Prepare your home before you sell and add 5-15% to the sale price.
Vancouver's real estate is selling at record prices, therefore it only makes sense to prepare your property before you place it on the market for sale. By showing your home in the best possible condition, you can realistically add 5-15% to the sale price of your property. Remember, home sellers have one shot at a good first impression. Make sure your house is a perfect "10" before the For Sale sign goes up.
The secret
To achieve a top dollar sale, you must look to unlock the potential value that exists in virtually all homes, townhouses and condos. With a combination of small cosmetic renovations, minor repairs and Home Staging, your property will attract the broadest range of buyers and thus have the greatest chance of achieving the best price. Remember, it takes a little to earn alot! 
I will work for you every step of the way!
Over the years, I have helped many clients prepare their homes for sale. I am an accredited Home Staging professional and have fully renovated 8 homes of my own. Together, we will prepare an action plan then work to carry out that plan. Whether it's power washing the deck and sidewalks, or cleaning out the basement, painting an entry hall or planting fresh flowers, I will work with you every step of the way. Keep in mind, this method takes more time than what an average realtor would suggest. My goal is to not just talk about selling your home for as much as possible, but actually make it happen.
Pricing your home is not a guessing game
One of the greatest fears home owners have is that they might sell their home for less than what it is actually worth. That never happens to my clients, as I provide not only a comprehensive neighbourhood evaluation of the latest listings and sales, but a professional 3rd party appraisal (at my cost). Before you list your property for sale, you will know exactly what it is worth and what it ought to sell for. No hype, just the facts and the truth.
Marketing plan for your property
I have developed a full service, 22-point marketing plan for maximum exposure of your home. By ensuring all potential buyers know the property is for sale (Multiple Listing Service, lawn sign, internet, print advertising, open house, local flyers), and the home is fully prepared (as outlined above), you have the absolute, best possibility of achieving a top dollar sale.
If you would like a copy of my Home Selling Guide, free with no obligation, just call 604-970-9048 or email at cmckee@sutton.com.
My automated Internet marketing system
Online Presence: Available 24 hours a day!
My online marketing system allows me to make information accessible 24-hours a day, and to respond immediately and directly to each and every prospective buyer. From my website, prospective buyers can get information immediately about your home. They can access my site 24 hours a day and view your property listing! Through my Personal Home Search, your listing will be sent by e-mail to prospective buyers in my database, where your home meets their criteria. Plus it will be e-mailed automatically to future prospective buyers as well.
Stay in touch with the Vancouver market
Around the first of the month, I produce and email the Real Estate Insider newsletter to my past and future clients. In it you'll find Vancouver real estate trends, selling tips and other home information. If you would like to receive a copy, just send an email to cmckee@sutton.com. 
