Whether sellers are listing their houses for the first time or revisiting the market after a break over the winter, spring is a popular time for homeowners to list their properties. It's a busy season with much competition - everyone is vying for that coveted SOLD sign. 

As such, sellers must have their homes in prime showing shape well before the market reaches its peak. 

Thinking of selling your Mississauga home this spring? Here's what you can do now to be ready:

Interview Mississauga Realtors

One of the most important things to do when selling your home is to find an experienced real estate sales representative. If you don't have a trusted realtor in your corner, you'll want to get recommendations from friends, family and colleagues and start interviewing immediately. A good listing agent should have a solid marketing plan, experience, and extensive knowledge about your area and market. Don't simply choose the one who will tell you they will sell your home for the highest price; choose the realtor who presents you with the most realistic plan and well-researched analysis.

Stage Your Mississauga Home

Before listing your home, clear clutter and stage your surroundings. Prospective buyers will want to enter your home and see a place they can visualize living in. The best way to do this is by creating a blank slate. Keep it neat, depersonalized and free from mess. The goal is to showcase your home, not distract buyers with your travel photos, knickknacks and collections.

Improve Your Mississauga Home

The last thing anyone wants to do before they sell their home is to invest a lot of money into an extensive renovation. However, some smart repairs and improvements offer great value and return. Here are some enhancements to consider:

• Add fresh paint on dingy walls, ceiling and trim
• Replace worn carpets with new neutral broadloom
• Updated door hardware
• Refresh the front door with new paint
• Replace burnt-out light bulbs
• Clean windows to let in more light
• Regrout tile and recaulk bathroom and kitchen surfaces 
• Update faucets throughout the home
• Change outdated light fixtures
• Boost curb appeal by tidying up landscaping
• Clean and arrange outdoor furniture 
• Plant flowers suitable for early spring for a pop of colour

The more you can do now to prepare your home for the spring market will save you a great deal of grief and stress when it comes time to list.

Your Mississauga Real Estate Sales Representative

As a qualified realtor, I will work closely with you to navigate Mississauga's competitive spring real estate market, price your home accordingly and aim for a successful sale. I also handle all aspects of your home's real estate marketing initiatives, which means no upfront or additional costs to you.

To learn more about my array of comprehensive home selling services or to schedule a free home evaluation, please get in touch with me, Deborah Clerk, at Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage, in Mississauga, Ontario, for more information.