Thinking of Selling This Spring? Here’s What to Do Now.
Spring can be one of the busiest times of the year in Real Estate!
While it might still feel really far away, the steps you take now will have a major effect on how smooth your sale will be.
If you’re thinking about selling your home, here’s what to focus on now and set yourself up for a successful sale.
Start With a Plan
Before diving in full force to fix or prep, ask yourself:
What are your reasons for selling? Are you upsizing, downsizing, relocating, or is this an investment property? Are you flexible with your timeline or do you have a deadline?
Having clarity around your “why” can guide you on everything from pricing, possession dates to project lists & more.
Understand Your Home’s Value & Mortgage Pre-Approval
Spring markets can move very fast. The more informed you are ahead of time, the more confident you’ll feel when it's "go time".
Getting a professional market evaluation allows you to:
Understand realistic listing expectations
See how your home compares to other local listings
Plan with financial goals in mind
This isn’t about pressure, it’s about feeling prepared.
If you want to buy a new home to move into, you'll need to make sure you get a mortgage pre-approval. Just because you currently have a mortgage, does not guarantee you currently qualify for one. The pre-approval gives you a clear picture of how much you can comfortably spend, what your monthly payments might look like, and what type of financing you will qualify for. It also makes you a stronger buyer when you’re ready to make an offer, because sellers know you’re serious and financially prepared.
Tackle Small Repairs
Small details now can have a big impact on your timeline and will 100% affect your buyer perception.
Start with simple things like:
Fixing leaky faucets
Replacing burnt-out bulbs
Patching nail holes
Adjusting sticky doors
Servicing your furnace or HVAC etc.
These small projects help buyers focus on the home and not everything that needs fixing.
Start Decluttering & Depersonalizing
Spring = a fresh start, and buyers want that feeling too!
Decluttering your home early makes moving and showings easier later. Things to focus on:
Counters and surfaces
Entryways and mudrooms
Closets and storage spaces
Pack away seasonal items and personal collections. This helps create space physically and visually + saves you time down the road!
Consider Cosmetic Touch-Ups
You don’t always need to complete a full renovation, sometimes small updates can give a greater return.
Think:
Fresh neutral paint
Updated light fixtures
Clean baseboards and trim
A professional cleaning on your home before listing
These upgrades help present your home at its best without overspending.
Get Strategic About Timing
Some sellers benefit from listing early in the spring. Others benefit from mid-season, let's find out what would work best for you!
Sometimes we need to plan around:
Your personal schedule
Market conditions
Local inventory
There’s no one-size-fits-all, that’s where professional guidance becomes such a great asset.
Prepare Important Documents etc.
Being organized helps everything move smoothly & timely.
Start gathering:
Keys & codes for your doors
Any Property Reports/Surveys
Property tax info
Any renovation receipts
Permits for any improvements you have done
Warranty details on large appliances, roofs, windows etc.
This makes things easy when listing.
Final Thoughts from The Spring Team,
Selling your home doesn’t start the day you list, it starts with smart planning in the months leading up to it!
We’re always happy to provide a home evaluation, walk you through the local market, or help you build a personalized selling plan.
If spring 2026 might be your season, let’s start the conversation now!
Reach out anytime to get started.
Warm regards,
Alanna Dawley & Jackie Fraser
REALTOR® | The Spring Team with Grassroots Realty Group
alanna@grassrootsrealtygroup.ca (780) 288-6763 jackiefraser.realtor@gmail.com (780) 297 2638
