{"id":18,"date":"2017-05-22T09:28:40","date_gmt":"2017-05-22T09:28:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/merendarealestate.com.previewc28.carrierzone.com\/wp\/?page_id=18"},"modified":"2019-11-28T08:56:21","modified_gmt":"2019-11-28T08:56:21","slug":"selling","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/merendarealestate.com\/?page_id=18","title":{"rendered":"Selling"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>\n\t\tSELLING A HOME\n\t<\/h1>\n\t<h2>For Sellers<\/h2>\n<p>Are you looking to sell your home in the Greater Toronto Area? <strong>Merenda Real Estate Group<\/strong> is here to help you.<\/p>\n<p>Since 1999, we\u2019ve been helping clients buy, sell, and manage property in Toronto. We\u2019ve got an expansive grasp of the Toronto market, including its challenges, busiest areas, prominent neighbourhoods, and what\u2019s hot or about to hit the market.<\/p>\n<p>We stand out from the competition as we understand that the selling process starts with the buyer in mind, so we first provide a complete market analysis to determine a fair and appropriate price for your home.<\/p>\n<p>We then do a walk through your home and advise which areas need updating to get your home in prime condition for showings. We will follow up with staging, high-quality photography, and a comprehensive marketing package to advertise your home in its best light. We feature your property on MLS as well as other sites for the most comprehensive coverage.<\/p>\n<p>Once your property hits the market, you can expect to hear from our team regularly with updates on your neighbourhood, showing statistics and all the information you will need make sure you home stays competitive in a constantly changing market.<\/p>\n<h2>Our Team<\/h2>\n<p>The Merenda Real Estate Group comprises two brothers\u00a0who have combined their knowledge of the local market and client savvy expertise to form a dynamic real estate duo.<\/p>\n<p><strong>David Merenda<\/strong>, \u201cThe Deal Maker,\u201d has been a licensed broker since 1999 with a long history of handling some of the biggest transactions in Toronto. He has an eye for great residential and commercial properties and can easily connect sellers with hungry buyers.<\/p>\n<p>Sales representative <strong>Darren Merenda<\/strong> has a knack for expertly assisting clients with a myriad of real estate needs. He is dedicated to delivering a stress-free, top-quality experience, even against the toughest competition. Whatever a client needs, he can tailor his expertise to suit their specific real estate needs. As a top real estate agent in Toronto, he\u2019s eager to show you why he loves real estate.<\/p>\n<h2>Contact Us Today<\/h2>\n<p>Get the jump on your real estate needs before a competitor gets ahead. When you\u2019re looking for a team that specializes in selling condos in Toronto or any other type of real estate transaction, look no further. If you want to find your dream residential, commercial, or luxury property before it hits the market, or if you\u2019re counting on selling property fast, turn to the Merenda Real Estate group to successfully address your real estate needs.<\/p>\n<h2>\n\t\tSELLER&#8217;S GUIDE\n\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>We understand how hectic it is to sell a house in Toronto, Ontario, and the surrounding area, and the process can be difficult if it&#8217;s not handled properly. Your satisfaction and happiness are very important to us, and to help you through the entire process, we&#8217;ve put together five simple steps to sell your Toronto home:<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merendarealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/image1.png\" alt=\"Homes for Sale \u2013 Toronto\" itemprop=\"image\" title=\"image1\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n<h2>\n\t\tStep 1: Decide to Sell\n\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>When you sell, you want to get as much value as you can for your home. Consider the timing of the sale because it affects the value. You don\u2019t want to sell when it\u2019s a \u201cbuyer\u2019s market,\u201d when too many homes are for sale and there aren\u2019t enough buyers. Seasonality is something to consider as well because typically more homes are sold in the spring rather than the winter.<\/p>\n<p>You can also increase the value by enhancing the appeal of your house. There are various ways to do this and it all depends on the amount of monetary resources available. You can renovate your house by remodeling an area or just freshening up the walls with a new coat of paint.<\/p>\n<p>Even just keeping your front lawn tidy can make a big difference. Buyers love seeing green grass and flowers outside because it feels warmer and more inviting to them.<\/p>\n<h2>\n\t\tStep 2: Hire an Agent\n\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>There are thousands of real estate agents, so how do you choose one that\u2019s right for you?<\/p>\n<p>You have to pick carefully. They will be acting as your representative and you will need someone to look out for your best interests. You will need someone that you can trust and someone who understands what you want.<\/p>\n<p>There are a few ways to look for your perfect Realtor:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Jot down some names and numbers that you find on \u201cFor Sale\u201d signs<\/li>\n<li>Ask friends and family for a recommendation<\/li>\n<li>Visit one of the local offices in your area<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>They have to be a trained professional who knows your area inside out. A great agent is someone who offers you quality service to help you accomplish your goal.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merendarealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/twopeople.png\" alt=\"Real Estate Agents \u2013 Toronto\" itemprop=\"image\" title=\"twopeople\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merendarealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/image3.png\" alt=\"Toronto Real Estate Listings\" itemprop=\"image\" title=\"image3\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n<h2>\n\t\tStep 3: List your Home\n\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>Now that you\u2019ve found the perfect real estate agent, they will list your home. First, they will do an evaluation on your home and help you set a price. Your agent will compile a report on market data to properly value your home based on the prices in your area.<\/p>\n<p>Once they\u2019ve done this, the agent will market your home through various media outlets and listing sites to create strong buyer interest. They can post on Multiple Listing Service (MLS), social media, blogs, and websites.<\/p>\n<p>There will be open house appointments as well to showcase the potential of your home to various individuals. At this point, Realtors may also suggest staging the home to help these individuals imagine themselves living in your house.<\/p>\n<h2>\n\t\tStep 4: Receive an Offer\n\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>Not all offers are equal, and that\u2019s where your real estate agent comes in. They will help you get to know the terms and conditions regarding the price that the buyer wants to pay, financing conditions, or other things such as inclusions and exclusions that the buyer wants to make.<\/p>\n<p>Not only is it about the price of the home, but you have to carefully look at the other details included in the sale. Appliances, chandeliers, or even minor renovations can also be part of the deal. Shorter or longer closing dates can also be specified by the buyer.<\/p>\n<p>If there\u2019s something in the offer that doesn\u2019t satisfy you, counter offers, or negotiations can also be presented to help get you what you want.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merendarealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/image5.png\" alt=\"Local Real Estate Agents Toronto offers\" itemprop=\"image\" title=\"image5\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/merendarealestate.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/image4.png\" alt=\"Real Estate Agent\" itemprop=\"image\" title=\"image4\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n<h2>\n\t\tStep 5: Close the Sale\n\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>There will be closing costs associated with the sale that need to be paid either before or on the closing date. It can include mortgage application fees, inspections, and legal fees. But once that\u2019s taken care of, you can pass your old keys to the new owners. 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