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Are you thinking about selling your Edmonton home, or are you simply curious about how much your property is worth under current market conditions? Here are five key reasons to get an expert Edmonton home evaluation.

Property Evaluations Defined 

A home evaluation (sometimes referred to as a market evaluation or property valuation) is the process by which a qualified Edmonton REALTOR® assesses the current market value of your home. Based on several factors (which we discuss in further detail below), the evaluation estimates how much your home is truly worth within a 30–90-day period. In other words, right now.

A home evaluation is different (and generally more accurate) than your home’s “assessed value,” which doesn’t necessarily indicate how…

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Overpricing is the number one reason why homes don’t sell, period. 

That’s why, if you hope to sell your home quickly AND for top dollar, it’s absolutely crucial you price your home correctly from the start. Or, at the very least, be able to identify when you’ve overpriced your home and fix this mistake immediately.

Otherwise, you risk losing buyer interest, sitting on the market, and selling for much less than your home is actually worth.

Could your home be priced too high? Here are seven key ways to tell:

1. You Chose Your REALTOR® Based on (the Highest) Valuation

We understand you want to get the most money possible for the property you’ve known and loved for so many years. And a good REALTOR® knows this.

However, they also…

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How much will it cost to sell your Edmonton home? While the answer will vary according to your unique selling situation, here are a few expenses you’ll want to prepare for ahead of time.

Pre-Listing Inspection: 

While optional, scheduling an inspection before you list can help streamline the sale of your home. Not only will a pre-listing inspection allow you to identify and address repairs and hidden issues ahead of time, but it will also instill buyer confidence and minimize negotiation time.

Home Repairs and Upgrades 

Improve your home’s value (and sale price), by tackling necessary repairs and renovations beforehand. These may include addressing larger ticket items such as roof or siding repairs, HVAC, plumbing, etc. You may also want…

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Are you thinking about selling your home? We’re talking to you! Find out everything you need to know about home evaluations and how they help you sell your home quickly and for top dollar!

What is a Home Evaluation Anyway? 

Contrary to your home’s assessed value, a home evaluation will give you an idea as to what your home is actually worth based on current market conditions (otherwise known as your home’s market value). Typically conducted by a qualified real estate professional, an evaluation will tell you how much buyers will be willing to pay for your home within a 30-90-day period.

Could My Home Be Worth More Than What I Paid?

Yes! Maybe.

As we mentioned above, your home’s market value depends on current conditions. In a seller’s…

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