{"id":2535,"date":"2022-05-31T15:58:00","date_gmt":"2022-05-31T15:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.wahi.com\/wp\/?p=2535"},"modified":"2023-12-12T19:16:03","modified_gmt":"2023-12-12T19:16:03","slug":"selling-your-home-privately","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wahi.com\/ca\/en\/learning-centre\/real-estate-101\/sell\/selling-your-home-privately","title":{"rendered":"Selling Your Home Privately"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;55px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_margin__hover_enabled=&#8221;off|desktop&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;95%&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||-24px||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;55px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; 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_module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;6px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||32px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<div class=\"at-text aem-GridColumn aem-GridColumn--default--12\">\n<p><at-text aem-data=\"{&quot;textSize&quot;:&quot;body2&quot;,&quot;textColour&quot;:&quot;black&quot;,&quot;isReducedWidth&quot;:&quot;false&quot;,&quot;textIsRich&quot;:[true,true],&quot;textFont&quot;:&quot;lato&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;u003cpu003eFrom setting clear expectations to focusing on things within your control, check out our list of ways to handle the stress of home selling.u003c\/pu003ern&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;id-B36591E549C16E9EEAC2644F6CCCCE71&quot;}\" class=\"rwc\"><\/at-text><span>Check out our guide on the pros and cons of doing it yourself vs. hiring a REALTOR\u00ae.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; 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_builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9mZWF0dXJlZF9pbWFnZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7fX0=@&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; force_fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _dynamic_attributes=&#8221;src&#8221; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;2px|||||&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|32px|32px|32px|32px&#8221; border_radii_tablet=&#8221;on|32px|32px|32px|32px&#8221; border_radii_phone=&#8221;on|0px|0px|0px|0px&#8221; border_radii_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||11px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;21px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.6em&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;36px&#8221; header_2_line_height=&#8221;1.3em&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;1.25rem&#8221; header_3_line_height=&#8221;1.88rem&#8221; header_4_font=&#8221;|700|||||||&#8221; header_4_font_size=&#8221;1.25rem&#8221; header_4_line_height=&#8221;1.88rem&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<p class=\"p1\">Are you thinking of selling your house privately in <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/wahi.com\/ca\/en\/real-estate\/on\"   title=\"Ontario\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">Ontario<\/a>? Then you\u2019ve come to the right place. For those wondering what it means to sell a home privately, the key difference is that you do not hire a REALTOR\u00ae to sell your home for you. Instead, you sell your home yourself. This means you\u2019re responsible for setting the home\u2019s price, marketing and staging the property, and organizing all the necessary legal documents. If you\u2019re thinking this sounds like a lot of work, then you\u2019re right. There is a unique set of challenges that come with selling your home privately, and sellers must recognize this. However, there are also several benefits Ontario homeowners may derive from selling their homes themselves. Keep reading to learn all there is to know about selling your house privately, including the benefits of doing so and a step-by-step selling guide.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p3\">The Benefits of Selling Your House Privately<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">Although selling your house privately requires a little extra time and energy, there are many advantages to doing so. Some of the main benefits of selling a house privately are listed below.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Cost savings<\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Selling a home privately can save the seller money, especially in commission fees. When you sell your home the traditional way by partnering with a REALTOR\u00ae, that REALTOR\u00ae will typically take between 3% and 6% of the home\u2019s sale price. This can amount to thousands if not tens of thousands of dollars. Without a REALTOR\u00ae, that money remains with you. Cost savings can be especially enticing for people who have little equity in their home, and who would otherwise make very little or nothing at all if they were required to pay a REALTOR\u00ae. At the end of the day, saving money is one of the top reasons Ontario homeowners choose to sell their homes privately.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Greater control and flexibility<\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p2\">\n<p class=\"p1\">Sellers have total control over every aspect of the selling process when they sell their homes privately. This means they can schedule viewings that work with their schedule and stage their home exactly as they see fit. They don\u2019t have to listen to other people\u2019s opinions about the home\u2019s price or the marketing plan. They can simply do as they please. Sellers who desire this level of flexibility and control may find selling their homes privately to be worthwhile.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; min_height=&#8221;35px&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; global_module=&#8221;1002&#8243; saved_tabs=&#8221;all&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][wadl_newsletter_signup heading_text=&#8221;Stay up to date on real estate&#8221; disclaimer_text=&#8221;By clicking \u201csubscribe\u201d you agree to receive occasional emails from Wahi. You always have the option to unsubscribe at any time if you wish.