If you’re looking to sell your house, you need all the help you can get, and buyers need the tools to find the best bargains.

BCFSBO.ca is happy to provide a variety of real estate resources to assist you, whether you’re buying or selling property.

• Prepare Yourself: Be patient. If your price is right and the home is well advertised, expect to sell in 60-90 days. Be ready for phone inquiries and showings.
• Prepare Your Home: First impressions count! Maximize “curb appeal,” keep the yard neat, and make the house sparkle. Reduce clutter to make rooms look larger.
• Finances: Consider a professional appraisal to determine market value. Price aggressively if you need a fast sale, but leave room for negotiation.
• Paperwork and Legal: Hire a Lawyer or Notary Public. Locate your Property Surveys and prepare a Property Condition Disclosure Statement (PDS).
• Marketing Plan: Set a budget for yard signs, info sheets, and online listings at BCHomesForSale.com.
• Negotiating Plan: Decide your flexibility on price, financing, or trades. List which items (like appliances) stay and your preferred completion dates.
• The Transaction: Accept only written offers on a Contract of Purchase and Sale. Once signed, turn paperwork over to your legal professional.

• Location: Consider proximity to schools, shopping, and parks.
• Timing: Visit the property at various times (early morning, noon, and late night).
• Inspection: Always have the property inspected by an inspector of your choice.
• Environment: Walk or bike the neighborhood to get a real feel for the surroundings.
• Seasonality: Consider the house in other seasons (winter brightness vs. summer heat).
• The Neighbors: Check if surrounding yards are neat and well-maintained.
• Second Opinion: Bring a friend to play “devil’s advocate” and point out missed factors.
• Noise Audit: Check for noise sources like heat pumps, highways, or barking dogs.
• Future Plans: Visit city planners to check for future road or apartment developments.