How quickly will my house be on the market?

This seems like a simple question but it is an important one. I’ve seen countless occasions where seller’s were given false promises as to the start date of a listing. Whether through delays with photographers due to poor organization or a lack of urgency from the agent, it’s not a good way to start a working relationship. Customer service not only about meeting expectations, but aiming to exceed them. Starting a listing on time as per the promise made to you is the bare minimum requirement.

At HaliPad, we can launch a listing within a 24 hour period if we have enough notice beforehand to arrange the photographer. We guarantee our listings go to market on time, as per the promises we make to you.


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Question 2: How will you help me prepare my home for sale?

First impressions can make or break an opportunity. Taking the time to do simple paint touch ups, de-cluttering and cleaning show that you take pride in your property. A home that is clean and tidy makes a buyer feel as though they are investing in something that has been well maintained. It gives them confidence in their decision and will likely improve your chances of attracting an offer at a higher price. We take the time during our initial consultation to point out areas that could be improved as we aim to turn your home, into a show home.

It’s Your Move: Select a Realtor who is going to help you properly prepare your home to result in a faster sale at the highest price possible.

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Are you a full time Agent?

I place this one first because I feel it is one of the most important questions. I understand that many real estate agents have other jobs and need those jobs in order to make ends meet, especially during the start of their careers. However, without sounding cruel, that is not your problem. Your home represents a huge personal investment. It’s important you have an agent who is immersed in the market and able to accommodate you, when you need them. It is important that your agent is fully invested in their career and as a result, able to provide the guidance and customer service you deserve.

It's Your Move: The agent you hire should ensure your positive experience is their number one priority.

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I think real estate is a great investment, especially in a market which is as consistent as in Nova Scotia. There does not tend to be massive swings in value, making the investment a long-term growth plan.  Also, the cost to get into a house in comparison to other markets in Canada is relatively low.  Rents on the other hand tend to be on par with many other cities across the country.  This might be the reason we see far more apartments being built than condominiums – developers see a higher return on their investment by renting, than building to sell. However, renting your home comes with risk.  I’m going to tell you a recent story and some ideas of how to avoid the same situation my clients unfortunately found themselves in.

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