&#8221; cta_text=&#8221;Subscribe&#8221; cta_alt_text=&#8221;Subscribe&#8221; cta_success_text=&#8221;Thank you&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/wadl_newsletter_signup][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||24px||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;23px||4px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;21px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.6em&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;36px&#8221; header_2_line_height=&#8221;1.3em&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;1.25rem&#8221; header_3_line_height=&#8221;1.88rem&#8221; header_4_font=&#8221;|700|||||||&#8221; header_4_font_size=&#8221;1.25rem&#8221; header_4_line_height=&#8221;1.88rem&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||60px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Total focus<\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Another benefit that comes with selling your home yourself is that, unlike a REALTOR\u00ae, you can completely devote yourself to the sale of your property. In contrast, a REALTOR\u00ae typically represents multiple clients at once, which means their attention will be divided. But when you sell your home yourself, you can devote all your time and energy to making the sale. That said, if you don\u2019t think you have enough time to dedicate to selling your home, it may be a task better left to a REALTOR\u00ae.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Increased power in negotiations<\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">One final benefit of selling your house privately in Ontario is that it may give the seller increased power in the negotiation phase. Without having to factor in a REALTOR\u00ae\u2019s commission fees, the seller gains more wriggle room during the negotiations.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p3\">Questions to Ask Yourself Before Deciding Whether to Hire a Realtor to Sell Your Home<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">If you\u2019re debating whether to hire a REALTOR\u00ae or attempt to sell your home privately, asking yourself the following questions can help you get some clarity.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Are you confident in your ability to sell your home for a price similar to what a REALTOR\u00ae could sell it for?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">If the answer to this question is yes, then selling your home privately might be the right decision. However, if you think there\u2019s a chance that you\u2019d be able to get considerably more for your house with a REALTOR\u00ae, then hiring a REALTOR\u00ae might be the way to go. Ultimately, if the sale price from a REALTOR\u00ae would be significantly more, it could be enough to cover more than the cost of the commission fees.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Do you have time to show your property to potential buyers and are you comfortable doing so?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Selling a home requires time and energy. One of the most time-consuming parts of selling a house privately is scheduling and leading showings. Without a REALTOR\u00ae by your side, it\u2019s up to you to plan, host, and promote showings with potential buyers. At each viewing, it\u2019s also your responsibility to sell the house as well as a REALTOR\u00ae would. You should know all the important details about the house and be prepared to answer any questions buyers might have.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Are you comfortable negotiating with buyers and their REALTORS\u00ae?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Negotiations are a key part of the home-selling process. If the thought of going up against a buyer and their REALTOR\u00ae makes you nervous, then perhaps working with a REALTOR\u00ae is the right decision. A REALTOR\u00ae will represent you throughout negotiations so that you don\u2019t have to go toe-to-toe with the buyer\u2019s agent yourself.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>How involved do you want to be in the sales process?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Selling your home privately means that you will be actively involved in every aspect of the sales process. Conversely, when you work with a real estate agent, you\u2019ll be kept in the loop throughout the process, but they will do the heavy lifting. If leading the sales process seems like a daunting task, then perhaps hiring a REALTOR\u00ae to sell your home is the way to go. Alternatively, if you\u2019ve done the research and know what to expect when it comes to selling a home, doing so yourself could be majorly beneficial.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p3\">The Selling Process<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">Now that you know some of the reasons Ontario homeowners choose to sell their homes privately, let\u2019s delve into the selling process. Should you decide to sell your home yourself, you will need to prepare for each step in the process. Below is a step-by-step guide to selling your house privately in Ontario.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Plan your future move<\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">The first step is to plan your future move. You don\u2019t want to sell your home without having a plan of where you&#8217;re going to live next. Try to make this plan as specific as possible. Think about the earliest date you would be willing to move out of your current home, as well as the latest date you are looking to sell your home. You should also consider your next property. Where will it be located? Are you looking to buy or rent, and if you want to buy, have you gotten a pre-approved mortgage? What is your ideal move-in date? Ultimately, planning for your future move and having a closing date in mind is crucial to keeping you on track.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/wahi.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/cleaning_kitchen.