selling a home is a big decision. A clear plan helps you stay in control, avoid surprises, and protect your sale price.

This guide walks you through the main steps, from planning to closing.

Step 1: understand what affects your home’s value

Your home’s value depends on more than the number of bedrooms.

Common factors include:

• what is happening in the market

• your location and local demand

• your home’s age and condition

• upgrades and recent renovations

• layout and how the space flows

• Active buyers looking in your list price

• timing and seasonality

Step 2: set a pricing plan that matches the market

Pricing is a strategy, If you list too high, buyers may skip your home. If you list too low, you may lose value. Be careful with online estimates. They are rough and may not reflect your home’s condition or updates.

Using recent local sales and current demand to guide your price as well as expert advice and top notch services to make sure you're selling your home for what it's worth.

Step 3: prepare your home before you list

Start with the basics. Small fixes can make a big difference.

Focus on:

• cleaning and decluttering

• touch up paint where needed

• repair visible issues like leaks, cracks, and broken tiles

• tidy storage areas so they look spacious

• improve curb appeal so the front entrance looks inviting

I offer free staging consultations if you are interested in finding out what you can do before getting ready to list. This usually includes little things as easy as replacing a electrical outlet plate, wiping down baseboards or painting a bedroom that makes the room look smaller than what it is.

Step 4: stage for buyers and photos

Buyers decide fast online. Your photos and videos are often the first showing.

You may want to:

• open blinds and curtains for more light

• use simple staging to make rooms feel open

• remove personal items so buyers can picture themselves there

• use professional photos and, if available, a video tour or 3D tour

The day of the photos, I arrive early to hide things away, and make sure everything looks picture perfect. Missed something? That’s where my editing skills come into play.

Step 5: plan for showings

Try to make showings easy for buyers.

Simple tips:

• keep the home bright and well lit

• limit noise and distractions during visits

• keep pets out of the way

• avoid having too many people in the home during a showing

Step 6: review offers and conditions

Many offers include conditions. Common ones include:

• financing

• home inspection

• sale of the buyer’s property

• condo status certificate, for condo purchases

Price matters, but so does certainty. A clean offer with clear timelines can be stronger than a higher offer with heavy conditions.

Step 7: close the sale

Once conditions are met, the deal becomes firm. Closing usually includes legal work and adjustments.

Plan for costs such as:

• legal fees

• agent commission

• tax and utility adjustments

Common question: should you buy before you sell

Many sellers choose to sell first because it reduces financial pressure and allows them to clearly use their equity toward their next purchase.

Buying first can make sense if you’re working with a tight move timeline and expect your current home to sell quickly.

Everyone's situation is different and banking institutions have many options in place to offer when it comes to your situation.

If you’re thinking about selling your home and want clear guidance based on today’s market, get started by visiting my website. You’ll find practical resources and a direct way to book a conversation to plan your next steps with confidence.