- Use sold prices, not list prices.
- Match type, size, age, finish and area.
- A paid appraisal is a few hundred dollars and buyers trust it.
- No calls in week one usually means price.
Step 1: Find 3 to 6 sold comparables
Same property type, similar square footage (within about 10% to 15%), similar age and condition, same neighbourhood, sold in the last 60 to 90 days. Sold data is available from appraisers, some lawyers, provincial land registries and paid data services.
Step 2: Adjust for differences
Add or subtract for a finished basement, garage, renovated kitchen, lot size, view or busy road. Be honest about condition.
Step 3: Cross-check
Compare with your property assessment and consider a paid appraisal. An appraisal also gives buyers and lenders confidence.
Step 4: Watch the first two weeks
Lots of calls but no offers usually means the home doesn't match the photos or price. Few calls usually means price or ad visibility. A financing header increases the number of callers so you get clearer feedback faster.
A note on our role
We don't value homes or set prices. For a professional opinion of value, hire an appraiser. Colton can answer questions about how pricing interacts with private financing.
Sell it yourself, with more buyers calling
Add the private-financing header to your ad and let our private lender qualify the buyers the banks turn away. No commission, no contract, no obligation. Listing takes about 5 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out what my house is worth without a realtor?
Look at homes like yours that sold in the last 60 to 90 days, adjust for differences, and cross-check with your assessment or a paid appraisal.
Should I get an appraisal before selling privately?
It's often worth it. An appraisal costs a few hundred dollars and gives you and buyers an independent opinion of value.
What if nobody calls about my house?
Check price first, then your ad. Adding a private-financing header brings in buyers the banks turn away, so more people call.
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General information for Canadian home sellers, not legal, tax or financial advice. Rules and fees change, so confirm the details with a real estate lawyer in your province before you sell.