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;selling home privately&#8221; title_text=&#8221;selling home privately&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|24px|24px|24px|24px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;3px||3px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;21px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.6em&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;36px&#8221; header_2_line_height=&#8221;1.3em&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;1.25rem&#8221; header_3_line_height=&#8221;1.88rem&#8221; header_4_font=&#8221;|700|||||||&#8221; header_4_font_size=&#8221;1.25rem&#8221; header_4_line_height=&#8221;1.88rem&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Getting your home ready to sell<\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">The next step to selling your home is getting it ready to sell. The key here is maximizing your home\u2019s value and making it look fresh and attractive to potential buyers. You don\u2019t need to spend a lot of money here, but you should be willing to make a few minor adjustments. For example, Ontario sellers can enhance the look of their homes by clearing out clutter, giving the walls a new coat of paint, cleaning their carpets, eliminating any odours (pets, cigarettes), and tidying up their home\u2019s facade (trimming back unruly bushes or branches, mowing the lawn, sweeping the front stoop).\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Determining an appropriate price<\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Pricing your home is one of the most important tasks you will do as a seller. Therefore, this is not a step that should be rushed. When you work with a REALTOR\u00ae, they are typically the ones to determine its value. However, when you sell privately, the onus is on you. Luckily, there is plenty of information on the internet to help you determine an appropriate sale price. Start by researching home listings in your neighbourhood (try to find listings as close to your home address as possible). Beyond location, you\u2019ll also want to look for properties similar to yours. Try to find homes that are similar square footage and have comparable yard sizes, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, and upgrades\/renovations to yours. Take note of the asking prices for these homes and try to see if there are any clear patterns. You may also wish to research the average length of time a home is on the market in the city in which you live. This should give you an idea of how long it will take to sell your home. If, after extensive research, you still don\u2019t feel confident determining the price of your home, you may wish to contact a surveyor or appraiser to provide insight into the equity you could receive.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>The right time to sell<\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Once you\u2019ve settled on an asking price for your home, the next step is deciding when to put it on the market. This depends on several factors. For example, in a seller\u2019s market, you may be able to sell your home no matter what time of year you put it on the market. However, in a buyer\u2019s market, you may wish to wait until the spring or summer, which are generally the most popular times of year for buying a home. Curb appeal is higher during these months when the grass is green and flowers are in bloom compared to the dark, cold, snow-covered winter months. When the time is right, marketing is key. Take well-lit, professional-quality photos and list your home online on various websites (Zillow, HomeFinder, MLS\u00ae) or in local newspapers.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Open houses and showings<\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">When you sell your home privately, scheduling open houses and showings is entirely up to you. Showings are often crucial to selling a home, as buyers want to experience the property in person before putting in an offer. When leading a showing, strive to create a warm and inviting atmosphere in which buyers feel comfortable asking you questions about the property. Tips for seamless showings include home staging, allowing as much natural light in as possible (opening curtains and blinds), adjusting the thermostat to a comfortable temperature, arranging for dogs or children to stay with a friend or neighbour during the showing, and arranging showings one at a time so that you can devote your attention to each prospective buyer.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Considering offers<\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p2\">\n<p class=\"p1\">You\u2019ve hosted a dozen showings and finally received some offers. What now? If the buyer is working with a REALTOR\u00ae, their offer will typically come directly from the REALTOR\u00ae and will cover all the legal issues that need to be addressed when buying a home. However, you will still need to review each offer carefully. Specifically, sellers should look for the price being offered, the proposed deposit and down payment amounts, the terms and conditions the buyer requires to complete the purchase, the closing date, the period the offer is valid for, and any additional inclusions or exclusions.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Accepting an offer and closing the sale<\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">When you\u2019ve decided to accept an offer, have a real estate lawyer review the paperwork (of which there will be a lot). A lawyer can ensure the offer is good to go and help you amend it if necessary. Ultimately, home offers are full of legal jargon, which makes working with a lawyer a crucial step in finalizing the transaction. Once both parties sign off, the sale is complete! 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This is a decision that is up to each individual homeowner.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;How do you put an offer on a house without a REALTOR\u00ae in Ontario?&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;#BC4E40&#8243; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#x43;||divi||400&#8243; use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; icon_font_size=&#8221;32px&#8221; open_icon_color=&#8221;#BC4E40&#8243; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#x42;||divi||400&#8243; open_use_icon_font_size=&#8221;on&#8221; open_icon_font_size=&#8221;32px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; title_level=&#8221;h2&#8243; title_font=&#8221;|700|||||||&#8221; body_text_color=&#8221;#686e6e&#8221; body_line_height=&#8221;2em&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||3px|||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||17px|||&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;1px&#8221; border_width_bottom=&#8221;1px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<p><span>Ontario homebuyers are welcome to put an offer on a house without a REALTOR\u00ae. 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