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Buying or selling a property in the Bay of Quinte area? Don’t go it alone!
Our “Ask the Expert” series connects you with experienced local real estate professionals who provide answers and guidance specifically for Belleville, Quinte West, Prince Edward County, Napanee, and surrounding communities.
Learn how to choose the right neighbourhood, navigate the local market, maximize your sale price, and avoid common pitfalls.
Read the latest Q&A’s below!
One common mistake is not showcasing your home’s full potential in marketing photos and videos. These images can’t be changed that easily, so you need to have your home photo ready.
Another mistake is pricing. Make sure your home is priced properly. Overpricing is a thing of the past. Buyers are much more savvy these days and most information can be researched. It’s proven you’ll get less in the end if you overprice.
A good agent and their stager can help you avoid these mistakes!
Staging is a great way to highlight your home’s features. A staged home provides buyers the opportunity to envision their belongings in the space…as well as picturing themselves living and playing in their new home.
Herrington Hometown Realtors work with an excellent stager to ensure the process is seamless.
The best time to list your home depends on your goals. But traditionally, spring and early summer are popular because buyers are more active and homes look great in nice weather.
If priced right in the Bay of QUinte area, the market is strong year-round. So, the right time is really when it works best for you. Your home’s unique features also matter…like waterfront that stands out in summer.
As your local expert, I’ll help you pick the perfect time to attract the right price…and buyers!
An A-list actor always looks their best on the red carpet. Commercially speaking, selling a business is similar.
If you want to turn heads on the real estate market’s red carpet, your business needs to look spectacular! Before you list, do repairs, plan some affordable cosmetic renovations…and clean!
I also recommend using a real estate photographer to help your listing shine.
Put in the work before you sell and your business will get an A-list offer!
It really has changed over the years. In the past, I have said furnaces, roofs, anything mechanical. Today’s buyers are looking for a new kitchen, new floors, and nice paint. Buyers today don’t have time to make things look nice and don’t want to live through the improvement.
It’s easy to call a furnace company to come in and replace a furnace, but to move all your furniture and install flooring or repaint… That’s a lot of time buyers don’t have!
Open houses provide a unique opportunity for buyers to experience the home firsthand, creating a sense of urgency and competition.
Pro tip: make sure your home is well-staged and smells inviting… like fresh baking. Small details can really make a big impact!
Open houses increase visibility and can attract more buyers, giving you a competitive edge.
Ready to sell? Let’s make your home stand out… Be Fussy, Call Hussey!