SELLER SURVEY

Help us, help you!  By responding to the following information we will be able to better assist you in your upcoming property sale.

What form of communication would you prefer for ongoing feedback?

Email / Fax / Mail / Telephone

What do you like most about your home?

What do you like most about your neighbourhood?

What improvements have you made to your home? (Please include dates and costs.)

Any environmentally friendly (Green) changes that have been made?

What is the age of the following (in years)?

Roof                                                                                Furnace

Hot Water Tank                                                             Windows

Air Conditioner                                                              Electrical

Plumbing

What is the type of heating?

Average cost $   ____________/month                   Average Hydro $   _____________/month

Do you have a Real Property Survey of your property?

PREPARING YOUR PROPERTY

With buyers, first impressions count.  A small investment in time and money will give your home an edge over other listings in the area when the time comes to show it to a prospective buyer.  Here are some suggestions that will help you get top market value:

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Oil squeaky doors                                                   Tighten doorknobs                                  

Replace burned out light bulbs                            Clean and repair windows

Touch-up chipped paint                                         Repair cracked plaster

Repair leaking taps and toilets                             Repair siliconed edges around tubs, sinks or backsplash if required

CURB APPEAL

Cut lawn                                                                    Trim shrubs and plants

Weed and edge gardens                                       Pick-up any litter

Clean wald and driveway                                       Repair gutters and eaves

Touch-up exterior paint                                         Ensure mail, newpaper is brought in daily

THE SPACIOUS LOOK

Clean stairs and halls                                            Store excess furniture

Clean counters and cabinets                                Make closets neat and tidy

SPIC AND SPAN

Shampoo carpet                                                       Clean washer, dryer and tubs

Clean fridge and stove                                             Clean furnace and ducts

Clean and freshen bathrooms

THE BUYING ATMOSPHERE

Be absent during showings                                    Turn all lights on including lamps and hoodfan

Light fireplace                                                             Open drapes during the day

Play quiet background music                                  Keep pets outdoors or off the property during showings

THE FIRST IMPRESSION

Clean and tidy entrance                                           Functional doorbell

Polish door hardware

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