RE/MAX Condos Plus Corp. Brokerage
How to sell your Toronto home and get the best price
Selling a Toronto home with iDEALtoronto means a structured six-stage process — from pricing strategy through closing — backed by RE/MAX’s 20% Toronto market share and a dedicated partner network of lawyers, stagers, and mortgage brokers. Staged listings sell 30–50% faster and can achieve up to 20% higher sale prices.
20%
RE/MAX Toronto market share
30-50%
Reduction in days on market with staging
6-20%
Price increase possible through staging
What happens when you sell your home?
Every sale follows the same six stages. Understanding each one removes uncertainty and helps you make informed decisions at every step.
1. Meet with your agent
Set your goals, agree on an asking price and listing dates, and sign the listing agreement. Your agent will explain which factors you control — asking price, property condition, and access — and which you do not, such as market conditions and buyer perception.
2. Prepare your home
Secure valuables, book a staging consultation, declutter, improve curb appeal, arrange any painting or repairs, and confirm your offer strategy. The staging consultation is included in the process — and the data on its impact is significant.
3. Market your home
Professional photography is arranged first. Your listing then goes live on MLS, RE/MAX.ca, global.remax.com, TorontoHomesForSale.com, and through BrokerBay’s exclusive realtor network. Social media campaigns run in parallel to reach active buyers.
4. Show your home
Showings are coordinated through your preferred contact method. When confirmed, a lockbox allows access for buyer agents. Your job: keep the property clean and vacate during visits. Our office manages all scheduling records.
5. Review and accept an offer
All offers are registered and presented to you. Your agent explains the strength of each offer, negotiates on your behalf, and helps you understand all terms before you decide. The goal is always the best price and conditions for you.
6. Close and receive your funds
Once an offer is accepted, your agent guides you through the buyer’s inspection and appraisal. You are enrolled in our Moving Concierge service. At closing, you sign the transfer documents and receive your sale proceeds by cheque or wire transfer.
What actually determines the market value of a home?
Market value is the price a qualified buyer will pay for your property today. It is set by the market — not by what you paid, what you owe, or what your insurer assessed it for.
| Factor | Who controls it? | Impact on sale |
| Asking price | You (the seller) | Sets the anchor — overpricing delays sale without raising achieved price |
| Property condition | You (the seller) | One of the strongest levers; staging can add 6–20% to the sale price |
| Access / showing availability | You (the seller) | More access = more buyers = more competition |
| Market competition (other listings) | The market | Inventory levels shift buyer negotiating power weekly |
| Financing conditions & interest rates | The market | Higher rates reduce buyer purchasing power and offer prices |
| Buyer perception of your neighbourhood | The market | Affected by transit access, schools, development pipeline |
Your agent will prepare a Comparative Market Analysis, a review of recent comparable sales — before recommending a listing price. The final decision is always yours.
Does staging really make a difference in Toronto?
Yes — and the numbers are consistent. Staged homes in Toronto sell 30–50% faster than non-staged equivalents, and achieve sale prices 6–20% above comparable non-staged listings. The goal of staging is to make your home appeal to the broadest pool of qualified buyers by neutralising personal décor, updating accents, and using furniture placement to define and activate every living space.
When you list with iDEALtoronto, a staging consultation is part of the process. The brokerage has also built a network of professional service providers — lawyers, mortgage brokers, accountants, home inspectors, movers, renovators, and interior designers — available to clients at every stage of the sale.
Staging checklist
- ✅ Lock up or remove all valuables before any showing
- ✅ Declutter all rooms, closets, and drawers
- ✅ Neutralise décor — remove personal photos and bold colour accents
- ✅ Use furniture to define living and dining zones
- ✅ Improve curb appeal: clean entrances, tidy landscaping
- ✅ Attend to minor repairs before photography day
Our partner network
- Real estate lawyers
- Mortgage brokers
- Home inspectors
- Home insurance specialists
- Licensed movers
- Renovators & interior designers
What are the key terms in an offer?
Every offer on a Toronto property contains specific legal terms. Your agent will walk you through the full document when an offer arrives — but here is what each term means.
Irrevocable date
The deadline by which you must accept, reject, or counter the offer. It is usually set for the same day or the following day. After this period, the offer automatically expires.
Completion date
The agreed date when ownership of the property transfers from you to the buyer. Also called the closing date. It is negotiated and specified in the offer.
Requisition date
The period — usually 7–10 days before closing — during which the buyer’s lawyer must confirm there are no title issues with the property.
The deposit
A deposit cheque must accompany every offer. In Toronto, deposits typically represent 5–10% of the purchase price. It is held in trust until closing.
Fixtures
Items permanently attached to the property — sinks, bathtubs, built-in shelving, toilets. As a rule, anything nailed down is a fixture and remains with the property unless specifically excluded in writing.
Chattels
Items that are not part of the structure and must be explicitly listed in the offer to be included in the sale. Common examples: appliances, drapes, light fixtures, window A/C units, garage door openers, central vacuum systems, barbecues, and garden furniture.
Frequently asked questions
Market value is what a qualified buyer will pay today, shaped by current market competition, financing conditions, the economy, the buyer’s perception of your property’s condition, and its location. It is not determined by what you paid, what you owe, your insured value, or a neighbour’s rumoured sale price.
A deposit cheque must accompany every offer to purchase. In Toronto, deposits typically represent 5–10% of the purchase price and are held in trust until closing.
Some agents quote inflated listing prices to win listings, but an overpriced property will sit on the market, eventually selling at or below market value after price reductions. At iDEALtoronto, your agent conducts a thorough Comparative Market Analysis and explains exactly how the recommended price was reached. The final pricing decision is always yours.
Your primary responsibility is to keep the property clean and accessible for showings and open houses. This includes maintaining the staged presentation, having the home tidy on short notice when showings are confirmed, and vacating during visits so buyers can view freely with their own agent.
Fixtures are permanently attached to the property — sinks, built-in cabinetry, toilets — and remain with the home unless specifically excluded in the offer. Chattels are moveable items — appliances, drapes, light fittings, window A/C units — and must be explicitly listed in the offer to be included in the sale.